# Miss Universe 2026 contestants arrive in Puerto Rico ahead of November final

Miss Universe 2026 contestants begin arriving in Puerto Rico for the 75th edition competition.

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Contestants for the 75th Miss Universe 2026 pageant began arriving at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in Carolina, Puerto Rico on Sunday. [^1][^3][^5]

The Miss Universe 2026 final coronation gala will be held 24 November at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot. [^2] Approximately 120 candidates are expected to compete in the Miss Universe 2026 pageant. [^4] Jennifer Barreto received a public send-off event at Plaza Las Américas the prior week before contestant arrivals. [^6]

## What this stands on

1. Contestants for the 75th Miss Universe 2026 pageant began arriving at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in Carolina, Puerto Rico on Sunday. (El Nuevo Día, News)
2. The Miss Universe 2026 final coronation gala will be held 24 November at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot. (El Nuevo Día, News)
3. Jennifer Barreto, Miss Universe Puerto Rico 2026, stated on 8 November 2026 that all her preparation for the Miss Universe finals is complete. (Primera Hora, News)
4. Approximately 120 candidates are expected to compete in the Miss Universe 2026 pageant. (El Nuevo Día, News)
5. Jennifer Barreto, Miss Universe Puerto Rico 2026, is officially welcoming arriving contestants on behalf of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company. (El Nuevo Día, News)
6. Jennifer Barreto received a public send-off event at Plaza Las Américas the prior week before contestant arrivals. (Primera Hora, News)

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