Miss'd America

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (June 20, 2025) – Miss’d America LLC is pleased to announce the 34^th Miss’d America Pageant, Disco Down will take place on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at 8 p.m. inside Caesars Atlantic City’s Circus Maximus Theater. The pageant will feature lavish sets and incredible numbers, all led by the reigning Miss’d America 2025, Aria B. Cassadine, returning host Carson Kressley, writer/director Mark Dahl, the Melanie Rice Orchestra, and the Miss’d America dancers.

“We are very happy to be returning to Caesars Atlantic City who is a true GLBTQ+ supporter, to bring a high profile, inclusive and professional event to Atlantic City for residents, tourists and the community- at-large. Together we can all be stronger and prouder, said pageant founders, Hon. John Schultz and Gary Hill.”

“Caesars Atlantic City is thrilled to welcome back Miss’d America this year, which remains one of Atlantic City’s longest-running and most popular shows all year,” said Karen Worman, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Caesars Atlantic City. “Beyond being one of the City’s premier entertainment events for over 30 years, we feel so fortunate to partner with an amazing organization that has raised over $500,000 for non-profits across our region.” 

A portion of the proceeds from the 2025 Miss’d America Pageant will be donated to various LGBTQIA+ supportive charities. 

Tickets will be available for purchase in person at the Circus Maximus Theater Box Office and online through caesarsac.com and ticketmaster.com.

Contestants competing for the title of Miss’d America 2026 will be judged in the categories of swimsuit, talent, evening gown and must complete a Judges’ Interview. Along with the crown and sash, Miss’d America will receive $5,000 in cash and must be available for multiple appearances throughout her reign. The first runner-up will receive $2,500 and the second runner-up will receive $1,500.

Miss’d America introduces inclusive eligibility criteria

The Miss’d America Organization is proud to announce that, effective immediately, any person assigned male at birth is welcome to compete in the Miss’d America pageant. The use of hormones, silicone or other forms of body augmentation will not preclude participation in the contest.

Previously, there was some confusion about the permissibility of this due to the language of our patent. This was reflected in statements made on behalf of the Miss’d America Organization last year. We apologize for these statements and take ownership of the impact they have had on members of our community. We strive to support and celebrate all LGBTQIA+ people and are committed to affirming the identity of every member of this family.

In Miss’d America’s early years, before it had formal regulations, the pageant had a number of trans winners. In the spirit of greater inclusivity and to honor our history, we would like to formally open up the pageant to the trans and non-binary members of our community. We have updated the official contestant packet to reflect this change.

We are looking forward to a brighter, more inclusive future and invite you to join us for the pageant’s triumphant return in 2021.