2024 Chilli Pepper Royalty

Teen Chilli Pepper, Ava Herpstreith
Mr. Grand Pepper, Gary Warren
Miss Chilli Pepper, Alyse Tomasello
Jr Miss Chilli Pepper, Quinn Hancock
Little Mister Chilli Pepper, Brentley Shewmaker
(Back Row: L to R) 

Little Miss Chilli Bean, Eliza Friesland
Little Miss Chilli Pepper, Lainey Morris
Miss Grand Pepper, Marilyn Spillman
Little Mister Chilli Bean, Greyson Crowder
(Front Row: L to R)

Calling All Fiery Personalities!

The CHILLIFEST Chilli Pepper Pageants have concluded, and we're already looking forward to spicing things up even more next year!

If you're interested in competing in the Chilli Pepper Pageants for the 40th Anniversary of Chillifest in 2025, please follow our Facebook page, Taylorville Chilli Pepper Pageants, for more information.

Know someone who's got the spice to compete? Share this page, send them to our Facebook page,  Taylorville Chilli Pepper Pageants, and tag them in our posts! They won't want to miss out on this fiery fun. ️

Stay in the loop! Keep an eye on the Chilli Pepper Pageants Facebook page and this webpage for more info . 

Chillifest GRAND PEPPER Pageant

A Fiery Fun Contest! 

Chillifest GRAND PEPPER Pageant Concludes

The 39th Annual Chillifest has come to a close, but the memories will last a lifetime. We invite you to mark your calendars for the 40th Anniversary of Chillifest in 2025 and consider entering the Chilli Pepper Pageants.

Were you unable to participate this year? Don't miss out on the opportunity to spice up your life in 2025! The Chillifest GRAND PEPPER Pageant will be seeking contestants, male and female, aged 65 or older, who are Christian County residents. Entry is FREE!

Contestants will have the chance to participate in the pageant crowning ceremony on the main stage at Chillifest as well as events throught the reigning year if they so choose.

Beyond the Crown: 

Unveiling the Lasting Benefits of Pageants for Young People

While the glitz and glamor of pageants may initially attract young people, the true value lies in the wealth of benefits that extend far beyond the stage. Winning isn't everything – the very act of participating equips young women with essential life skills.

Here's how pageants empower young people to become the best versions of themselves:


Ultimately, pageants offer a platform for participants to compete not against each other, but against their own limitations. The true victory lies in personal growth and self-discovery. So, look beyond the glitter; pageants offer a transformative experience that empowers our young people to become confident, resilient, and successful individuals.