Mission Statement:
The Miss Hmong California Pageant Competition is dedicated to celebrating the beauty, talent, and resilience of Hmong women while preserving and promoting Hmong culture, traditions, and values. Our mission is to empower young Hmong women to become confident leaders, cultural ambassadors, and positive role models within their communities and beyond.
Through this competition, we strive to:
The Miss Hmong California Pageant aims to cultivate leadership by providing a platform for participants to develop their leadership skills, public speaking abilities, and confidence, empowering them to inspire and uplift others. It honors Hmong heritage by showcasing the rich traditions of the Hmong people, including traditional attire, language, and cultural practices, fostering pride and appreciation for a shared cultural identity. The pageant promotes education and advocacy by encouraging contestants to pursue personal growth and higher education while using their voices to address important social and community issues. Additionally, it fosters community engagement by creating an inclusive and supportive environment that unites the Hmong community and its allies, celebrating unity, diversity, and shared aspirations.
The Miss Hmong California Pageant is more than a celebration of beauty—it is a movement to empower the next generation of Hmong women to lead with purpose, represent with pride, and inspire change. Together, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and build a brighter future for our community.
Miss Hmong California 2025
Bella Lor | Nkauj Sua Lauj
Are you our next Miss Hmong California?
Are you ready to embark on an empowering journey and make a lasting impact in the Hmong community? The Miss Hmong California Pageant is your chance to showcase your talents, celebrate your heritage, and step into a leadership role that inspires others. Join us in preserving Hmong culture, advocating for important causes, and representing the pride and beauty of our community. Interested in being our next Miss Hmong California? This could be your moment to shine!
AWARDS
Miss Hmong California
$10,000 | Sash | Crown
1st Runner-Up
$4,000 | Sash | Crown
2nd Runner-Up
$2,000 | Sash | Crown
PHOTOGENIC
This award will be presented to the contestant judged as the most photogenic based on the following criteria: visual appeal, expressiveness, and composition by the judges.
BEST WEAR
This award is presented to the contestant who has the highest votes from the judges during the group exit from the introduction round.
MOST TALENTED
This award is presented to the contestant with the highest talent round scores.
BEST SELF-DESIGNED
This award is presented to the contestant with the highest self-design round scores.
QUALIFICATIONS
| Must be at least 18 years of age by November 24, 2025 (ID required) | Must be no older than the age of 30 (ID required) | Female only (ID required) | Single with no prior marriage or no dependent(s) | |
| Have the ability to speak Hmong | Enrolled in and/or graduated high school or have successfully completed the G.E.D. testing program for high school equivalency | Must be in good health and participate fully and without limitations in program activities | At least one biological parent of Hmong descent | Must reside in the State of California |
***Additional rules and regulations may apply. Please review the pageant agreement prior to registering your team to compete in the pageant. You have the right to ask questions about the agreement before finalizing your registration.***
***Applications for the 2025-2026 Miss Hmong California Pageant are not being accepted yet. Please stay tuned for more updates regarding this program. Announcements will be made to the public via Miss Hmong California’s official Facebook page.***
REGISTRATION
Non-refundable registration fee of $250.
Status: CLOSED
Mailing Instructions
Please complete the application to its entirely. Make checks payable to and mail all applications to our PO Box below, using a Manila envelope:
Checks payable to: Sacramento Hmong New Year, Inc.
P.O. Box. 232118, Sacramento, CA 95823
For more information regarding the Pageant, please contact one of the following below:
Coordinators | John Lao & Alex Chang
coordinators.pageant@sacramentohmongnewyear.com
P:(916)-606-4272 | P:(916)-228-0848
Pageant Director | Richard Vang
pageant@sacramentohmongnewyear.com
P:(916)-753-5601