Alongside familiar contest segments, the return of The Grand National Costume is expected to remain one of the competition’s highlights, with designs rich in Vietnamese cultural identity.

According to the organisers, Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 will begin on June 19 with the preliminary round in Ho Chi Minh City. From early July, contestants will enter a series of training activities, interactive programmes and competitive rounds through familiar formats such as “The Grand Talent”, “The Grand Chat” and “The Grand Heat”, where contestants will showcase their personalities, performance skills and communication skills.

In addition to the Vietnam Beauty Fashion Fest scheduled for July 15 and the closed-door interview round on July 21, The Grand National Costume competition on July 27 is expected to be one of the season’s biggest highlights.

The Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 final is scheduled for July 31 to select Vietnam’s representative for Miss Grand International.

Notably, The Grand National Costume 2026 will bring together experienced designers and mentors. The competition serves as a creative platform for young designers while promoting Vietnamese culture through fashion.

This year’s mentors include the Song Toan design duo, comprising Pham Si Toan and Huynh Bao Toan, alongside designers Ivan Tran and Dang Trong Minh Chau. All have become familiar names at major beauty pageants and accompanied Vietnamese contestants at international competitions.

Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 is expected to continue discovering standout contestants while helping Vietnam make a stronger mark at international beauty pageants.

Yen Nhi crowned Miss Grand Vietnam 2025

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