This year’s Queen Pageant will instead be a reunion of all past queens that are still in the area. Be sure to visit the South Tent Friday, June 6th at 6:00 pm for this extra special event celebrating some of Bolivar’s finest ladies!
Miss Berry Princess and Little Miss Shortcake pageants will be held June 7th at 11:00am and noon, respectively. The contests are open to Bolivar residents and Tusky Valley School students.
Click here to download a Pageant Signup Form
Strawberry Festival Pageants
You’re Invited to the Queens’ Reunion!
Click the image above for a larger version of many past Strawberry Festival program covers that we’ve been able to retrieve.
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL QUEEN
During this Bicentennial year, we will be hosting a Queens Reunion in lieu of the traditional pageant.
You are Invited!
We warmly invite all past Strawberry Festival Queens and their supporters to join us for this memorable celebration. your presence will make this event truly special.
Join us for a delightful evening as we honor and celebrate the past Strawberry Festival Queens of Bolivar! This special event is a tribute to the remarkable women who have graced our festival with their presence and charm over the years.
Event highlights include a recognition ceremony honoring past queens for their contributions and achievements.
Capture memories with past queen attendees and supporters!
June 6, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the South Tent
The 2025 Queen Reunion is sponsored by Eleet Cryogenics.
Congratulations to Rebecca Hubble, queen for 2024!
Rebecca has played a major role in every Strawberry Festival since it was revived by Dick LeBold. Her commitment to the community includes terms as Mayor of Bolivar in addition to growing Bolivar Main Street Association while still playing an integral part in it.
A much deserved award for this hard working lady – Congratulations, Rebecca!
MISS BERRY PRINCESS
Sponsored by The Commercial & Savings Bank with hosts Kerry Miller and Kathryn Cooper, the 2025 Miss Berry Princess Pageant (ages 7 to 9) will be held Saturday, June 7th, 11:00am at the South Tent.
Miss Berry Princess is chosen by a random drawing.
Click here for a 2025 sign up form
Congratulations to 2024 winner, Rylee Hostetler!
Rylee Hostetler
Penelope Shedron
LITTLE MISS SHORTCAKE
The 2025 Little Miss Shortcake Pageant (ages 4 to 6) – will be held Saturday, June 7th, noon at the South Tent. The event is sponsored by The Commercial & Savings Bank with hosts Kerry Miller and Kathryn Cooper.
Little Miss Shortcake is selected by a random drawing.
Click here for a 2025 sign up form
Congratulations to 2024 winner, Penelope Shedron!
