72nd WV Black Walnut Festival Pageant Application

WV Black Walnut Festival Pageant

QUEEN, TEEN, PRE-TEEN & JR ROYALTY
The 2026 WV Black Walnut Festival Pageants will be held on August 1st and 2nd at Roane County High School.

Pre-Teen, Teen, and Queen contestants will compete on Saturday, August 1, 2026, with the final show beginning at 6:00 PM. Baby Miss, Toddler Miss, Little Miss, and Jr. Miss contestants will compete in the Jr. Royalty Pageant on Sunday, August 2, 2026. The Jr. Royalty Pageant will be split into two sessions: Baby & Toddler Miss contestants will compete at 1:00 PM, and Little Miss & Jr. Miss contestants will compete at 4:00 PM.

The 2026 WV Black Walnut Festival Queen and her royal court will reign over the WV Black Walnut Festival and represent the festival throughout the year. The 72nd WV Black Walnut Festival will be held from October 8th to 11th in Spencer. The WV Black Walnut Festival Queen will compete at the 2027 WV Association of Fairs & Festivals Pageant.

Application Details:

Applications must be received by 11:59 PM EST on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Application forms, photogenic submissions, and entry fees will only be accepted via our online application portal. Emailed, printed, mailed, and/or hand-delivered applications, photos, and entry fees will not be accepted. The application you submit will be printed and given to each judge on our panel; no alterations will be made.

All contestants must submit one color headshot. This headshot will be used for the People's Choice Campaign and to help our panel of judges select the Miss Photogenic winner in each division. It will also be featured in the program book and shared on our social media pages. Please submit a clear, high-quality photo, avoiding full-body shots and images that are cropped too closely to the contestant's face. Only one photo may be submitted per contestant, and all submissions must be in color. Any contestant who submits more than one image and/or submits a photo in black and white will be disqualified from being scored in the photogenic competition. The photogenic competition has no bearing on the final outcome of the pageant.

Jr. Royalty, Pre-Teen*, Teen*, and Queen* entry fees are non-refundable. *Note: If a contestant wins another WVAFF Pageant for an event in good standing with the WVAFF, we will refund that contestant's entry fee.

A detailed schedule and more information will be provided via the email address given on your application after our application deadline.

Age Divisions:
- WV Black Walnut Festival Queen - Contestants 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 years of age on August 1, 2026 that will not have reached their 22nd birthday before January 1, 2027.
- Miss Teen WV Black Walnut Festival - Contestants 13, 14 or 15 years of age on August 1, 2026.
- Pre-Teen Miss WV Black Walnut Festival - Contestants 10, 11 or 12 years of age on August 1, 2026.
- Jr. Miss WV Black Walnut Festival - Contestants 7, 8 or 9 years old on August 1, 2026.
- Little Miss WV Black Walnut Festival - Contestants 4, 5 or 6 years old on August 1, 2026.
- Toddler Miss WV Black Walnut Festival - Contestants ages 19 months to 3 years old on August 1, 2026.
- Baby Miss WV Black Walnut Festival - Contestants that range from newborn to 18 months old on August 1, 2026.
Phases of Competition:

WV Black Walnut Festival Queen and Teen Contestants
- Private Interview
- Fun Fashion
- Onstage Interview
- Evening Gown
WV Black Walnut Festival Pre-Teen Contestants
- Private Interview
- Fun Fashion
- Evening Gown
WV Black Walnut Festival Jr., Little, Toddler and Baby Misss Contestants
- Evening Gown (Pageant Dress/Gown)
For more information on phases of competition, awards, prize packages, winner requirements, and general information about our 72nd WV Black Walnut Festival Pageant, please visit our official pageant webpage here.

Contact:

Leslie White, Pageant Director
Phone: 304-483-5670 (call and/or text)
Email: wvblackwalnutfestivalpageant@gmail.com

Contestant Name (name provided will be used in all printed materials and will be used onstage):

First Name Last Name
Contestant Name Confirmation: I confirm that I have reviewed the contestant's name as entered on this application and verify that it is spelled correctly. I understand that this is how it will appear in all official materials.
Date of Birth:

MonthDayYear
Date
Age Division:
Email (This will be used for all pageant correspondence):
example@example.com
Mailing Address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number:
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

School Name and Grade (if applicable):
School, College, University, and/or Trade School and Major (if applicable) & Grade (if a graduate, please provide the year of graduation):
Occupation and Employer (if applicable):
Parent and/or Guardian Name(s): Please note, this will be announced onstage. Ensure your response reflects how you would like this to be announced.
City where you currently reside:
Height:
Hair Color:
Eye Color:

Activities and/or Hobbies:
School and/or Community Activities:
Awards and/or Achievements:
Ambition:
Three Words that Best Describe You:
Favorite Place in WV:
What are you most looking forward to during the WV Black Walnut Festival?
If there is anything else you would like to share with our judges, please use this space to provide that information.
Sponsors:

Photogenic Competition

The image provided will be used for the People's Choice Campaign and to help our panel of judges select the Miss Photogenic winner in each division. It will also be featured in the program book and shared on our social media pages. Please submit a clear, high-quality photo, avoiding full-body shots and images that are cropped too closely to the contestant's face. Only one photo may be submitted per contestant, and all submissions must be in color. Any contestant who submits more than one image and/or submits a photo in black and white will be disqualified from being scored in the photogenic competition. The photogenic competition has no bearing on the final outcome of the pageant.
Photogenic Submission:

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Do you agree to give the WV Black Walnut Festival and/or festival staff permission to publish the contestant's full name, photo, age, and hometown for any printed and/or digital marketing of the event?
Signature *For contestants under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must e-sign.
Name of Signatory: *For contestants under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must e-sign.

First NameLast Name

Emergency Contact Information & Liability
Primary Emergency Contact Name:

First NameLast Name
Primary Emergency Contact - Relationship to Contestant:
Primary Emergency Contact - Phone:
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Primary Emergency Contact - Alternative Phone:
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Secondary Emergency Contact Name:

First NameLast Name
Secondary Emergency Contact - Relationship to Contestant:
Secondary Emergency Contact - Phone:
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Secondary Emergency Contact - Alternative Phone:
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Allergies and/or medical conditions that the WV Black Walnut Festival Pageant staff should be aware of. If not applicable, please type "none."
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT CONSENT
LIABILITY RELEASE: I certify that the information described in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that each individual is responsible for their own insurance coverage during this event. I hereby release the WV Black Walnut Festival, any designated individuals of the WV Black Walnut Festival, and the WV Black Walnut Festival Pageant from any legal or financial responsibility or liability with respect to my participation or my child's participation in the WV Black Walnut Festival and/or the WV Black Walnut Festival Pageant.
Liability and Emergency Medical Treatment Signature *For contestants under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must e-sign.
Name of Signatory: *For contestants under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must e-sign.

First NameLast Name

I have read and agree to follow the information outlined on the pageant application and guidelines for entering the 2026 WV Black Walnut Festival Pageant.

I hereby affirm that all information provided in this application is true and complete.

I understand that the 2026 WV Black Walnut Festival Royalty must fulfill all required appearances and obligations as outlined on the pageant information page here. I also confirm that I have reviewed the titleholder contract and meet all eligibility requirements as stated within the contract. Titleholder contracts can ve viewed here.

I understand that Queen, Teen and Pre-Teen titleholders are unable to hold or represent another title, including 2026 WVAFF titles. Queen, Teen and Pre-Teen titleholders will be permitted to compete in and represent other titles and WVAFF pageants/titles after the 2027 WVAFF Pageant. Junior Royalty (Jr, Little, Toddler, and Baby Miss) are permitted to hold other titles and may participate in fundraiser/hobby pageants and/or represent other titles, only if they can still fulfill their obligations to the WV Black Walnut Festival.

I understand that entry fees are non-refundable, unless a Queen, Teen, or Pre-Teen contestant wins another WVAFF pageant that is in good standing with the WVAFF.

I understand that the decision of the judges is final. I acknowledge that scores and comments will be emailed to the address provided no later than September 4, 2026.

I understand that all contestants are expected to comply with the instructions and directions of directors, pageant staff, and festival representatives during the pageant.

Contestants will conduct themselves in a professional manner. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for bullying, poor sportsmanship, or inappropriate behavior.

Contestants in all divisions will be permitted to have only one female guest present in the dressing room. This individual should be a parent or guardian. During rehearsals and private interviews for the Queen, Teen, and Pre-Teen divisions, all guests—including the designated dressing room guest—will not be permitted on the premises until contestants are released to prepare for the final show on the afternoon of August 1st.

No outside professional hair or makeup services, other than those performed by a parent or guardian, will be permitted to perform services on the premises.

Failure to adhere to the rules and guidelines outlined above, or failure to comply with the official pageant schedule (which will be provided the week of July 1, 2026), may result in disqualification, including the contestant’s scores not being tabulated, without prior notice.
By selecting "agree," I affirm that I understand and will comply with the above.
Signature *For contestants under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must e-sign.
Name of Signatory: *For contestants under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must e-sign.

First NameLast Name
Entry Fee

Jr. Royalty, Pre-Teen*, Teen*, and Queen* entry fees are non-refundable. *If a contestant wins another WVAFF Pageant for an event in good standing with WVAFF, we will refund that contestant's entry fee. To receive a refund for the outlined circumstance, you must contact Leslie White within three business days at 304-483-5670 or wvblackwalnutfestivalpageant@gmail.com to request your refund. Other than the previously outlined exception, no refunds will be given for any reason.
Entry fees are only accepted via Paypal. For your application to be fully submitted, you must complete the transaction in PayPal using the checkout buttom below. After successfully completing your application, you will receive an email notifying you that your submission has been received, and a copy of your responses will be provided. Thank you!

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Teen Entry Fee

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Pre-Teen Entry Fee

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Little Miss Entry Fee

$75

Toddler Miss Entry Fee

$55

Baby Miss Entry Fee

$55

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