History of Miss Universe Philippines 2023 in Timeline

Miss Universe Philippines 2023, the pageant's fourth edition, took place on May 13, 2023, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines. The event showcased Filipina beauty and talent, adhering to the Miss Universe Organization's standards.

September 2022: Miss Universe Rule Changes

In September 2022, the Miss Universe organization announced changes to its rules, allowing women to join the pageant regardless of marital status, beginning in 2023.

November 7, 2022: Launch of Search for Miss Universe Philippines 2023

On November 7, 2022, the Miss Universe Philippines Organization officially launched its search for the candidate to represent the Philippines at Miss Universe 2023.

January 29, 2023: Initial Online Application Deadline

January 29, 2023, was the initially set deadline for online applications for Miss Universe Philippines 2023.

February 5, 2023: First Extension of Online Application Deadline

The online application deadline was moved to February 5, 2023, marking the first extension for Miss Universe Philippines 2023 applications.

February 14, 2023: Second Extension of Online Application Deadline

The online application deadline was moved to February 14, 2023, marking the second extension for Miss Universe Philippines 2023 applications.

February 18, 2023: Final Selection and Announcement of Contestants

On February 18, 2023, the final selection took place, and the initial 40 contestants for Miss Universe Philippines 2023 were named.

February 21, 2023: MUO Owner Preference

On February 21, 2023, Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip, the owner of the Miss Universe Organization, stated her preference for each country's delegate to be selected through a separate local pageant.

March 3, 2023: Coronation Date Announcement

On March 3, 2023, the organization announced that the coronation night would be on May 13, 2023, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

April 3, 2023: Ticket Sales Begin

On April 3, 2023, the sale of tickets for the Miss Universe Philippines 2023 coronation night officially began.

April 10, 2023: Swimsuit Challenge

On April 10, 2023, the swimsuit challenge voting started for the Miss Universe Philippines 2023 competition, lasting six days.

April 24, 2023: Jojo Bragais Runway Challenge

On April 24, 2023, the Jojo Bragais runway challenge voting commenced, which was adjusted due to the extension of the previous challenge's voting period.