Annual Beaver Queen Pageant

The Beaver Queen Pageant is Durham’s own special mix of folly, pageantry, and humor. Contestants take on personalities: Fur Pelton John, the Beave Whisperer and Furrabella-Conchita Carramba. As with every Beaver Queen Pageant, the contestants introduce themselves in their wetlands ready wear, participate in an interview in their finest evening wear, and showcase their unique talent. Beav Aldrin, the 2014 Queen, performed an aerial routine on silks. Furrah Gnawsett-Major, the 2012 Queen, played the Star Wars theme on the clarinet while hula hooping. This year’s theme, Damilton, promises to attract characters and talent of vaguely familiar forms. WUNC’s Frank Stasio will once again serve as emcee.

In addition to the fun and the frolic, you’ll find:

--> A Scrap Exchange tent where you can construct your very own beaver tail and costume

--> Food Trucks out on the road (Pie Pushers and Only Burger)

--> A Locopops cart and a lemonade stand (Fahsyrah"s Lemonade) in the meadow to wet your whistle

--> A voting booth where you can cast your ballot for your favorite contestant (votes are $5/each)

--> A place to buy BQP merchandise (because you have always wanted a Peace. Love. Beaver sticker, hat, and shirt)

--> A kiddie area with hoses and water toys

--> A safety tent (also a place to find lost friends and children)