40th Annual San Joaquin Asparagus Festival

Food vendors prepare and sell ready-to-eat food and beverages on site.

By submitting this application as an electronic agreement, you are validating you have read all of the information on this page and approving this agreement electronically. This application will be reviewed and is not a guarantee of space. All questions must be answered completely before consideration for space can be given. Please do not send any money after completing this application. This application is neither a commitment by the applicant or an offer by the San Joaquin Asparagus Festival to rent space. If your application is accepted, we will notify you with the following steps to complete acceptance.

We encourage Food Vendors to sell Asparagus infused food items, however they must be approved by our committee. Prohibited ASPARAGUS ITEMS which are sold solely through the festival: DEEP FRIED ASPARAGUS, BACON WRAPPED ASPARAGUS OR ASPARAGUS ICE CREAM.

Pre-packaged food only - NO cooking or food preparation on site. Example: Candy, Cupcakes, Nuts, Beef Jerky.

By submitting this application as an electronic agreement, you are validating you have read all of the information on this page and approving this agreement electronically. This application will be reviewed and is not a guarantee of space. All questions must be answered completely before consideration for space can be given. Please do not send any money after completing this application. This application is neither a commitment by the applicant or an offer by the San Joaquin Asparagus Festival to rent space. If your application is accepted, we will notify you with the following steps to complete acceptance.

Commercial Vendors are any businesses providing goods or services whose normal business involves the sale, rental, lease or provision of those good and/or services.

By submitting this application as an electronic agreement, you are validating you have read all of the information on this page and approving this agreement electronically. This application will be reviewed and is not a guarantee of space. All questions must be answered completely before consideration for space can be given. Please do not send any money after completing this application. This application is neither a commitment by the applicant or an offer by the San Joaquin Asparagus Festival to rent space. If your application is accepted, we will notify you with the following steps to complete acceptance.

Small Business Vendors are classified as any businesses with 6 ore less total employees in their company. Most small business vendors by and resell goods (not 100% handcrafted like an Arts & Crafts Vendor) or generate leads for future services. 

By submitting this application as an electronic agreement, you are validating you have read all of the information on this page and approving this agreement electronically. This application will be reviewed and is not a guarantee of space. All questions must be answered completely before consideration for space can be given. Please do not send any money after completing this application. This application is neither a commitment by the applicant or an offer by the San Joaquin Asparagus Festival to rent space. If your application is accepted, we will notify you with the following steps to complete acceptance.

Non-Profit Vendors need to provide their 501c3 determination letter to qualify for a Non-Profit vendor space.

By submitting this application as an electronic agreement, you are validating you have read all of the information on this page and approving this agreement electronically. This application will be reviewed and is not a guarantee of space. All questions must be answered completely before consideration for space can be given. Please do not send any money after completing this application. This application is neither a commitment by the applicant or an offer by the San Joaquin Asparagus Festival to rent space. If your application is accepted, we will notify you with the following steps to complete acceptance.

Arts & Crafts Vendors are classified as businesses that sell items that are 100% handcrafted. Home Based Direct Selling Vendors are considered vendors who work from home as a sales person for companies like Scentsy, Avon, Tupperware, etc.

By submitting this application as an electronic agreement, you are validating you have read all of the information on this page and approving this agreement electronically. This application will be reviewed and is not a guarantee of space. All questions must be answered completely before consideration for space can be given. Please do not send any money after completing this application. This application is neither a commitment by the applicant or an offer by the San Joaquin Asparagus Festival to rent space. If your application is accepted, we will notify you with the following steps to complete acceptance.

Dear Pageant Contestants,

WELCOME! We are excited to invite you to participate in the annual San Joaquin Asparagus Festival Pageant Program. You have the exciting opportunity to be the one of the five "Queens of the Festival" and represent one of the most prestigious community events in the Central Valley region, the San Joaquin Asparagus Festival, which will be held April 24 - April 26, 2026 at the San Joaquin Country Fairgrounds in Stockton, California. 

Basic Info: (please refer to Terms & Conditions below for complete rules)

1. GENERAL ELIGIBILITY
   1. Eligibility: The San Joaquin Asparagus Festival Pageant Program is open to female contestants only.
   2. Residency Requirement: Contestants must reside, work, or attend school within one of the following California counties: Alameda, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, El Dorado, Fresno, Glenn, Kern, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Santa Clara, Shasta, Solano, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tehama, Tulare, Tuolumne, Yolo, Yuba.
2. AGE REQUIREMENTS AND DIVISIONS
   1. All age determinations are based on the contestant’s age as of April 1, 2026.
   2. The Scholarship Pageant is open only to contestants ages 13–18. Contestants age 19 and older, regardless of marital or maternal status, must compete in the Jubilee Pageant. Ages 12 and under participate in the non-competitive Prince & Princess Showcase.
   3. Scholarship Pageant Divisions
      1. Teen Miss Asparagus Festival: Ages 13–15
      2. Miss Asparagus Festival: Ages 16–18; Contestants must be unmarried and without children.
   4. Jubilee Pageant Divisions
      1. Ms. Asparagus Festival: ages 19–29
      2. Elite Ms. Asparagus Festival: ages 30–49
      3. Classic Ms. Asparagus Festival: ages 50 and better
3. APPLICATION AND ENTRY
   1. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Entry fees are not charged until an application has been accepted by Pageant Directors.
      1. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
      2. Applications must be submitted online by the published deadline.
      3. Incomplete or late applications may not be accepted.
      4. Upon acceptance, a seventy five dollar ($75) entry fee is required to confirm participation.
      5. Entry fees are non-refundable once an application has been accepted.
      6. The Pageant Committee reserves the right to reject individual entries, limit total number of entries or adjust divisions based on participation levels.
4. REQUIRED PARTICIPATION AND DEADLINES
   1. All contestants are required to meet deadlines and attend mandatory events listed in the official Pageant Guide for their division, which may include:
      1. Application and entry fee submission
      2. Pageant orientation or workshop
      3. Pageant bio and headshot submission
      4. Rehearsal
      5. Pageant competition day
      6. Festival appearances as outlined for new royalty
5. PHASES OF COMPETITION
   1. Contestants will be scored in four phases of competition. Scores are compiled and applied using the following weights toward the overall score.
      1. On-Stage Interview 40%
      2. Speech 35%
      3. Fun Fashion 15%
      4. Formal Wear 10%
6. OPTIONAL CONTESTS
   1. Participation in optional contests is voluntary and open to both Scholarship and Jubilee contestants. Judging is conducted by separate panel(s) of judges. Optional award results do not impact overall pageant rankings.
   2. Academic Achievement, no additional fee
   3. Volunteer Service, no additional fee
   4. Photogenic, no additional fee
   5. Talent, $25 additional fee per entry
7. TITLES AND PRIZES
   1. Scholarship Pageant Titles 
      1. Teen Miss San Joaquin Asparagus Festival and two-hundred-fifty-dollar ($250) cash scholarship
      2. Miss San Joaquin Asparagus Festival and one-thousand-dollar ($1,000) cash scholarship

   2. Jubilee Pageant Ttiles

      1. Ms. Asparagus Festival

          

      2. Elite Ms. Asparagus Festival

          

      3. Classic Ms. Asparagus Festival

   3. Titles also include crown OR tiara, sash, flowers and additional prizes as announced.
   4. Scholarships are awarded upon successful completion of the titleholder’s reign.

Please carefully review the Terms and Conditions below as they are the official rules and regulations for this program. Please make sure that you review the official Pageant Guide for your age division linked below for in-depth information and helpful tips for success in our program.

We look forward to working with you this year!

In the family spirit of pageantry,

Shim Lacy

Pageant/Princess Coordinator

Phone/Text: (209) 518-3915

Email: ShimLacy@gmail.com

Dear Prince and Princess Participants and Family,

WELCOME! We are excited to invite you to participate in the annual San Joaquin Asparagus Festival Pageant Program. You have the exciting opportunity to be the one of the five "Queens of the Festival" and represent one of the most prestigious community events in the Central Valley region, the San Joaquin Asparagus Festival, which will be held April 24 - April 26, 2026 at the San Joaquin Country Fairgrounds in Stockton, California. 

Basic Info: (please refer to Terms & Conditions below for complete rules)

1. GENERAL ELIGIBILITY
   1. Eligibility: The San Joaquin Asparagus Festival Prince and Princess Program is open to boys and girls ages 12 and under. There is no residency requirement.
2. AGE DIVISIONS
   1. All age determinations are based on the contestant’s age as of April 1, 2026.
   2. The Prince and Princess Program is a non-competitive community showcase for youth ages 12 and under. Ages 13–18 may compete in the Scholarship Pageant. Age 19 and older, regardless of marital or maternal status, may compete in the Jubilee Pageant.
   3. Age Divisions

      1. Asparagus Prince: boys ages 9 & under

      2. Asparagus Princess: girls ages 9 & under

      3. Mini Mr. Asparagus: boys ages 10-12

      4. Mini Miss Asparagus: girls ages 10-12

3. APPLICATION AND ENTRY
   1. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Entry fees are not charged until an application has been accepted by Pageant Directors.
      1. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
      2. Applications must be submitted online by the published deadline.
      3. Incomplete or late applications may not be accepted.
      4. Upon acceptance, a thirty dollar ($30) entry fee is required to confirm participation.
      5. Entry fees are non-refundable once an application has been accepted.
      6. The Pageant Committee reserves the right to reject individual entries, limit total number of entries or adjust divisions based on participation levels.
4. REQUIRED PARTICIPATION AND DEADLINES
   1. All participants are required to meet deadlines and attend mandatory events listed in the official guide for their division, which may include:

      1. Application and entry fee submission

      2. Festival Pass Pick-Up Day

      3. Prince and Princess Show during Festival

5. PROGRAM AREA
   1. Participants will take part in two program areas.
      
      1. Fun Fashion Runway
      2. On Stage Interview
6. OPTIONAL CONTESTS
   1. Participation in optional contests is voluntary. Judging is conducted by separate panel(s) of judges.
   2. Academic Achievement, no additional fee
   3. Volunteer Service, no additional fee
   4. Photogenic, no additional fee
   5. Talent, $25 additional fee per entry
7. TITLES AND PRIZES
   1. Asparagus Princess and Mini Miss Asparagus participants will receive a tiara and custom printed sash.

   2. Asparagus Prince and Mini Mr. Asparagus participants will receive a custom medallion.

   3. Awards may also additional prizes as announced.

Please carefully review the Terms and Conditions below as they are the official rules and regulations for this program. Please make sure that you review the official Pageant Guide for your age division linked below for in-depth information and helpful tips for success in our program.

We look forward to working with you this year!

In the family spirit of pageantry,

Shim Lacy

Pageant/Princess Coordinator

Phone/Text: (209) 518-3915

Email: ShimLacy@gmail.com