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Hackensack is a unique and diverse city on the verge of a Renaissance. We are home to the Bergen County Judiciary, County Government, world-renowned medical center and nationally-recognized educational institutions. The city is conveniently situated along Routes 4, 17 and 80 and is also served by two NJ Transit train stations providing frequent service to NYC via Hoboken and Secaucus. Our downtown bus transfer station provides access to virtually anywhere. Our history dates back to the 1600’s and General Washington was briefly headquartered here during his famous 1776 Retreat. 45,000 people are proud to call Hackensack home.

HOST HOTEL

The Hilton Hasbrouck Heights is pleased to provide specially rate rooms for all
Contestants, Friends & Family attending the 2026 USOA NEW JERSEY Pageants.

Cut-off date for reservations is
OCT 1/25

CLICK HERE FOR ROOM RATES AND RESERVATIONS

NOVEMBER 1ST EVENTS

REGISTRATION & ORIENTATION

LOCATION: HOST HOTEL
FOR CONTESTANTS ONLY

REGISTRATION & ORIENTATION
9:00AM -11:00AM
REHEARSALS 12:30PM - 2:00PM

NOVEMBER 1ST - 2ND, 2025

THE HACKENSACK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

102 STATE ST. HACKENSACK, NJ 07601

NOVEMBER 2ND EVENT DETAILS

FINAL COMPETITION & CROWING

Private Preliminary Judging: 11/1ST/25
USOA TEEN | MISS | MS | MRS New Jersey 2025 contestants

will have a private judging interview with each judge.

Final Competition & Crowning: 11/2nd/25

Single show: Regular Tickets: $65 VIP Tickets: $75

USOA NEW JERSEY PAGEANTS 2026

ALL DIVISIONS' Final Show – 2:00PM

If you would like a closer view, then the VIP Admission is the ticket you want to buy! A VIP admission ticket allows you to sit on the first 4 rows seats in the theater for the final show.

Please Note:

Tickets are only available for purchase online or at the door.

We are unable to take reservations or sell tickets by phone or email.

Tickets are sold on first come, first serve basis.

Children 1 and under that will not occupy a seat do not require a ticket.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS

Judges panel

JAY DOW

MICHELLE CAMPODONICO

JACK RAMOS

Hosts

Erica Odoemene ( USOA Miss New Jersey 2024)

“Diana Meyer proudly holds the title of United States of America’s Mrs., making history as the first-ever representative from New Jersey to win the national pageant. She earned this honor after representing the Garden State as United States of America’s Mrs. New Jersey at the national competition in Las Vegas, Nevada.

A true embodiment of the United States of America Pageants’ motto—Empower Women, Inspire Others, Uplift Everyone—Diana exemplifies what it means to be a Brand Ambassador. As United States of America's Mrs. New Jersey, she made over 85 high-impact appearances across the country, volunteering 170 hours and traveling more than 10,000 miles. In just her first four months as the national titleholder, she has made over 40 appearances, volunteered more than 100 hours and traveled 5,000 miles. Diana has also found unprecedented success in growing United States of America Pageants by recruiting contestants and Partners nationwide.

Diana and her husband, Sergeant First Class Joshua Meyer, reflect the core values of the American spirit—service, strength, and unity. Together, they live on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey, a military community deeply rooted in those principles.

Professionally, Diana brings over eight years of business development experience and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication from St. John Fisher University in Rochester, New York. She currently works at Paychex, a nationally recognized leader in human capital management solutions. In her role, Diana supports employers across the country by implementing competitive 401(k) retirement plans, promoting long-term financial wellness for employees.

Ten years ago, Diana founded "Reaching for a Fearless Future", a youth-driven initiative dedicated to helping teens build confidence and realize their potential. Through this platform, she has volunteered over 900 hours, reaching more than 4,500 students across 80 schools and 60 Girl Scout troops nationwide. Her mission is personal—she strives to be the woman she once needed growing up, a calling that led her to USOA long before she wore the crown.

A dedicated athlete, Diana runs a 5K every single day and proudly partners with Planet Fitness to encourage women to prioritize their physical and mental well-being. Outside of fitness, she is a classically trained flutist, enjoys homemade pizza nights with Josh, and even finds thrill in skydiving.”

DAYANEIRIS BURTON

is a passionate entrepreneur, pageant director, and community leader dedicated to empowering women to embrace confidence, purpose, and leadership. As the State Director for the USOA New Jersey and New York Pageants, she has created platforms that celebrate diversity, community service, and personal growth.

Beyond pageantry, Dayaneiris is a driven businesswoman and advocate for community impact. Her work reflects a deep commitment to inspiring others to pursue their goals fearlessly while giving back to their communities. With her dynamic leadership and unwavering dedication, she continues to shape spaces where women can shine authentically and make a difference.