COMPETITION
Miss Sacramento
Competition Info
Next Orientation
Friday, September 6th, 2024 @ 7 PM
Image Society
425 11th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Saturday, September 14th, 2024 @ 8:30 AM
Tamraloo Studios
2800 Nicolaus Road #100
Lincoln, CA 95648
Wednesday, November 6th, 2024 @ 7 PM
Zoom Call
This call is for Open Title Delegates only.
Next Competition
Saturday, January 11th, 2025
Benvenuti Performing Arts Center
4600 Blackrock Dr
Sacramento, CA 95835
How to Apply
Why Enter?
Because you can…
- Gain valuable experience and develop life skills (e.g. interview skills, public speaking, interpersonal communication, social interaction, etc.)
- Earn quality scholarship funds for college and graduate school, regardless of whether a title is won
- Find new interests and discover new opportunities
- Make lifelong friendships and relationships
- Learn to set goals, follow them through and exceed your expectations
- Develop a sense of responsibility for helping others
- Foster a positive, self-motivated mindset to achieve your goals
- Receive recognition for your efforts in bettering yourself and your community
Where to start
To become a candidate, you must…
- Be between the ages of 18 and 28 for the Miss America system
- Be between the ages of 14 and 18 for the MAO Teen system
- Be a United States citizen
- Meet residency requirements for competing in your respective city or state
- Be able to meet the time commitment and job responsibilities as set forth by the local, state and national competition(s) in which you compete
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Not be a candidate, titleholder, or representative of a competing program to the Miss America and MAOTeen programs
Miss Sacramento County
Local Titles for 2024
This year, we’re offering three Local Miss Titles: Miss Sacramento County, Miss Capitol City, and Miss Sacramento County’s Teen.
Requirements for Local Title Delegates:
- Attendance: Delegates must attend at least one orientation and Commitment Day and are permitted up to three excused absences from the preparation and rehearsal schedule.
- Entry Fee: Submit either a $350 entry fee or a Local Title Delegate full-page ad purchase valued at $350. (Note: This ad rate is specific to Local Titles.)
Benefits for Local Title Holders:
- Room and Board: Local Title Holders will receive sponsored room and board for the Miss California Competition, provided by our organization.
- Travel and Wardrobe Stipend: The Miss Sacramento County Organization will also provide a small stipend to assist with travel and wardrobe expenses for the Miss California Competition.
If a delegate wins a Local Miss Title, they are required to:
- Compete in Miss California: Participate in the Miss California Competition from June 16-21 to receive any scholarship winnings.
- Uphold Brand Standards: Represent the MSC Organization by upholding its brand standards and making one public appearance each month during their reign.
- Return for Next Year’s Competition: Attend the Miss Sacramento County Competition the following year.
Miss Sacramento County
Open Miss Titles for 2024
We’re thrilled to offer two Open Titles this year: Miss Pacific Coast and Miss Northern California!
Requirements for Open Title Delegates:
- Zoom Call: Attendance at the November 6th Zoom Call is highly recommended. (Register at the bottom of the page for details.)
- Entry Fee: $425 entry fee or a full-page ad purchase valued at $425. (This ad rate applies specifically to Open Titles.) Due December 7th.
- Headshot: A headshot of you, 5 x 7 portrait orientation exported at 300 dpi is due on December 7th. Background should be a solid color. Head and shoulders should be included with plenty of space around the head.
Workshop & Rehearsal Schedule: Open Title delegates are not required to attend the full workshop and rehearsal schedule, though they’re welcome to join any sessions. They are, however, required to attend:
- Show Dress Rehearsal: Friday, January 10th
- Competition Day: All events on Saturday, January 11th
If a delegate wins an Open Miss Title, they are required to:
- Compete in Miss California: Participate in the Miss California Competition from June 16-21 to receive any scholarship winnings.
- Uphold Brand Standards: Represent the MSC Organization by upholding its brand standards, with a strong recommendation to make at least one public appearance each month during their reign.
- Return for Next Year’s Competition: Attend the Miss Sacramento County Competition the following year.
Online Application
Let’s Go!
Registration for the 2025 season is now OPEN.
By submitting an application, you’re applying to be a contestant in our 2025 competition.
By submitting this application, you confirm that you have read the criteria listed above and can provide verification when requested.