Candidate Information

Become a Candidate Spring of 2026! Candidates will participate in group activities that help…

  • Strengthen Communication Skills
  • Build Confidence
  • Learn Etiquette and Interview Skills
  • Participate in the Delano 4th of July Celebration!
  • Get to know the Local Businesses and Organizations
  • Most of all, HAVE FUN!

Candidate Application:

The Candidate Application is required to be a 2026 Delano Royalty Candidate. You may download the Application or pick up a copy from our Ambassadors or Directors. Completed Applications and Payment of the application fee may be dropped off by calling Director Rheanna at 651-329-3301. Application fees cover costs for Candidates, including a Candidate T-shirt, Sashes, a Candidate Day out, and other season expenses.

Candidate Events:

  • Spring Fling – Egg Hunt with the Delano Lions
  • Princess Party – as volunteers to help with our young Royal guests.
  • Delano Expo
  • Delano Memorial Day Parade & Events
  • Etiquette Training & Judging Interviews
  • Candidate Day Out – a day filled with fun adventures
  • Meet the Candidates-Dinner & Show
  • Parade & Picnic- Howard Lake Good Neighbor Days
  • Delano 4th of July Coronation & Social
  • and More!

Qualifications

1. The Candidate must be at least 17 years of age (Junior in High School), but no more than 22 years of age, by July 1st of the Coronation year in which she competes.

2. The Candidate must be a Delano High School student or graduate, or live in the Delano/Loretto School District.

3. The Candidate must comply with all qualifications as set out in the entry requirements of the Aquatennial Ambassador Association. Website: http://www.aquatennialambassadors.com

4. The Candidate must be a single female and agree that they have not been, are not now, and will not become pregnant or married during the year of reign if selected as an ambassador.

5. All applications must be completed by March 15th of the Coronation year. Please email completed applications to delanoroyalty@gmail.com. To download the application, please visit the “Application” tab listed above.

*Please read all this information carefully. When submitting the application, please include any of the following forms, which require a signature.

*Candidates may choose to seek out potential Sponsors of their choice, or the Delano Ambassador Program Directors will provide them with a list of Sponsors.