IF THE SHOE FITS Key West Queen of New Years Eve Shoe Drop Pageant: DALLAS!

“IF THE SHOE FITS” is a new national competition offering Drag Performers around the United States, for the first time ever, the chance to become the STAR of the fabulous annual Key West New Years Eve High Heel Shoe Drop, as covered internationally by CNN and entering its 28th year. Presented by Bourbon Street Pub /New Orleans House, The Key West Tourism Development Council and STOLI Vodka, “IF THE SHOE FITS” kicks off its five-city tour in Dallas, where the winner will receive a trip to Key West, Florida for the October 4th, 2025 Finale and a chance to become the NEW “Queen of New Years Eve in Key West and drop down in the "Big Red High Heel Shoe" on December 31st from the balcony of New Orleans House onto the stage in front of Bourbon Street Pub.

RSVP here on Eventbrite to join us at the world-famous Round-up Saloon and Dance Hall and “Come as You Are” to be transported to New Years Eve in Key West with NO COVER, a STOLI Vodka drink ticket for the first 100 people to check-in with their Eventbrite ticket beginning at 7pm, and a fantastic show at 8pm with giveaways and surprises galore.

Judges include:

· Joey Schroeder, creator of the High Heel Shoe Drop and owner Bourbon Street Pub/New Orleans House Key West

· LeeAnne Locken, "Real Housewives of Dallas" star and past "STOLI Key West Cocktail Classic" regional and finale judge and host and Grand Marshall of Key West Pride

· Michael Howard, President Stoli North America

· Terrance Hines, Director of Pageants/Drag Arts Expert

Emceed by Patrik G., co-host of the annual High Heel Shoe Drop and Global LGBTQ+ Ambassador for STOLI

Must be 21+

For inquiries to compete, visit [email protected]

More information at www.facebook.com/iftheshoefitskw

Prizing Courtest of the Key West Tourism Devleopment Council, Bourbon Street Pub, and Island House Key West

Key West Drag Icon SUSHI dropped down in the shoe for 25 years in self-produced gorgeous couture outfits. Now it's time to search the world for a new STAR to take her place!

Host or Publisher If the Shoe Fits Key West