When is Miss Universe 2026? The 75th Miss Universe final is set for Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan. There is no winner yet. The next queen will be crowned that night, and Fátima Bosch of Mexico, the reigning titleholder, will pass on the crown. The finale is just 10 days away.
Here is everything U.S. viewers need to know about the schedule, the broadcasts, the contestants and the drama surrounding this year’s anniversary edition.
When Is Miss Universe 2026? The Full Schedule
The pageant is a week of events, not a single night. These are the key dates, all at the Coliseo in San Juan:
- Saturday, November 21: National Costume Extravaganza
- Sunday, November 22: Preliminary Competition
- Tuesday, November 24: Final competition and coronation
Delegates began arriving in Puerto Rico on November 8, with an official welcome on November 11 at Aguadilla Bay. The ticketed events at the Coliseo are billed as a major tourism moment for the island. Puerto Rico also hosted the pageant in 2002, and visitors can find travel and event details on the Discover Puerto Rico guide to Miss Universe 2026.
What Time Does the Miss Universe 2026 Final Start?
The time depends on which broadcast you choose, so check your local listings.
- Telemundo and Peacock (Spanish): 7 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. CT / 4 p.m. PT
- REELZ (English): 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
The finale runs in the evening and the winner is named near the end of the broadcast. Because the two networks start an hour apart on the East Coast, East Coast viewers who watch the earlier Spanish-language feed could see the result before REELZ airs its English version. Turn off social media alerts if you don’t want spoilers.
Miss Universe 2026 Where to Watch in the U.S.
If you’re searching for Miss Universe 2026 where to watch, you have two main options.
Telemundo and Peacock. Telemundo says the final will air live coast to coast in Spanish, with a simultaneous livestream on Peacock. Telemundo has also named Jacky Bracamontes and Carlos Adyan as lead hosts, according to its official announcement. Peacock requires a paid subscription.
REELZ. The network will carry the English-language production of all three live events, as detailed in its announcement of the broadcast:
- National Costume Extravaganza: Saturday, November 21, at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT
- Preliminary Competition: Sunday, November 22, at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT
- Final: Tuesday, November 24, at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
REELZ is available on cable, satellite and streaming services, through the REELZ+ app, and through a live all-access membership on its YouTube channel. Be cautious of unofficial “free live stream” links, which often turn out to be scams or pirated feeds.
Who Won Miss Universe 2026?
Nobody has won yet, because the final has not taken place. If you see a post claiming a winner, treat it as false. Some low-quality websites have already published bogus “winner” stories, and none of them reflects a real result.
The reigning Miss Universe is Fátima Bosch of Mexico, who won the 74th edition on November 21, 2025, in Thailand. She will crown her successor on November 24. Official results will appear on the broadcasts and the Miss Universe Organization’s channels the moment the winner is named.
How Many Contestants Are Competing?
Organizers and broadcasters say up to 120 delegates are expected, down from earlier estimates of around 130. The field was reduced partly by a franchise dispute, covered below. Fans can also vote for their favorite contestants during the run-up to the final.
The preliminary round is the first big test. Delegates compete in swimwear and evening gown, and the results help determine who advances to the final night. The final then narrows the field step by step until the new Miss Universe is named.
U.S. Contestants to Watch
American viewers will have a few familiar storylines to follow.
Justus Kelley, Miss USA 2026. The 31-year-old Virginia native won the national title in Miami on August 27 and represents the United States in Puerto Rico. She is the first married woman, first mother and first woman in her 30s to win Miss USA, as Newsweek reported. Her history-making win has already made her one of the most talked-about U.S. delegates in years.
Bea Millan-Windorski, Philippines. The Miss Universe Philippines 2026 titleholder was born and raised in Wisconsin and previously represented the United States at Miss Earth 2024. She is a Filipino-American delegate with strong U.S. roots, and the Philippines has won the crown four times.
The Controversy Surrounding This Year’s Pageant
The 75th edition has not been smooth. In September, JKN Universe LLC said franchise agreements held by Miss Universe Eastern, a company led by Thai businessman Nawat Itsaragrisil, were invalid. That put in doubt the participation of delegates from Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Malaysia and Singapore.
Itsaragrisil rejected the claim and said the contestants would still travel to Puerto Rico. Even so, recent reports indicate those six countries will not be represented. The dispute follows last year’s Bangkok controversy, when Bosch was publicly reprimanded at a pre-pageant event and several contestants walked out in support of her.
Separately, some delegates have withdrawn for personal reasons, including Miss Universe Bulgaria after a serious car accident.
What to Watch for Next
Nothing is settled until the crown is placed, so these are the moments to follow:
- November 21: National costumes often become the most-shared fan moments of the week.
- November 22: The preliminary round shapes early frontrunner talk, but it is only a predictor, not a result.
- November 24: The finale will decide the winner, so keep an eye out for any last-minute changes to the lineup or broadcast schedule.
Rankings from fan sites and pageant commentators are opinion, not official outcomes. The only reliable answer to who won Miss Universe 2026 will come after the final night.
Quick Tips for Viewers
- Pick your language. Telemundo and Peacock are in Spanish, while REELZ carries the English production.
- Confirm your channel. Check that REELZ is in your cable or streaming lineup, or set up a Peacock subscription before the night.
- Mind the time zone. The Spanish feed starts at 7 p.m. ET, an hour before REELZ.
- Avoid spoilers. Social media may reveal the winner before the English broadcast reaches you.
Who is your pick to take the crown in Puerto Rico? Share your predictions in the comments and check back for updates as the big night approaches.