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America's King Pageant
Super Heroes and Super Villians
I am thrilled to announce that I have been crowned Illinois’ King! I’m excited to represent IL at the national competition in October. This journey has been incredible, and I am grateful for the support and encouragement from my amazing community.
Thank you to everyone who has believed in me and helped me reach this point. I can’t wait to bring my best to the national stage and make Illinois proud! Let’s do this!
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Max E. Pad at America's King
I am thrilled to announce that I have been crowned Illinois’ King! I’m excited to represent IL at the national competition in October. This journey has been incredible, and I am grateful for the support and encouragement from my amazing community.
Thank you to everyone who has believed in me and helped me reach this point. I can’t wait to bring my best to the national stage and make Illinois proud! Let’s do this!
If you’d like to contribute by purchasing specific items, I’ve created an Amazon list with some of the supplies and outfits needed for the pageant, check it out here:
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If you have experience in any of the following and would like to donate your time and services, please let me know: Choreography, Music Editing, Male Modeling, Wig Styling. Your donated time and services would be immensely appreciated!! Let’s collaborate to create something magical!
Sponsors that hep Max E. Pad flow through nationals:
Overnight $200+
Super $100- $199
Regular $50- $99
Light $25 - $49
Panty Liner $10- $24
Every Drop Counts!
This pageant isn’t just about competing; It’s about showcasing the talent and spirit of drag kings and advocating for representation and equality through the art of drag. Your support means the world to me and helps amplify our collective voice.
Thank you from the bottom of my bloody heart for your generosity and support. Together we can make this pageant an unforgettable celebration of art, activism, and community!
Sunday Funday with Central Illinois Friends
Sunday Funday is back in September at this Dining with FRIENDS location! Enjoy 4 local drag entertainers - Theresa Holliday, Max E. Pad, Ashlynn Rose, and WHO?! and $2 wells at Peoria's longest running nightclub, Club Diesel.
Dining with FRIENDS is a yearly fundraiser hosted by Central Illinois FRIENDS in partnership with local bars, restaurants, and cafes. A percentage of the proceeds during the allotted time from this event are donated back to Central Illinois FRIENDS to help us continue to provide free and low-cost services to our community.
Make sure to connect with a member of FRIENDS staff at the restaurant so you can be entered into our Dining with FRIENDS raffle. This year's prizes include 2 tickets to Mardi Gras 2025, a Spa Day Basket and a Happy Hour Coffee Basket!
Drag Me to the Polls
Come on out, register to vote, and bring your friends!!! On Saturday, September 28th, we are encouraging everyone to vote this year at the Fieldhouse Bar and Grill - Drag Me To The Polls! Eat, Drag, Register to Vote with Miss Flo NoMo’, DeCevia Mann, Mae Daye, Max E. Pad, and Artemisia VanHo. Sponsored by Peoria Proud, League of Women Voters, Equality Illinois, and The Fieldhouse Bar and Grill.
All-Star Benefit Show
YAAASSS come on out for a fantastic night at Diesel!! 5 years after Miss Flo NoMo' and Artemisia VanHo went to nationals, they are sending their children (me n Venus)!! Come on out and support your local artists/performers!! We've been working pretty hard to get here, and we sincerely appreciate every bit of support!!
Max E. Pad's Super Heroes
SUPERHEROES!!!! Get ready to September 20th is going to be a night filled with "super" performances from some of the most talented entertainers who are coming together as a few of my heroes to support my journey to nationals. I’m so grateful for their generosity and love—they’re making this dream possible, and I can’t wait to see you all there to share in the fun and excitement.
We are joining Lady G at Sparky's for a drag show to raise funds for my trip to compete for America's King, and I couldn't be more excited to share this experience with all of you!
Your support means the world to me, and I can't wait to represent our community and our state on the national stage. So mark your calendars, invite your friends, and come out for a night of fabulous entertainment, all for a great cause!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being part of this journey with me. Let’s make this night one to remember!
Sharon's Drag Party
Sharon’s Drag Party at The Bistro in Bloomington, IL. Drink, Drag, Dance. DJ Rakestraw. Buck Sallday, Ceduxion Carrington, Zoe Meltdown, Max E. Pad, Sharon Share A Like. $5 cover.
Diesel Divas
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Diesel! Join us for a fabulous drag show hosted by DeCevia Mann and featuring Bentley Balenciaga, Milange Cavalli, Aramiss Mann, and me, Max E. Pad! Expect a night full of energy, laughter, and fabulous performances. Don't miss out on this spectacular event—mark your calendars and come experience the magic!
River City Pride Fest 2024 DRAG WARS
Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to announce that I'll be competing in Drag Wars at River City Pride Fest. Your applause can help me win!! Join us for a day of spectacular performances, fun, and fierce competition. Grab your friends, don your most fabulous attire, cheer loudly, and join me for a night of dazzling performances and unforgettable fun. Your support means the world to me, so come out, make some noise, and let's have an amazing time… with your help, we can bring the house down! See you there, and let's make some noise! 🎉👑 #DragWars #SupportYourKing
Gardenia's Glamazons
🎉‼️FRIDAY, JULY 12 AT CLUB DIESEL‼️🎉
Hey everyone! I'm super excited to share that I will be performing at an incredible show at Club Diesel to support our amazing friend Gardenia in their journey to USofA Newcomer in Dallas! 🌟
A huge shoutout to DeCevia Mann, Billy McKenny, and our fantastic home bar, Club Diesel, for making this all possible. I am beyond grateful to be part of this journey and help this flower get to Dallas! 🥰🥺
We've got an amazing lineup for you:
🔥 Your fabulous hostess who always knows how to turn up the party, DeCevia Mann! 🔥 If you need a hero, just call her name, Mae Daye! 🔥 Yours truly, the recently crowned Illinois America’s King, Max E. Pad! 🔥 The legendary Illinois drag icon and everyone's favorite auntie, Ceduxion Carrington! 🔥 The question on everybody’s lips… Who?!
This show is not just about fun and entertainment; it’s a crucial part of helping our friend and their crew make it to Dallas later in July. So come out, show your support, and let's make this flower BLOOM together! 💙💙
Don't miss out on a night filled with amazing performances and unforgettable moments. See you there! 🌟💃🕺
Blayze's Golden 30 Birthday Drag Show
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🎉 Get ready to celebrate in style! 🎉 Join us for an unforgettable night at Blayze's 30th Birthday Party Drag Show! 🥳✨ We're pulling out all the stops to make this milestone birthday absolutely fabulous, with jaw-dropping performances, glittering costumes, and non-stop entertainment. Come ready to dance, cheer, and party the night away as we honor Blayze's incredible journey to the big 3-0. It's going to be a night of laughter, joy, and fierce drag performances you won't want to miss. Mark your calendar, grab your friends, and let's make Blayze's 30th a birthday bash for the ages! 🎂💃🌟
Slut Walk
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟
I am thrilled to announce that I will be performing at this year's SlutWalk, and donating everything back to JOLT harm reduction! This incredible event is all about promoting gender equality, combating rape culture, and challenging the stigmatization of individuals based on their appearance or sexual behavior. The SlutWalk movement began in 2011 and has grown into a global phenomenon, advocating for the rights of all people to express themselves freely without fear of judgment or violence. It's a powerful demonstration of solidarity and a call for a world where everyone can live authentically and safely.
Join us as we march, speak out, and celebrate individuality. See you there! 💃✨
Donate
Donate
Hey everyone! Our very own Max E. Pad has achieved an amazing milestone by qualifying for the national pageant for Mr. America’s King! 🎉 To make this dream a reality, Max needs our support to cover the expenses for the competition. We’re asking for your generous donations to help with travel, costumes, and other pageant costs. Every little bit helps and brings Max one step closer to the crown. Let’s come together as a community and show our love and support for Max as they represent us on the national stage! Donate now and let’s make this journey unforgettable!