Welcome to Strasburg Mayfest 2026
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We’ll see you at 2026 Mayfest! 2nd Weekend in May!
Event schedule for 2026 strasburg mayfest
2026 Strasburg Miss Mayfest Pageant
STRASBURG MISS MAYFEST PAGEANT – Shine on Stage! 👑✨
✨ Join us for the 2026 Strasburg Mayfest Pageant! ✨
Celebrate confidence, personality, and community pride at one of Strasburg Mayfest’s most cherished traditions. We are proud to share that Strasburg Mayfest Festival is now a Member of the Virginia Association of Fairs (VAF) — an exciting milestone that brings new opportunities for our contestants!
📅 Event Details
Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Strasburg High School
Address: 250 Ram Drive, Strasburg, VA 22657
🌟 What’s New for 2026
Pre-Teen through Elegant Miss divisions will now include Personality Wear
Miss contestants will participate in a formal interview with a panel of judges
Scholarships will be awarded to the Miss Queen and 1st & 2nd Runner-Ups
As a VAF Member Festival, the 2026 Miss Queen will advance to compete in the Miss VAF State Pageant in January 2027
Full competition details and scholarship information will be included in the official pageant paperwork.
👑 How to Enter
Entry Fee: $65 per contestant
Sibling Discount: $5 off each additional contestant from the same family (after initial payment)
Application Submission:
Completed applications and payment must be mailed to:
Wendy Williams
170 Helsley Heights
Strasburg, VA 22657
📢 Important Information:
No walk-in entries will be accepted.
Contestants must enter the division that matches their age as of pageant day.
Winners from the 2024 pageant must sit out for one year before competing again.
First Runner-Up in each division may assume duties if the winner cannot fulfill her role.
✅ Eligibility Requirements & Rules:
Before applying, please carefully review the full eligibility requirements and pageant rules outlined in the application. Contestants must meet moral and character standards and follow guidelines regarding eligibility and participation.
💖 Whether you're competing or cheering on your favorite contestant, the Strasburg Mayfest Pageant is a celebration of confidence, elegance, and community pride.
📄 Ready to compete? Download the registration form below and take the first step toward becoming a Strasburg Mayfest Queen!
📣 Join the Strasburg Miss Mayfest group on Facebook for announcements, application releases, and pageant updates.
2026 Heels, Hops, & Bowties
🎧✨ HEELS, HOPS & BOW TIES — Mayfest’s Most Fabulous Kickoff is Coming in HOT! ✨🎧
📅 Friday, May 8
⏰ 11:30 AM
📍 Box Office Brewery
Cancel your boring lunch plans. This is where the real ones will be. 💅
We’re eating.
We’re sipping.
We’re strutting.
And this year? We’ve got 🎶 DJ Tony Knave of Master Jam Productions on the ones and twos — so expect vibes, volume, and just enough energy to make you forget you came “just for lunch.”
Here’s what you’re walking into:
🍴 A delicious lunch (no sad desk salads allowed)
🍹 A drink to keep it festive
🎧 A LIVE DJ bringing the heat
🎁 FREE giveaways (because we love free things)
💃 A room full of fabulous humans
🚨 Gentlemen… yes, you.
Dust off that bow tie. Iron it if you must.
Because we are JUDGING.
👠 Heel Contest — bring your runway walk.
🎀 Bow Tie Showdown — we’re looking for swagger, not subtle.
🏆 Prizes. Bragging rights. Mild strutting-induced ego inflation.
Whether you’re rocking stilettos, suspenders, or just showing up to people-watch and clap loudly, you belong here.
🎟️ Tickets are disappearing faster than free food at a fire department meeting.
Grab yours at Box Office Brewery or United Bank before you’re stuck watching everyone else’s photos.
Let’s kick off Mayfest the only way we know how — loud, proud, and just a little dramatic. 💜✨
Mayfest Duck Race
Strasburg Mayfest Duck Race – A Quacky Good Time! 🦆💦
Join us for one of Mayfest’s most beloved traditions – the Annual Mayfest Duck Race! Watch as hundreds of rubber ducks race down the waterway, all competing for the grand prize! Will your duck be the lucky winner?
📅 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
⏰ Start Time: 3:00 PM
This exciting event is fun for all ages, whether you're cheering from the sidelines or entering a duck in the race!
Head to Box Office Brewery to adopt your Duck! - $5 Adoption Fee 🐣
177 E King St, Strasburg, VA 22657
🐥 Check back soon for updates – you won’t want to miss it! 🎉
Mayfest Parade
Strasburg Mayfest Parade – A Community Celebration!
🎉 Join us for the 2025 Strasburg Mayfest Parade! 🎉
📅 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
🚗 Parade Lineup: 1:00 PM
🎭 Parade Kickoff: 2:00 PM
The streets of Strasburg will come alive with marching bands, decorated floats, antique vehicles, and lively performances—and we want YOU to be part of the fun!
👀 Spectators: Find your spot along the parade route and enjoy a spectacular showcase of local businesses, organizations, and community spirit. Bring your family and friends, wave to the participants, and soak in the excitement of this beloved Mayfest tradition!
📄 Participants: Want to be in the parade? Whether you're bringing a float, classic car, fire truck, or youth group, we'd love to have you! Download the sign-up form below and join the fun.
Let’s make this a Mayfest to remember – see you at the parade! 🎊
Heels, Hops, & Bowties
Heels, Hops, & Bowties
Kick off Strasburg Mayfest in style!
Join us for this beloved event at Box Office Brewery, where good times, great brews, and live music set the stage for a fantastic start to the festival!
🍻 Tickets: $35 Per Person
Includes:
✔️ One beer 🍺
✔️ A delicious meal 🍽️
✔️ Live music 🎶
🎉 Contest Alert:
Ladies, wear your best heels & gentlemen, show off your bowties for a chance to win!
🎟 Limited Tickets Available!
This event typically sells out, so don’t wait!
Purchase tickets in person at Box Office Brewery or Preslee Real Estate.
📲 Follow us on social media for updates and the official ticket release announcement!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable way to kick off Mayfest!
Clay Arthur at Box Office Brewery
🎶 Live Music at Strasburg Mayfest! 🎶
Join us for an afternoon of incredible live music as Clay Arthur takes the stage at Box Office Brewery during Strasburg Mayfest!
📅 Friday, May 9, 2025
⏰ 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Box Office Brewery, Strasburg, VA
Enjoy the soulful sounds of this talented artist as he performs a mix of classic favorites and heartfelt originals. Grab a drink, relax, and soak in the festival vibes while experiencing great music in a fantastic setting.
Don’t miss out—stop by for good tunes, great company, and a perfect start to your Mayfest weekend! 🎤🎸🍻
** This a closed event: Must purchase tickets to Heels, Hops, & Bowties to attend. **
Mayfest Carnival by Synder’s Attractions
Strasburg Carnival is Back! 🎡🎠
Get ready for thrills, fun, and delicious carnival treats as Snyder’s Attractions Carnival returns to town!
📅 Dates: May 7th - May 10th
Wednesday and Thursday 6-10pm; Friday 5-10pm; Saturday 12 Noon-10 pm
🎢 What to Expect:
Exciting rides for all ages
Fun games with awesome prizes
Classic carnival food favorites
🎟 Wristbands & Tickets:
Available for purchase onsite.
📲 Follow us on social media for updates and more details as we get closer to the event!
Grab your friends and family — we can’t wait to see you there!
Strasburg Miss Mayfest Pageant
STRASBURG MISS MAYFEST PAGEANT – Shine on Stage!
✨ Join us for the 2025 Strasburg Mayfest Pageant! ✨
📅 Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Lord Fairfax Community College – Corron Community Development Center
📌 Address: 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA 22645
Do you have the poise, confidence, and community spirit to represent Strasburg Mayfest? The annual Strasburg Mayfest Pageant is your chance to shine and showcase your personality, grace, and leadership!
How to Enter:
👑 Entry Fee: $55 per contestant ($5 discount for additional family members)
📝 Registration Deadline: Thursday, March 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM
📄 Application Submission: Completed applications must be mailed to Wendy Williams at 170 Helsley Heights, Strasburg, VA 22657.
📢 Important Information:
No walk-in entries will be accepted.
Contestants must enter the division that matches their age as of pageant day.
Winners from the 2024 pageant must sit out for one year before competing again.
First Runner-Up in each division may assume duties if the winner cannot fulfill her role.
✅ Eligibility Requirements & Rules:
Before applying, please carefully review the full eligibility requirements and pageant rules outlined in the application. Contestants must meet moral and character standards and follow guidelines regarding eligibility and participation.
💖 Whether you're competing or cheering on your favorite contestant, the Strasburg Mayfest Pageant is a celebration of confidence, elegance, and community pride.
📄 Ready to compete? Download the registration form below and take the first step toward becoming a Strasburg Mayfest Queen!
Deadline for registration is Thursday, March 14, 2025 at 5 p.m.
