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The Miss World Philippines 2026 candidates brought glamour and good vibes to Malabon during a crowd-drawing motorcade.

Malabon City felt like a live pageant stage on Saturday, January 24, as the stunning candidates of Miss World Philippines 2026 took a break from their intense preliminaries and brought glam, smiles, and positive energy to the streets of the city.

The queens-in-the-making joined a colorful motorcade organized by Hikari Skin Essentials, in partnership with ALV Pageant Circle, transforming Malabon's First District into a festive parade route. Riding on a convoy of pickup trucks adorned with bright balloons and tarpaulins, the candidates waved to cheering Malabeños who lined the streets, eager to catch a glimpse of the country's next beauty queens.

The motorcade kicked off from Malabon CitiSquare Mall along C-4 and rolled through busy roads, with fans shouting, waving, and happily grabbing giveaways and treats tossed from the convoy. The festive procession finally wrapped up at Casa Maria Resto, where the ladies recharged with a hearty lunch.

Miss World PH 2026 candidates with Hikari executives. Courtesy: ALV Pageant Circle

But the fun didn't stop there. The event also doubled as a meet-and-greet with brand distributors, suppliers, and the corporate team. The candidates gamely joined fun games, posed for photos, and even took part in live-selling activities—proving that pageant queens can also slay in the business scene.

Hikari founders Michael Ray Almazan (president) and S. Ralph Lim (CEO) said the event was their way of giving back to the community while supporting the Miss World Philippines Organization's advocacy of charity and compassion. They also celebrated the brand's remarkable growth, which was highlighted by the awarding of a prestigious Superbrands Philippines citation for excellence in branding and leadership.

Adding star power to the afternoon was Malabon Mayor Jeannie Sandoval, who praised the collaboration as a timely boost for culture, tourism, and women's empowerment.

As the coronation night draws closer, the candidates have already breezed through most of the Fast Track Challenges, including Sports, Talent, Head-to-Head, and Beauty With A Purpose.

The road to the crown continues with the Charity Gala Night on January 29, 2026, at the Grand Ballroom of Okada Manila, an evening dedicated to celebrating beauty with a cause.

The much-awaited Miss World Philippines 2026 Coronation Night will be held on February 3, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, where three more major titles will also be awarded: Miss Tourism International Philippines, Miss Global Philippines, and Universal Woman Philippines.

Related gallery: Check out the scenes from the Miss World Philippines press presentation