Pageant

A pageant is a public entertainment event, often featuring a competition in which individuals, typically women, are judged on various attributes such as beauty, talent, and personality. Pageants can also include elements like modeling, interviews, and performances. These events often culminate in the crowning of a winner, who may receive titles and prizes. Pageants may focus on specific themes or causes, such as promoting community service, cultural heritage, or social issues. The term can also refer to elaborate public displays or performances that celebrate historical events or artistic achievements.