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Are you a young woman between the ages of 14 - 27 currently residing, working, or attending school full-time in Chelan or Douglas County (Miss Greater Wenatchee) or a county east of the Cascades Mountains (Miss East Cascades)?

Are you Looking for a performance and/or scholarship opportunity?


Now is your chance to join this AMAZING sisterhood and gain skills and friendships that will last a
lifetime. If you’re ready to challenge yourself, serve your community, and make a difference in the lives of
others, then register now to be a part of our MECSO 2025 pageant competition. Our local competition will be on Sunday March 9, at 3 PM with mandatory rehearsals & private interviews with judges on Saturday March 8.

Sign up with your friends, your sisters, your cousins, and join NOW!

Don’t miss out on this amazing program and the opportunity to gain interview, resume, public speaking, and networking skills along with lifelong friendships and money for college!


Application deadline for both Miss and Teen is January 30, 2025

Become a Teen Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2025. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Teen contestants must be between the ages of 14 -17 Must be 14 by first day of state competition week and no older than 17 at state competition. (For reference, the state competition is the third week of June 2025.)
Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Become a Miss Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2025. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Miss contestants must be between the ages of 18-28. A contestant must turn 18 by first day of state week competition and no older than 27 at the state competition. (Please reach out if you have questions regarding the age policy.)
Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Become a Miss Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2025. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Miss contestants must be between the ages of 18-28. A contestant must turn 18 by first day of state week competition and no older than 27 at the state competition. (Please reach out if you have questions regarding the age policy.)
Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Become a Teen Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2025. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Teen contestants must be between the ages of 14 -17 Must be 14 by first day of state competition week and no older than 17 at state competition. (For reference, the state competition is the third week of June 2025.)
Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Meet Our Titleholders For 2024

(Credit: Photo by Janet Linn Photography, Hair and Makeup by Artistry by Amanda.)

Amber Pike

Miss East Cascades 2024

Age: 23

Graduate Student at Gonzaga University

Pursuing a Master of Business Administration

Community Service Initiative:

Asthma Awareness - Strong Lungs, Strong Life


"The amount of personal growth I have experienced by being part of the Miss America Opportunity continues to change my life. From Professional development skills, serving my communities, meeting incredible mentors, to making lifelong friendships, I am grateful for it all."

Makennah Little

Miss Greater Wenatchee 2024

Age: 27

2023 Graduate of Seattle University with
Masters Masters of Public

Non-Profit Emphasis

Community Service Initiative:

Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention


"My favorite thing about being part of the Miss America Opportunity is the opportunity to serve my community and make life long friendships along the way. I am so grateful for this amazing opportunity!"

(Credit: Photo by Janet Linn Photography, Hair and Makeup by Artistry by Amanda.)

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Schedule of Events For Miss America/Miss America’s Teen

May 29, 20242 min read

2024 Competition Week Line Up Includes Iconic Events to Delight Attendees

Miss America, the iconic competition celebrating over a century of empowering young women, proudly announces a number of branded events.  Each event will feature official partnerships such as Jovani Fashion Ltd., the esteemed evening wear brand, Rebel Athleticwear, the launch of the new publication Officially HER, and a new take on the talent competition – Miss America’s Got Talent!   For dates/times about events see the itinerary below.

JANUARY 2024

TUESDAY JAN 9
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO
7:00PM — TEEN PRELIMINARY NIGHT
10:00PM — REBEL FOR A CAUSE VISITATION*
*credential required

WEDNESDAY JAN 10
10AM–6PM — MAGIC EXPO
7:00PM — MISS PRELIMINARY NIGHT
10:00PM — OFFICIALLY HER LAUNCH VISITATION*
*credential required

THURSDAY JAN 11
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO
9:00AM–Noon — STATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MEETING
4:00PM — 5:30PM CEO CIRCLE  RECEPTION
5:00PM — 6:00PM RED CARPET HARD ROCK LIVE
6:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S GOT TALENT SHOWCASE
10:00PM – HARD ROCK & ROSES VISITATION*
*credential required

FRIDAY JAN 12
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO
9:00AM–Noon LOCAL DIRECTOR MEETING
10:00AM–4:00PM TALENT REHEARSAL Walt Disney Theater
6:00PM — RED CARPET (ticketed Gala only)
8:00PM — MISS AMERICA GOES RED GALA

 

13TH – SATURDAY
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO LAST DAY
1:00PM–3:00PM Miss America’s LITTLE SISTER TEA
7:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S TEEN FINAL SHOW
10:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S TEEN Coronation Party

 

14TH – SUNDAY
10:00AM–Noon — BREAKFAST of CHAMPIONS
7:00PM — MISS AMERICA FINALS (SOLD OUT)

 

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About the Miss America Brand
The Miss America brand mission is “Empowering Women to Lead” in every area of life from philanthropy, business, arts, politics, education and more. Miss America and Miss America’s Teen local and state ambassadors contribute thousands of community service hours annually, raising funds for philanthropic partners. For more information follow on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter/X. 

 

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