24th Annual Bedford County Fair Queen Contest
Entry deadline - May 15, 2025
Sunday, July 20 - 5:00 p.m. - Bedford Ford Show Arena
Charmain: Beverly Stanton (814-623-0800)
Committee: Ashley Fetters, Josh Fetters, Tawnya Wigfield, and Peggy Zembower
The purpose of this contest is to encourage the promotion of agricultural Fairs and to create better relations between youth and adults in both rural and urban settings.
Contestants must:
● Be a resident of Bedford County
● Must be born a female between the ages of 16 and 21 by June 1, 2025
● Have her parent’s/guardian’s consent
● Attend Fair events throughout fair week even if not chosen as queen.
● Attend community organization events to promote the Bedford County Fair during the 2025/2026 reign of the Queen court.
● Attend the PA State Fair Convention, January 2026, in Hershey, PA if the Queen
● Not be a former County Fair Queen winner or former State Fair Queen contestant
● Not hold any other commodity title during the reign as Bedford County Fair Queen
● Be single, never married, have had no children and must not marry or become pregnant during her reign.
● Only complete applications will be accepted.
The contest consists of:1. A written essay on the topic "
What My Fair Means to My Community", submitted by July 1, 2025.
2. A personal interview.
3. Evening gown competition.
4. Question/answer period during contest.
5. Speech presentation "
Why You Should Come to My Fair". (3-5 minutes)
Please attach the following items to your application:
1. Resume
2. A picture of yourself. This picture will be used in the program.
3. A short biography. This biography will be used in the program.
Essay Due by July 1 - In 300 words or less, share your thoughts on “What My Fair Means to my Community?” This essay must be submitted to committee by July 1, 2025. NO EXCEPTIONS!