~ Annual Themed Pageants & Burlesque Performances ~
- Universal Casting Call Details -
No prior experience needed!
What is it?
It's a good time, plain and simple.
Sample Videos: HERE
All are welcome to join in the fun, if...
- You are 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
Location:
NextDoor on Hotel Street.
Theme:
TBA prior to each event
Examples from past events -- "Mythical Mermaids",
Cowboys, Swimsuits by decade, "Hot Rod Hunnies"
Images from the very first pageant:
More images available at facebook.com/SailorJerryFestival
- JANUARY SWIMSUIT PAGEANT -
2026 CASTING CALL DETAILS
21+ | All Genders & Identities Welcome
Run for the titles of Queen (1st Place) and Princess (Runner-Up) of the 2026 Era’s Swimsuit Pageant!
No prior experience needed.
All are welcome to join and have fun!
CONTEST ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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Must be 21+ with valid ID
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Must live in the state of Hawaiʻi
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Must bring a positive, respectful attitude
MODEL RULES & REGULATIONS
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No nudity or profanity onstage
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Attire must fit the theme
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Arrive stage-ready (robe optional)
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Have fun and bring your confidence!
THEME
Swimsuits Through the Decades — Pick Your Favorite Swimsuit Era!
LOCATION
NextDoor – 43 N. Hotel Street, Honolulu
EVENT DETAILS & EXPECTATIONS
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Check-in:
Check in at the venue front desk with the pageant team.
Call times will be included in your confirmation email.
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Onstage Format:
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30-second runway/strut
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1 interview question
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Contest duration: approx. 30 minutes
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Photos:
Optional group photo session with the event photographer.
SCORECARD CATEGORIES
Judges score 1–10 in the following areas:
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Beauty – Makeup, hair, overall polish
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Talent – Authenticity & interpretation of your chosen decade
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Interview – Charisma, charm, and stage presence
Who will win Queen of the eras?
PRIZES
1st Place – Queen 2026
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Crown & official sash
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Festival swag
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Band merch
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Sponsor prizes:
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Photo shoot w/ Soliex Photography
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Tattoo session w/ Bad News Becca
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VIP package experience to a future Koko Charli Show
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2nd Place – Princess 2026
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Crown & official sash
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Festival swag
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Band merch
SPONSORS, HOSTS & JUDGES
Mercedes -
Soleix Photography
@soleixphotography
Becca -
Good News Tattoo
@badnewsbecca
Koko -
Sailor Jerry Winter Bash Queen 2025
@kokocharli
CAPACITY
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Only 10 contestant spots available.
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First 10 completed registrations are guaranteed a spot.
Spots will fill quickly — don’t wait!
COST
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$10 registration fee
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Includes an all-night festival wristband granting entry to all venues!
Fees are due with registration.
Wristbands available at NextDoor guest list (show ID).
QUESTIONS
Email: SJFpinups@gmail.com
HOW TO ENTER
1. Gather Your Info
Prepare the following:
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📸 At least 1 model photo
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👗 Your stage name
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🆔 Photo of your ID
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🌆 Your chosen swimsuit era/decade
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📱 Your social media handles
2. Pay the Registration Fee
Send your $10 Venmo payment to secure your spot and wristband.
Venmo details provided via email.
3. Submit Your Entry
Email all required items to: SJFpinups@gmail.com
Subject line: “Era’s Swimsuit Pageant Entry – [Your Stage Name]”
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- JUNE PINUP PAGEANT -
2026 info coming later.
2025 info below.
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.
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
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~ 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.