The W.Va. Strawberry Festival is now accepting applications for the 2020 pageants

Junior Royalty Pageant – March 21

Boys and Girls 4-13 years old can complete, the 12-13-year-old girls will do an interview and all will model casual wear and party clothes.

Applications are online at wvstrawberryfestival.com or call 304-642-1501.

Deadline is March 10, 2020.

Teen/Queen Pageant – March 22

Teen/Queen Pageant of the West Virginia Strawberry Festival will be held on March 22, 2020. Young ladies between the ages of 14-19 can apply for Teen and 18-28 for Queen.

Applications are online at wvstrawberryfestival.com or email 2keesnapod@gmail.com.

Deadline is March 4, 2020. NO LATE APPLICATIONS.

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