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 QUEEN

During this Bicentennial year, we will be hosting a Queens Reunion in lieu of the traditional pageant. Stop back for additional details!

The selection of the Strawberry Festival queen and her court has been based on devotion to the community, church and family. A random drawing was held to select the Queen each year.

Criteria:
65 years of age or better
Must live in Bolivar area zip code
Letter of recommendation from family member, loved one, or area business; one page, no more than three paragraphs.

The 2024 Queen Pageant was 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!

Rylee Hostetler

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.

Congratulations to 2024 winner, Penelope Shedron!