Applicants will be judged on Evening Gown stage appearance in all categories. Queen division contestants will have an interview prior to the pageant. Judges will be out-of-town judges with no relations to the contestants. Winner in each category will receive a crown, sash and flowers, and the winner in the Queen category will also receive $100 cash. A winner and 1st runner-up will be announced in each category provided there are enough participants. Each age category will also award "Prettiest Smile" and "Best Dress", winners will receive rosette ribbons. Age groups may be combined if less than 4 contestants per age group. Judges decisions are final.

To enter, contestants must fill out the application form and turn in, along with entry fee, by the due date. All applications and entry fees must be received by the Baker County Fair Association no later than Thursday, September 21, 2023. Contestants must reside in Baker County. Each contestant will be allowed 1 backstage pass.