Miss World 2026 contestants gear up for September 5 final in Nha Trang

The contestants began their activities in Khanh Hoa on August 20 after completing earlier stages in Quang Ninh Province and Hai Phong City in the northern region.

From August 20 to September 6, the contestants will take part in a series of activities in Nha Trang, including the Head to Head Challenge, Talent Show, closed-door interviews, Dances of the World, community programs, charity events, and cultural and tourism promotion activities. 

On August 31, the organizers are scheduled to hold a Vietnamese flag-raising ceremony, a tribute to Vietnamese Heroic Mothers, and a charity gala aimed at introducing international participants to Vietnam’s history, national spirit, and cultural values.

The Miss World 2026 grand final is set for the evening of September 5 at April 2 Square in Nha Trang Ward, Khanh Hoa Province, where reigning Miss World Opal Suchata of Thailand will crown her successor.

First held in 1951, Miss World marks its 75th anniversary in 2026.

The pageant promotes its “Beauty With a Purpose” philosophy, with winners taking part in charitable and humanitarian activities worldwide.

Vietnamese contestants have recorded several strong finishes at Miss World, including Tran Ngoc Lan Khue in the top 11, Luong Thuy Linh in the top 12, Do Thi Ha in the top 13, and Do My Linh in the top 40. Linh also won the Beauty With a Purpose award.