KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The race for the coveted T’nalak Queen 2026 crown is heating up as 18 aspiring candidates have advanced to the physical screening round, one of the most anticipated highlights of this year’s T’nalak Festival celebration in South Cotabato.
According to T’nalak Queen Committee Chair Francis Cerbo, a total of 22 entries were submitted before the May 25 deadline, with 18 applicants making it to the next stage. The physical screening was held on June 5 at the South Cotabato Gymnasium and Cultural Center in Koronadal City.
Cerbo emphasized that the committee remains committed to selecting deserving candidates who will represent their respective local government units and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community.
The candidates hail from various municipalities across South Cotabato, including Tantangan, City of Koronadal, Polomolok, Tampakan, Lake Sebu, T’boli, Norala, Surallah, Tupi, Sto. Niño, and Banga.
The T’nalak Queen coronation night is set for July 6 at 7:00 p.m. at the Rakrakan Stage in front of the South Cotabato Sports Complex along Alunan Avenue, City of Koronadal. The event is open to the public.
The pageant winner will receive cash prizes, vouchers, and sponsorship packages from various partners including Philippine Airlines, tourism establishments, hotels, and resorts across the SOCCSKSARGEN region.
Stay tuned to phshirt.com for more updates on the T’nalak Queen 2026 pageant and other exciting events from Koronadal City.