A new queen will be crowned on May 2, 2026, as Miss Universe Philippines returns for another highly anticipated coronation night at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Beyond the prestige attached to the title, the next winner will carry the responsibility of representing the country at the 75th edition of the Miss Universe pageant.
The global event is set to take place in November 2026 at the José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum in San Juan, Puerto Rico—marking the fourth time the island will host the global competition.
The journey to the crown has already been underway for weeks, with the competition intensifying through a series of pre-pageant activities designed to test not just beauty, but communication skills, stage presence, and overall consistency.
Closed-door interviews began on April 19 and are set to conclude tomorrow, April 25, 2026.
With coronation night fast approaching, here’s everything to know about Miss Universe Philippines 2026—from schedule and ticket details to voting mechanics and frontrunners.
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SETTING AND SCHEDULE
The grand finale of Miss Universe Philippines 2026 will take place on:
- Date: May 2, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM (Philippine time)
- Venue: SM Mall of Asia Arena
The venue has long been a staple for major entertainment and pageant events, capable of hosting thousands of spectators for what is expected to be a sold-out show.
Leading up to coronation night, delegates have participated in a month-long series of activities, including the swimsuit and evening gown preliminaries, as well as national costume showcases and sponsor-driven appearances.
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HOW TO VOTE AND PARTICIPATE
Audience participation continues to play a major role in Miss Universe Philippines 2026 through its partnership with Maya app, which serves as the official voting platform.
Voting is divided into two phases: preliminary voting and live scoring during coronation night.
Preliminary voting
Fans can support their chosen candidates through:
- Free votes – Available to users with upgraded Maya accounts, allowing limited daily votes at no cost
- Paid votes – Additional votes that can be purchased using a Maya Wallet during the preliminary rounds
Live scoring during coronation night
A more interactive feature is introduced: the live scoring, which allows viewers to rate candidates in real time.
To access this feature, a Premium Pass must be purchased on or before May 2, 2026.
Once activated, users can assign scores ranging from 1 to 10 as candidates walk the runway across different segments of the competition.
Scores may be adjusted until the last candidate in each round has completed her walk, after which submissions are finalized.
Voting mechanics
Participation in the voting process follows a structured in-app system:
- Access the Miss Universe Philippines section within the Maya app.
- Review and accept the platform’s terms and conditions.
- Select a preferred candidate through search or browsing.
- Allocate votes using either free credits (for eligible accounts) or paid options.
- For paid transactions, ensure sufficient wallet balance to confirm the vote,
For live scoring:
- Open the Maya app during the coronation broadcast.
- Purchase and activate the Premium Pass
- Follow the in-app prompts for each scoring round.
- Rate candidates individually as they appear onstage.
This system allows fans to support their favorite candidate in real time, combining traditional judging with audience-driven input.
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MISS UNIVERSE PHILIPPINES 2026: TICKET PRICES
Tickets for the coronation night are available via SM Tickets.
Seating categories and prices are as follows:
- SVIP Reserved Seating – PHP 11,300.00
- VIP Premium Reserved Seating – PHP 8,000.00
- VIP Regular Reserved Seating – PHP 5,700.00
- Box Premium Reserved Seating – PHP 2,100.00
- Box Regular Reserved Seating – PHP 800.00
Important ticket guidelines
To ensure security and prevent fraudulent transactions, ticket purchases must comply with strict verification requirements:
- The name on the SM Tickets account, credit card, and valid government ID must match
- Tickets can only be redeemed by the cardholder who completed the purchase
- Redemption through a representative is not permitted
These measures are in place to protect buyers and maintain the integrity of ticket transactions.
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DELEGATES
Reigning Miss Universe Philippines Ahtisa Manalo is set to pass on her crown to her successor from a pool of 51 candidates officially unveiled by the organization in February 2026.
Representing various provinces, cities, and Filipino communities abroad, this year’s roster reflects a diverse mix of backgrounds, professions, and advocacy-driven platforms.
Throughout the competition, the number of delegates appearing in certain activities has varied due to selection cuts at different stages.
These shifts are part of the pageant’s evolving format, which gradually narrows down the field ahead of coronation night.
From preliminary rounds to sponsor showcases and press presentations, delegate groupings have reflected the ongoing selection process.
Current Fan-Favorites and Front-Runners
Based on the latest voting updates via the Maya app as of April 23, 2026, the current Top 10 candidates are:
- Jayka Noelle Munsayac – San Jose, Negros Oriental / Filipino Society of Bellevue, Washington
- Charieze Lianne Cacayorin – Ilocos Norte / Filipino Society of Hawaii
- Alexandria Colmenares – Negros Occidental
- Jencel Cana – Cavite
- Erica Jean Cadayday – Camiguin
- Neil Silva – Occidental Mindoro
- Jacqueline Aluning – Nueva Vizcaya / Filipino Society of Washington
- Alexandra Krishna Orino – Albay
- Donna Rein Nuguid – Pangasinan
- Michelle Tantoco Burchell – Nueva Ecija / Filipino Society of United Kingdom
- Bea Millan-Windorski – La Union
- Ysabella Ysmael – Taguig City
- Nicole Borromeo – Cebu Province
- Roxie Baeyens – Baguio City
- Apriel Smith – Cebu City
As in previous editions, online popularity does not always guarantee a final placement, with performance during the live show remaining a decisive factor.
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WHERE TO WATCH MISS UNIVERSE PHILIPPINES 2026
Miss Universe Philippines 2026 will be accessible across multiple viewing platforms.
- Preliminary competitions (Swimsuit and Evening Gown): Streamed via the official YouTube channel of Empire Philippines
- Coronation Night (May 2, 2026):
- Televised live on One PH
- Additional digital streaming options are expected to be announced by the organization
Supplementary coverage, including updates and behind-the-scenes content, has also been made available through partner platforms such as PlayTime Entertainment.