The 2025 Miss Asia Pacific International pageant has opened its coronation night for free to the public, and those interested in seeing the show may get the chance to score the limited seats available by registering online.
The 2025 Miss Asia Pacific International coronation night will be held at the Cebu Complex Coliseum on Wednesday evening, Oct. 8, on the delegates’ ninth day in the province and more than a week since a magnitude 6.9 earthquake jolted the island.
‘Scan the QR code to register your interest. Limited seats are now open to the public-don’t miss the most glamorous night of the year!’ the international pageant said when it posted the details on social media on Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 7.
‘Witness history unfold as extraordinary women from across the globe take the stage to shine,’ the Miss Asia Pacific International pageant continued.
Lawyer and beauty queen Eva Patalinjug-Lim, the president of the international pageant, told Inquirer Entertainment, ‘Our coronation events are usually ticketed, but this year is different.’
The pageant has realigned its activities to stand in solidarity with those affected by the earthquake in Cebu. The delegates joined relief missions instead of embarking on a scenic tour of the province, something that had been planned earlier.
‘Because of what happened in Cebu, we want to dedicate this entire season, including our Grand Coronation Night, to the province and its people,’ Patalinjug said.
‘This year, we want to show up for Cebu. Miss Asia Pacific International is one with Cebu,’ she continued.
The delegates packed relief goods for two consecutive days, then distributed aid to the northern Cebu towns of Daanbantayan, Medellin, and San Remigio another day. They also took part in the outreach program of their official shoe provider, extending their mission to four straight days.
Forty-three delegates from around the world are competing for the title in this year’s competition. The Philippines is represented by Anita Rose Gomez, who hopes to become the sixth Filipino woman to win the crown.
The Miss Asia Pacific International is the longest-running global pageant founded in the Philippines, and is among the oldest beauty contests in the country.