Pumpkin Princess Pageant

Theme: Hello, Fall

Think pumpkin patches, colorful leaves, cozy sweaters, hayrides, apple orchards, corn mazes, Halloween fun, magical princess moments, and everything that makes autumn unforgettable.

Submit a collection of themed photos showing your contestant celebrating all the fun, beauty, and magic of fall. Costumes are welcome, but not required. (Please note: Makeup is not allowed in photos.)

2 lucky contestants will be featured on the cover or back cover of all our program books on pageant day!

Submit 5 Photos For This Optional

Winners will appear on the front or back cover of the pageant program

Theme: Pumpkin Princess

Capture everything we love about fall in one unforgettable photo!

Whether it's pumpkins, colorful leaves, a cozy autumn outfit, a magical princess look, or a fun Halloween setup, this optional celebrates creativity and everything that makes Pumpkin Princess so special.

Props, backgrounds, accessories, and creative setups are encouraged—just make sure your photo captures the magic of the season!

What we look for:

• A clear connection to the Pumpkin Princess theme
• Creativity and originality
• Personality and expression
• A photo that stands out

Submit 1 Photo For This Optional

Theme: Halloween Costumes

It's time to dress up!

Whether your contestant is a princess, fairy, pumpkin, animal, superhero, or any fun Halloween character, we want to see the cutest costume you can imagine.

Creative props, festive backgrounds, and playful expressions are encouraged!

What we look for:

• A fun and playful costume
• Creativity with props or styling
• A sweet, adorable expression
• A photo full of personality

Submit 1 Photo For This Optional

Centerfold submissions should be a full body portrait of the contestant wearing either a Halloween-themed outfit, fall-inspired attire, or a formal dress.

There are no additional requirements—this optional is all about presenting a clean, confident, full-length image.

Winners will appear in the centerfold of the pageant program.

Submit 1 Photo For This Optional

This award is for the contestant whose photo has the strongest overall look.

Photos may be professional or casual but should be clear, bright, and flattering.

What we love to see:

• A clear, high quality photo
• Good lighting and focus
• A natural, confident expression
• A contestant who stands out

Submit 1 Photo For This Optional

This award highlights the contestant whose eyes stand out most in their photo.

What we love to see:

• Clear, visible eyes
• Strong eye contact
• Bright, expressive eyes
• A photo that naturally draws attention to the eyes

Submit 1 Photo For This Optional

This award is for the contestant with the happiest, most natural smile.

What we love to see:

• A genuine, joyful smile
• A natural expression
• Bright, engaging eyes
• A smile that lights up the photo

Submit 1 Photo For This Optional

This award is for the contestant who looks her best in a polished, elegant photo.

Parents should submit a photo of their contestant wearing a formal dress. This may be a pageant gown, holiday dress, flower girl dress, or any outfit that creates a beautiful, dressed-up look. The dress does not need to be the same one worn at the pageant.

What we love to see:

• A clean, polished appearance
• A well put together outfit
• A confident, natural expression
• Good posture and presentation
• An overall elegant look

Submit 1 Photo For This Optional

Theme: A Story in One Photo

Every great picture tells a story!

Create a photo that captures a magical autumn adventure, a Halloween memory, or a fun fall moment. Whether it's baking treats, picking pumpkins, trick-or-treating, exploring a corn maze, reading a spooky story, or creating your own imaginative scene, let your photo tell the story.

What we look for:

• A photo that tells a clear story
• Creative use of scenery, props, or setting
• Natural expressions and personality
• A memorable photo that sparks the imagination

Submit 1 Photo For This Optional

Theme: The Beauty of Fall

Celebrate everything that makes autumn magical!

Capture your contestant surrounded by the warm colors and cozy charm of the season. Think colorful leaves, pumpkins, apple orchards, cozy blankets, lanterns, rustic barns, golden sunsets, warm drinks, or anything that creates a beautiful autumn atmosphere.

What we look for:

• A strong autumn feel
• Beautiful use of seasonal colors and scenery
• Creativity with the setting
• A photo that captures the magic of fall

Submit 1 Photo For This Optional

*After signup, you will be given instructions to upload your photos. Photos for this pageant are due by September 30th

The contestant with the best outfit in each age group during the Theme Wear portion of the pageant will win this award.

Contestants should wear an outfit inspired by the Pumpkin Princess theme. This may include pumpkins, Halloween characters, fall fashion, costumes, spooky-cute details, or creative seasonal styling.

Judges will look for:

• A strong connection to the Pumpkin Princess theme
• Creativity and fun details
• Age-appropriate styling
• Confidence on stage

• • A contestant who looks comfortable and excited

The contestant with the best outfit in each age group during the Formal Wear portion of the pageant will win this award.

Contestants should present a clean, polished, and age-appropriate formal look that allows their all-natural beauty to shine.

Judges will look for:

• A neat and polished appearance
• Confidence and posture
• Comfort in the outfit
• Age-appropriate styling
• A beautifully coordinated overall look

The contestant who showcases the Cutest Stage Personality in each age group will win this award.

This optional celebrates contestants who let their unique personalities shine while they are on stage. Contestants may smile, wave, pose, interact naturally, or simply enjoy their special moment in the spotlight.

Judges will look for:

• Personality and expression
• Natural interaction
• Confidence in her own way
• A happy and engaging stage presence
• A contestant who looks like she is having fun

The contestant with the Best Hair in each age group will win this award.

This optional recognizes a clean, age-appropriate hairstyle that complements the contestant’s outfit and overall pageant look.

Judges will look for:

• Clean and neatly styled hair
• A hairstyle that complements the outfit
• Hair that remains neat while on stage
• Age-appropriate styling
• A polished overall appearance

The contestant with the Best Smile in each age group will win this award.

This optional celebrates contestants who share a natural, joyful smile while enjoying their time on stage.

Judges will look for:

• A genuine smile
• A happy expression
• Engagement with the judges or audience
• Confidence and warmth

• • A joyful stage presence

The Director’s Choice Award is personally selected by the pageant director.

This award is presented to a contestant who truly stands out through her attitude, effort, kindness, and heart throughout the pageant experience.

Director’s Choice is not based on outfits, appearance, or pageant scores. Instead, it celebrates the little moments that make a big impact—whether that is encouraging another contestant, showing kindness, overcoming nervousness, demonstrating personal growth, or simply bringing a wonderful attitude to pageant day.

The contestant with the most charming pageant wave in each age group will win this award.

A pageant wave is one of the sweetest ways contestants can show confidence and personality while on stage. Whether it's a classic princess wave or a unique wave that fits her style, this optional celebrates contestants who greet the audience with warmth and confidence.

Judges will look for:

• A confident and natural wave
• Friendly interaction with the audience
• Graceful arm and hand movement
• Confidence while waving
• A warm, welcoming stage presence

The contestant who best connects with the audience and lights up the stage in each age group will win this award.

This optional celebrates contestants who naturally capture attention with their confidence, enthusiasm, and joyful presence. Whether through a bright smile, a friendly wave, or simply enjoying every moment on stage, Crowd Charmer is all about making a memorable impression.

Judges will look for:

• Confidence on stage
• A warm, engaging presence
• Natural connection with the audience and judges
• Enthusiasm and positive energy
• A contestant who truly enjoys being on stage

Can a contestant win multiple optionals? Yes, you have a chance to win every optional you enter. No matter how many other optionals you may or may not have won.