Maria Clara representative Kylie Maraon was crowned as the Queen of Maasin 2023 last August 3, 2023 at Maasin City Gym.
Maraon also garnered the crown as Miss Queen MLhuillier 2023, Queen L Romero, and a cash prize.
The coronation night was composed of showcasing the creative Festival costumes, evening gown competition and the most awaited Question and Answer portion.
On the stage were: Kate Cañon from Sto. Niño as Queen of Maasin Tourism; Christian Casepe from Bagtican as Queen of Maasin Fiesta; Jonie Andres from Asuncion as first runner-up, and Karla Trichada from Basak-Lonoy as second runner-up.
The Queen of Maasin 2023 is the first gay pageant in the city organized by Ajonay Pride LGBTQ group with its President Glen Cutamora.
Photo by Gerald Pantasma