Little Miss Candidate

The “Little Miss Delano” program is a part of the Delano Ambassador Program. We focus on promoting friendship, community spirit, and fun!

Candidacy is open to girls:

  • who have completed the 1st or 2nd grade in the Coronation year. 
  • Live in the Delano/Loretto School District or attend a Delano/Loretto School District Elementary School.

Boys interested in being a little ambassador are also invited to apply!

Download the Little Miss Application to apply! Applications are due May 1st, 2026

Little Miss Candidate Events:

  • Parent/Child Information Meeting in May 
  • Princess Party 
  • Delano Memorial Day Parade & Legion Lunch
  • Little Miss Party & Judging Interview in June
  • Meet the Candidates Dinner & Program in June
  • Candidate Picnic and Howard Lake Good Neighbor Days Parade in June
  • Coronation Rehearsal in July
  • Delano Royalty Banquet – July
  • Delano Royalty Coronation – July
  • And More! A full list of events will be given out at the parent/child meeting. An email will be sent out by the end of May with the dates of the above events.

Interviews:

The interview with the judges will be one girl at a time sitting with the judges as they ask her a few questions. The interview is informal as we want the girls to feel comfortable and be themselves.

The judges will ask questions such as:

  • Why do you want to be a Delano Little Miss Ambassador?
  • Are you excited to wear a dress and crown?
  • Would you like to ride the float with the Delano Ambassadors and wave to the people watching the parades?

The judges will choose two girls to be crowned Little Miss Ambassador at the Delano Royalty Coronation during the Delano 4th of July Celebration.

Parent Info:

  • If crowned, the Little Misses are only required to be in the Delano 4th of July Parade, riding on our float with the older girls. Other appearances are up to you!
  • Little Misses will also be invited to attend Parades and Events in other communities around Minnesota. 
  • Most Parades are optional for Little Miss Ambassadors, but you are encouraged to attend as it fits your schedule. It is the family’s responsibility to chaperone and provide transportation for your daughter at each Royalty Event or Parade. 
  • There will also be community events and volunteering that we ask Little Misses to attend, as we believe you are never too young to start volunteering!
  • After your daughter is crowned at the coronation, there will be another parent information meeting to lay out expectations and review the rules and guidelines of Little Misses and their families.

FAQ’s

  • Are all Events mandatory? While we do have many mandatory events such as judging events, Coronation, and 4th of July events, the majority of the events throughout the year are optional for the Little Miss Amabassadors. We do find Families enjoy making it to many of the unique events throughout the year.
  • What if my daughter is not crowned?
    While only two are crowned, the Candidate Season itself is designed to be the highlight of the year. We understand the “Coronation Blues” are real, but we believe the personal growth and memories gained far outweigh the final result.
    What Every Candidate Gains
    Lasting Friendships: Spending weeks with our Candidate group creates bonds that often outlast the summer.
    Community Connection: Being a part of the 4th of July Celebration offers a unique perspective on local tradition and service.
    New Experiences: From public speaking to community events, candidates build confidence in ways that benefit them long after the season ends.
    Our Mission: We know how special every candidate is. Our goal is that every candidate will walk away feeling proud of what they’ve accomplished and the impact they’ve made on our community.