During Tallahassee PRIDEFEST 2011, a new tradition began in Tallahassee! An annual drag pageant was formed – an event designed to highlight the immense talent that exists within Tallahassee and North Florida’s drag community. The process of getting into character as a drag queen or king can take hours. Each performer may aim for a particular style, impression, or unique message with their look. Drag pageants may include individual components focused on overall presentation, talent, or even a focus on evening gowns or formal wear. Drag is a truly recognizable form of art with deep roots in the history of the LGBTQ community.

Take a moment to learn more about the many glamorous performers who have graced the Tallahassee PRIDEFEST stage and have represented our community so well.

2019: Ka’Ziyah Arie-Dior

Ka’Ziyah Arie-Dior was crowned Miss Tallahassee PRIDEFEST in 2019, her second title win. Ka’Ziyah has been an entertainer in the artform since 2016. Her career started off with doing talent shows at one of Tallahassee’s former establishments, Riverfront. Ka’Ziyah is a former Miss Citrus Elite Newcomer 2016. She loves doing hair and stone work and...
2019: Ka’Ziyah Arie-Dior

2018: Marissa Lee

A first-time titleholder, Marissa Lee has been an entertainer, in the artform, since 2016. Her career started off with doing talent shows at Tallahassee’s own 926 Bar & Grill. Marissa makes most of her costumes to include stone and beading of the garments. She enjoys spending time with friends and family as well as traveling.
2018: Marissa Lee

2017: Danity Sanchez

Our 2017 winner, Danity Sanchez, has been an entertainer in the artform for almost 7 years. She is a 12 time titleholder on a state, regional, as well as national level. Currently a graduate student at Florida State University, she has a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Psychology and dance and is pursuing a terminal MFA from FSU's highly acclaimed School of Dance.
2017: Danity Sanchez

2016: Zha’Maria Dior Cassadine

Zha'Maria Dior has been in the drag industry for over 3 years and is a licensed nurse and cosmetologist. She designs her own garments, costumes, hair, and makeup and is a fan of traveling and the outfoors. Her previous titles include Miss Citrus Elite Newcomer 2014 and Emeritus Queen.
2016: Zha’Maria Dior Cassadine

2015: Anye Sanchez

Miss Tallahassee PRIDEFEST 2015 has been entertaining the community since 2005. Now a cast member at 926 Bar and Lounge, her other accomplishments include Miss Capital City, 2nd Runner-up Miss Columbus International, 1st Runner-up Miss North Tri-County, and Miss Tallahassee PRIDEFEST 2015.
2015: Anye Sanchez

2014: Kewesi Alexandria St. James

Miss Kewesi Alexandria St. James was a truly admired entertainer who graced our stage in 2014. Sadly, our community mourned the loss of Kewesi later in 2014. Her previous titles included Miss Black Continental, Miss Georgia At-Large, and Miss Tallahassee PRIDEFEST 2014.
2014: Kewesi Alexandria St. James

2013: Amiyah Chancellor

Taking our crown in 2013, Miss Amiyah Chancellor has been an entertainer in the area for a while now, always wowing the crowd with her beauty. Her previous accomplishments include Miss Capital City Newcomer, Miss Duval Newcomer, Miss Florida Extravaganza, Miss Renaissance Newcomer, and Miss Tallahassee PRIDEFEST 2013.
2013: Amiyah Chancellor

2012: Mya Chanel Lamour

Miss Mya Chanel Lamour has been in the female impersonator entertainment industry for 23 years. Her previous titles include Miss Vogue, Miss Black Palm Beach, Miss South Florida, Miss Malibu's, Miss Queen of Queens, 1st Runner-up Miss Palm Beach, Miss Central South Florida, Miss Black Philly Pride, Miss Picese, Miss Tallahassee PRIDEFEST 2012, and more!
2012: Mya Chanel Lamour

2011: Nina Chancellor

The first to wear our crown, Miss Nina Chancellor has been an icon in the Tallahassee drag community for over 14 years. Her previous titles include Miss Brothers, Miss Southern Black Continental, Miss State Capital, Miss Capital City, and Miss Tallahassee PRIDEFEST 2011.
2011: Nina Chancellor