2025 Theme: Striking Gold: A Legacy Reignited

Mr & Miss Bohemia Contest

Lil Mr. & Miss Bohemia City Contest

Lil Mr. and Miss Bohemia City Contest

Presented by Zonnie Borg of the Miss Oregon Pageant, the Lil Mr. and Miss Bohemia City Contest is a fun and festive tradition for children ages 4 to 10!

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, July 19
Check-In Time: 11:30 AM at or near the Gazebo
Contest Time: 12:00 PM on the Heritage Stage
Attire: Dress as your favorite pioneer or miner
Age Range: 4 to 10 years old

What to Expect:
• Each participant will receive a number and fill out a short questionnaire at check-in
• A sash, crown, and prize package will be awarded to both the winning Lil Miss and Lil Mr. Bohemia City
• Celebrate creativity, heritage, and community spirit in a charming pageant setting

We’re proud to celebrate our young community members at Spirit of Bohemia Mining Days. Come cheer them on!

✨ Executive Director ✨

Matthew Hewlett

Matthew Hewlett

I got my start at Bohemia Mining Days in 2019 with the Jail Cell Photobooth and helped with the Art Show we hosted that year. Each year since, the Jail Cell Photobooth has been a favorite among the citizens of Cottage Grove. In 2024, I stepped up to lead the Spirit of BMD celebration to ensure the event continued. Now, I am the Executive Director of Spirit of Bohemia Mining Days, a nonprofit dedicated to celebrating Cottage Grove's history, fostering community engagement, and inspiring future leaders through the annual festival and year-round initiatives.