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Dong Thap to hold lotus festival

The southern province of Dong Thap has announced plans to organise a second lotus festival in May.

Vessels in Ha Long Carnival to perform, not to serve tourists: Authority

The Quang Ninh provincial Department of Transport has asked the administration of Ha Long city not to license the tourist vessels performing at the Ha Long Carnival 2024 to serve tourists during the programme due to safety concerns.

Carnaval Ha Long 2024 woos visitors with fireworks show on sea

For the first time, a floating stage will be formed off the Bai Chay beach with about 200 vessels. Besides fireworks, the event will also feature drone and LED displays.

Vietnamese beauty judges Miss Eco International 2024

Nguyen Thanh Ha, the winner of Miss Eco International 2023, is currently working as a member of the judging panel of the beauty pageant’s 2024 edition which is being held in Egypt in April.

Miss Eco Teen Int'l 2021 opens debut concert of Saigon Int'l Student Orchestra

The Saigon International Student Orchestra (SISO) made their first public appearance with a debut concert held at VOH Music One - Opera House in HCM City.

Art programme highlights significance of Dien Bien Phu Victory

The event was attended by Minister of National Defence Phan Van Giang, Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung, among others.

Vietnam joins ASEAN Film Festival in London

Vietnamese film “Story of Pao” by director Ngo Quang Hai will be shown at the ASEAN Film Festival 2024 which opened in London on the night of April 22.

Hanoi to let off fireworks on Capital Liberation Day

Fireworks are set to illuminate the skies over six venues across the capital from 9 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. on October 10 as a way of marking its 70th Liberation Day, as decided on April 23 by the Hanoi Municipal People’s Committee.

HCM City: Second banh mi festival slated for May

Ho Chi Minh City will host the second banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) festival on May 17-19, aiming to promote the Vietnamese cuisine which has grown in popularity among foodies from around the globe.

VN director among winners of Documentaries without Borders In'tl Film Festival

Unveiling life snippets of elderly couples living in the Bến Sắn leper colony in the southern province of Bình Dương, the 30-minute documentary conveys the message of hope and optimism within the depths of their pain.

Concert to honour Dien Bien Phu victory

Artists from the Vietnam Contemporary Art Theatre will perform at a concert on May 4 to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Concert to honour Dien Bien Phu victory.

Traditional Cuisine Week 2024 to attract tourists to Hue

The Hue Traditional Cuisine Week 2024 is scheduled to take place from April 27 to May 1 to provide local and foreign visitors with a wide range of fun activities during the coming five-day holiday.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (April 22-28/2024)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from April 22 to 28.

VCCA introduces a digital exhibition of cubist masterpieces

Vincom Center for Contemporary Art (VCCA) opened a digital exhibition called "Re-creating the photographs" on Saturday, introducing a treasure of more than 130 classic works of cubism.

Museums free on National Reunification Day

State-owned museums will offer free entry to the public in HCM City, as part of the city’s activities to celebrate the 49th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on April 30.

Artist revolutionises Vietnamese glass painting

With his skill and creativity, Pham Hong Vinh has transformed delicate glass panels into timeless works of art.

There’s nothing boring about board games

Board games have been a popular pastime for centuries, but in recent years, they have experienced a resurgence in popularity. People of all ages are rediscovering the joy of sitting down with friends and family to play a game together.

Young Vietnamese rapper creating viral hits

Phao, also known as Northside Phao, whose real name is Nguyen Dieu Huyen, has showcased exceptional skills in fast-flow rap and talent in songwriting, which earned her second place in the competition.

French auction house to open office in Vietnam

Millon Vietnam under the French Millon Auction House will be the first European auction house representative office in Vietnam.

National archive on Dien Bien Phu campaign

The national archives on the Dien Bien Phu campaign and the Geneva Conference in 1954 have been made public for the first time on the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory and the signing of the Geneva Accords.