RAIR Causes & The Friends of Historic Vineland
in partnership with the City of Vineland
presents
ABOUT
The Miss Vineland Pageant has been a part of the Vineland community since the 1940s. The pageant is a way for young women to showcase their talents, gain confidence and assist them in developing a strong sense of identity.
If crowned Miss Vineland, the winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship in addition to gifts from local sponsors.
Miss Vineland will declare a community service platform in which she supports during her reign. Miss Vineland is also required to attend community events throughout the year.
PAGEANT
DETAILS
When
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Start Time: 6:00 pm
Rehearsals
January 22 - 24 from 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Where
Vineland High School Theater
Eligibility
Requirements
Judging Criteria
Young women between the ages of 16 and 18 are eligible to participate. Each contestant must be a resident of Vineland for at least one year. Additionally, a birth certificate must be provided as part of the application process and submitted to missvinelandpageant@gmail.com
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The winner of The Miss Vineland Pageant is required to attend social events in the City of Vineland throughout the year of her reign.
Essay
The essay should be no less than 500 words. The subject of the essay must answer this question: If you were crowned Miss Vineland, what would you select as your platform and why?
The essay must be submitted in PDF format (No Google Docs) to missvinelandpageant@gmail.com. This essay will be read and reviewed prior to the pageant and added to the total overall score.
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Note: Please review your essay thoroughly to ensure there are no grammatical or spelling errors.
Stage Presence
As Miss Vineland, it is important you are able to display confidence and great energy. Judges will analyze your overall stage presence throughout the duration of the competition. Remember to smile and be your best self!
Stage Question
During the competition there will be a question segment. Our host will ask each contestant a different question. Judges will score based on the quality of the response and overall carriage.
Casual Wear & Formal Wear
During this portion of the competition judges will look at overall appearance and the appropriateness of outfit selection.
Talent
Show off your talent! Whether you are singing, dancing, reciting a poem or playing an instrument this is your time to display your skillset. Judges will score based on the complexity and overall execution.
Get your ticket!
WANT TO BE MISS VINELAND?
Important: Before completing an application please review the Eligibility Requirements and Juding Criteria.
Please complete the application below in its entirety. Applications are due no later than
January 20, 2024.
​In addition to the below form, each applicant is required to submit an essay and a copy of their birth certificate via email to themissvinelandpageant@gmail.com.
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​The subject of the essay must answer this question: If you were crowned Miss Vineland, what would you select as your platform and why?
SPONSORS
This event would not be possible without the help of our sponsors.
Thank you.