The Orleans Dogwood Festival Baby Contest is Sunday, April 21

ORLEANS – Mark your calendars. The Orleans Dogwood Festival is approaching, and officials are looking for all of Orange County’s adorable babies.

The Orleans Dogwood Festival Baby Contest is on Sunday, April 21st, in the Orleans High School Cafeteria.

There is an $8 registration fee per child, and you must register your child 15 minutes before his or her category.  Late entries will not be accepted.

The category times are as follows:

  • 2:00 p.m. – boys & girls 0-5 months
  • 2:30 p.m. – boys & girls 6-11 months
  • 3:00 p.m. – boys & girls 12-17 months
  • 3:30 p.m. – boys & girls 18-23 months
  • 4:00 p.m. boys & girls 2 years
  • 4:30 p.m. boys & girls 3-4 years

Judging will be based on attire, personality, appearance, and interaction with judges.

Winners from each category will be awarded accordingly and get their picture taken with the 2024 Orleans Dogwood Festival Queen.

You can call or text Ashley McDonald at 812-653-0255 with any questions.