The Tourism Department released the initial calendar of events for the Miss Universe candidates:
- Jan.7 - Two to three candidates will be arriving in Manila.
- Jan.13 - Bulk arrivals of the candidates.
- Jan.14 - Boracay photoshoot.
- Jan.15 - Vigan photoshoot and Filipino Terno Fashion show with designer Albert Andrada.
- Jan.16 - Governor's Ball with Chavit Singson in Manila.
- Jan.17 - Cebu (Swimsuit competition).
- Jan.18 - Baguio photoshoot.
- Jan.19 - Candidates are split into three groups: Batangas, Iloilo and Davao.
- Jan.20 - Dinner event hosted by Solar Entertainment ay Manila Hotel.
- Jan.21 - Fashion show at SMX Manila.
- Jan.22 - Food Festival at Manila Hotel with Pia Wurtzbach and Women Empowerment Night.
- Jan.23 - Courtesy call to Malacañang Palace with Pres.Rodrigo Duterte and National Gift Auction.
- Jan.24 - National Costume Festival.
- Jan.25 and onwards - The candidates will have run-throughs that will end with dress rehearsals at SMX Manila on January 29.
- Jan.30 - Coronation at Mall of Asia Arena.
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