~ Annual Themed Pageants & Burlesque Performances ~
January:
Swimsuit Pageant
June:
Pinup Pageant
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Burlesque Information
- Casting Call Details -
No prior experience needed!
All are welcome to join in the fun.
Contest Entry Requirements:
- Must be 21+ with valid ID
- Live in the state of Hawaii
- Bring a positive attitude
Model Rules & Regulations:
- No nudity or profanity onstage
- Attire must fit the theme
- Arrive stage-ready (robe optional)
- Remember to have fun
Theme:
TBA via social media flyers
Examples from past events --
"Mythical Mermaids", Cowboys, Swimsuits by decade, "Hot Rod Hunnies"
Location:
NextDoor on Hotel Street.
Event Details & Expectations:
- Check-in at the venue front desk with pageant hosts (always females)
(names & time will be emailed in your confirmation email)
- Each contestant struts for 30 seconds
- Each contestant answers a question to showcase your personality
- Contest duration: approx. 30 minutes
- Optional group photo session with event photographer
Scorecard Categories:
Beauty - Makeup & Hair
Talent - Authenticity & Theme
Interview - Charisma & Charm
Judges score 1-10 in each category, with averages determining winners.
Prizes:
1st Place: Title, crown, photoshoot, sponsor prizes, $100 cash!
2nd Place: Sailor Jerry Swag, sponsor prizes
3rd Place: sponsor prizes
All contestants will receive a swag bag from the event and our generous sponsors
Sponsor prizes typically include Gift Certificates, coupons, and Merchandise.
Recent Sponsors:
Suzie’s Kapahulu
R & R Theraputics LLC
Creating a Pinup
Hawaiian Express Records
and more
Hosts & Judges:
- Host: To be announced
- Judges: To be announced - representing local shops, vintage beauty consultants, and local celebrity/performers.
Capacity:
- Limited spots available.
- First 12 completed registrations secure a guaranteed spot.
Cost:
$10 registration fee includes a festival admission wristband that allows you entry to all venues all night,
which essentially makes your entry free.
To be paid with entry form submission. Pickup via guest list (show ID) at Nextdoor.
Questions:
Please write to SJFpinups@gmail.com
To Enter:
1. Gather this info:
• 📸 At least 1 model photo
• 🌆 The city you’re representing
• 🆔 A copy of your ID (proof of age/identity)
• 👗 Your pinup or stage name
• 📱 Your social media handles
2. Send a $10 Venmo payment to secure your spot & entry wristband.
( Venmo account info sent via email )
Note: This is half the price of a ticket on the day of the event and reserves your spot in the pageant.
3. Email the list of items above to: SJFpinups@gmail.com
Images from the very first pageant:
More images available at facebook.com/SailorJerryFestival
Want to sponsor the pin-up contest?
Let's talk.
~ Burlesque ~
We also organize 1-2 burlesque shows each year.
Managed by a female team-lead.
This is different from the pageants above.
Must be 21+
Paid for your participation
Inquiries:
Please send an email to
SJFburlesque@Gmail.com
~ Misc Entertainment Acts ~
Please visit the Participate page.
The Sailor Jerry Festival celebrates the history of traditional tattoo art and recognizes with compassion the original appropriated art. We have always been inclusive and strive for fair representation. We also thank the people of Hawaii and recognize we are mere guests on their lands.