Responsibilities include:

Parade Weekend – the 69th Steuben Parade Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026 and weekend events

• Friday, Sept. 18th
  • Greeting at City Hall Park, 11:30 am
  • Gala and Silent Auction the evening on the 18th
• Saturday, Sept. 19th
  • St. Patrick’s Cathedral Church Service 9:00 am with breakfast to follow.
  • The Parade steps off at noon immediately followed by an Oktoberfest
• Sunday, Sept. 20th
  • Oompahfest at Plattduetsche Park, Franklin Square, NY)

Criteria:

• Must be a female 18-25 years of age, single, and an American citizen with a German-American Background
• General knowledge and speaking ability of the German language is preferred
• Must be able to participate in the events
• Must be able to attend the Crowning Ceremony events on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at Plattdeutsche Park Restaurant in Franklin Square, NY.

Application and Deadlines:

• Submit application, resume, cover letter, and recent photo by April 20, 2026 via email to: romco.MGA@gmail.com
  *Documents submitted per email should be separate attachments with the applicant’s
  lastname_firstname in the title of the document
  (e.g. LastnameFirstname-MGAapplication, LastnameFirstname-resume,
  LastnameFirstname-photo, RomConnie-MGAapplication, RomConnie-resume, etc.)
• Candidates must participate in person in an interview from 10am-noon on the day of the crowning event. Location to be finalized.
• The Queen and her Court will be presented at the crowning on Sunday, May 17 at Plattdeutsche Park Restaurant in Franklin Square, NY.

The Finalists will Receive:

• $5000 College Scholarship for Miss German-America
• $2500 College Scholarship for each Princess
• A Place of Honor on the Parade Float in New York City
• Special Honors at the Parade Gala & Silent Auction in NYC

The committee is encouraging all eligible candidates to apply!

Here are the applications:

2026 Applicant Letter

2026 Junior Application Interactive

2026 MGA Application Interactive

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All three talented and accomplished young ladies are extraordinary representatives of the rich German-
American heritage and culture that exists in the Greater NY Metropolitan area. They are proud to honor their German and Austrian ancestors and the traditions passed down to them through the years.
The crowning took place at Plattduetsche Park in Franklin Square, NY on Sunday, May 18th, 2025 in front of family, friends and supporters of the German-American Steuben Parade and the German-American Committee of Greater New York. Miss German-America 2025 receives a $5,000 scholarship, each princess will receive a $2,500 scholarship.

In addition to crowning Miss German-America 2025, a Junior General von Steuben, and 2 Junior Princesses were introduced. William Brand-Gikas, of Floral Park, NY is Junior General von Steuben. The Junior Princesses are: Charlotte Brand-Gikas, of Floral Park , NY, and Michaela Miskiewicz from North Bellmore, NY.

Over 110 guests were in attendance, including the Parade’s General Chairman Robert Radske, numerous
Steuben Parade Committee members, members of the German-American Committee of Greater New York and other various Club Presidents and Representatives from throughout the German-American community in the tri-state area.

Miss German-America and her Court have an extensive list of appearances scheduled in and around the
Greater NY Metropolitan area throughout the summer months leading up to the 68th German-American
Steuben Parade. The Court is also looking forward to the Steuben Parade Gala & Silent Auction to be held the evening before the Parade, on Friday, Sept. 19th , 2025, at Current at Chelsea Piers in NYC.

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Each September, Manhattan’s Upper East Side transforms into a sea of colorful dirndls, lederhosen, carnival costumes, traditional outfits, marching bands, and floats, as spectators gather to celebrate centuries of shared history and cultural exchange between Germany and the United States.

The Steuben Parade marches proudly from 68th Street to 86th Street along Fifth Avenue, kicking off at noon sharp. Named for General Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben—whose strategic prowess helped shape the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War—the parade has become a cornerstone event for the German-American community, and a spectacle beloved by New Yorkers of all backgrounds.

But make no mistake: this isn’t just a walk down memory lane. The Steuben Parade pulses with life. From traditional dance groups and precision marching bands to high-energy floats and spectators waving German and American flags in unison, it’s a living, breathing celebration of transatlantic ties.

Leading the Way: 2025 Grand Marshals

This year’s parade is led by two remarkable individuals whose careers highlight the deep connections between Germany and the U.S.

 Till Knorn – German Consul General in New York

Till Knorn’s impressive diplomatic résumé spans continents, from early work in Sri Lanka to a key role at the United Nations in New York. A lawyer by training and Berlin-based by career, he currently serves as Germany’s Consul General in NYC. His presence as Grand Marshal honors both tradition and a forward-looking international partnership.

Till Knorn grew up in Berlin, south of Hamburg and as an exchange student in St. Louis, MO. In 1999, after two years with PricewaterhouseCoopers in Hamburg, he joined the Federal Foreign Office. His first posting abroad was in Colombo, Sri Lanka from 2001-2002. After holding positions in the Federal Foreign Office headquarters in Berlin, he was the Foreign Policy Advisor to the Minister-President of Hessen. After returning to the Federal Foreign Office, he was posted in New York where he served as the Deputy Head of the Political Section at the Permanent Mission of Germany to the United Nations. Beginning in 2015, Till assumed leadership roles within the Federal Foreign Office’s protocol section in Berlin, including that of Chief of Protocol in 2020. Since August 2024, he has been the German Consul General in New York.

Gerhard Rossbach – Entrepreneur and Cultural Ambassador

Gerhard Rossbach is the epitome of the self-made businessman. Born in Hamburg in 1944, his career has spanned industries, cities, and decades—from international trade to culinary diplomacy. He founded businesses on both sides of the Atlantic, advised chambers of commerce, judged in Hamburg’s commercial courts, and even helped organize Germany’s Chefs Culinary Olympics. If you’ve ever had a European specialty food product in New York, chances are Gerhard Rossbach had a hand in it.

He is a partner of the Hofbrauhaus in Pittsburgh, PA and has also been a member of the Marine Hotel Association. After the sale of Rossbach International Florida in Miami in 2020, Gerhard Rossbach continues to service as a consultant and continues to be involved with his other businesses and commercial interests. Gerhard has been a long time supporter of the Steuben Parade and even uses his love of photography to volunteer on Parade Day as an official photographer.

Their leadership as Grand Marshals highlights the dual spirit of the parade: formal diplomatic ties and grassroots cultural pride.

Legacy of Legends

The Steuben Parade has a tradition of honoring bold, trailblazing figures. Past Grand Marshals include:

• High-wire daredevil Nik Wallenda of the Flying Wallendas

• Nobel Laureate and former U.S. Secretary of State Dr. Henry Kissinger

• Supermodel and entrepreneur Carol Alt

• Yankees icon George Steinbrenner

• Pop culture icon Dr. Ruth Westheimer

• CNBC journalist Contessa Brewer

Each brought their own unique story to the parade—and their presence underscored the richness and diversity of the German-American experience.

Come for the Parade, Stay for the Celebration

Of course, the parade is just the beginning. After the last band marches past 86th Street, the celebration continues at Oktoberfest NYC at Summer Stage in Central Park, complete with beer, bratwurst, music, and community. Whether you have German roots or just a love of culture, the Steuben Parade is your invitation to be part of something meaningful, festive, and uniquely New York.

Details at a Glance:

• What: 68th Annual German-American Steuben Parade

• When: Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM

• Where: Fifth Avenue from 68th to 86th Street

So dig out your best Tracht, bring your camera, and join thousands of revelers in celebrating a bond that stretches across the Atlantic—and across generations.

We’ll see you on Fifth Avenue. Prost!

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Although the events were fun, the aspect I was most thankful for was getting to know the amazing people I spent time with. Spending time with Miss German America, Isabella Caico, and Princess Gillian was wonderful. We have many memories together and became close friends. We are all extremely proud to be German Americans and share our culture together. Whether dancing the Fliegerlied at Plattdeutsche Park or eating our favorite German foods, we shared our culture and had the best time together.

My experience on the Miss German America Court was incredible and I hold many memories with my German friends and family. I am grateful to have a supportive and loving family that attended most of the events with me and made my year so special. My parents, sister, Oma and Opa were always there to support me, attending many of the events and helping me with anything I needed. I hope the next court has an incredible and memorable time, and I wish them all the best! I am excited to march in the next German American Steuben parade in September, continuing to represent my beautiful culture.

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As a longtime supporter and attendee of the Steuben Parade, I was very excited to submit
my application and be selected for the Miss German-America Court at the crowning in May! It
was always a joy of mine to attend the Parade when I was a little girl and see the various floats,
listen to the various bands, and watch the groups from the tri-state area and overseas march. As I
got older, I realized it was much more than just floats and bands at a Parade, it was the pride of
one’s German heritage that brought everyone together at this event. Seeing this at each and every
parade that I have attended throughout my life has made me have a greater appreciation for my
German-American and Gottscheer heritage.

This past year has been nothing but amazing. The people I met throughout this
experience are connections and friendships that will last a lifetime, especially with Queen Bella,
Princess Allison and the best juniors Michaela, Annabelle and Max. I was honored to meet our
Grand Marshall, Armand Laschet, German Consul General of New York Till Knorn,
and Colonel Joerg Dronia, German Armed Forces Command US and Canada. With every event
that I attended throughout the summer and during parade weekend, I found little moments that
made the events so much fun. From dancing to Anton aus Tirol in the rain with Bella at the
Kolping on the Hudson Oktoberfest, making fun TikTok videos with Allison at numerous events,
and watching how excited Michaela, Annebelle and Max were to exchange pins from the various
groups during the Parade, every moment became a lasting memory for me.

Parade weekend was one of the best weekends I have ever experienced. From the early
morning wakeup to head to Foley Square for the Greeting of the Groups from Overseas, dancing
the night away at the gala with Die Heimatklänge, mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, watching the
various groups perform and march with their groups at the Parade, the Oktoberfest in Central
Park and ending the weekend at Plattduetsche Park for Oomphafest; it was such an exciting and
fun-filled weekend.

I want to thank my family and friends for their support throughout the year and for
joining me at many of the events that I attended, as well as instilling in me a lifelong
appreciation for my German and Gottscheer heritage throughout my life. It has been a great
honor of mine to be a spokeswoman for an event that has brought me so many fun memories
ever since I was little, and passing on that joy to the younger generation through this experience.
To the next court, I wish you nothing but the best in this experience. You will meet people that
will become lifelong friends and create memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t forget to capture
those lifelong memories with one click of the camera!

Looking forward to marching up 5th Avenue for the 68th German-American Steuben Parade! I’ll
be waving on as Division Marshall for the Gottscheer Division!

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My year as Miss German America has been nothing short of incredible. I have connected with people from all over the world. I danced my way through the summer with new friends and old friends alike, enjoying all the German cuisine and Oompah music along the way. Memories made during parade weekend will stay with me for a lifetime – like watching all of the groups from overseas perform at the City Hall Greeting, speaking with our Grand Marshall- Armin Laschet, at the Gala, enjoying the view of the parade from the Grandstand on 5th Avenue, or partaking in all of the festivities at the Central Park Oktoberfest following the parade.

This last year could easily be described as a whirlwind, but I am forever grateful for the little moments shared with those around me. From Bavarian dancing with Princess Gillian and members of Original Enzian at the Long Island Bavarian Festival, to walking around and meeting attendees at Eisenhower Park with Princess Allison on German Night, to filming Instagram Reels with the iconic juniors Annabelle, Michaela, and Max. The people that I have gotten to know along the way will leave a lasting impression on my life.

I could go on about all of the people that made this experience unforgettable; however, I would be remiss not to thank my family for their unwavering support, and for instilling in me the importance of our culture and heritage. With that in mind, I’d like to specifically acknowledge my Oma, who drove me around to events all those years ago and who, to this day, continues to accompany me at various events, encouraging me and cheering me on all the while. She even became a social media icon along the way (check out the @Miss.German.America Instagram account)! I feel incredibly fortunate to have shared such a unique and meaningful experience with my Oma and the rest of my family.
I would also like to thank Connie Rom, the Miss German-America Chairlady, for constantly supporting and instilling confidence in me and the other members of this court. I feel very privileged to have had Connie guiding me every step of the way throughout this experience.
Representing the German-American community alongside the 67th Steuben Parade court has been the opportunity of a lifetime. As I prepare to close this chapter of my life, I am filled with bittersweet emotions.
To the next Miss German America and her court – if I can offer any advice, it is this:
1. Keep an open mind. There is so much to learn.
2. Take mental pictures of everything – especially on Parade weekend; you’ll blink, and it will be over.
3. Always drop what you are doing and dance when the band starts playing Anton.
With so much gratitude and fondness for my year as Miss German-America, I look forward to proudly marching in the 68th Steuben Parade on September 20th, 2025.

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