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Ancient boats found in Bac Ninh offer clues to early river trade

Seeds and fruit remains recovered from two nearly 2,000-year-old wooden boats in Bac Ninh Province may offer new insights into ancient river trade.

Traditional folk singing to feature on Halong Bay sailing tours

Hanoi to host first global craft village festival in November

Lao Cai opens Muong Lo cultural festival

The 2026 Muong Lo Cultural and Tourism Festival opened in Nghia Lo Stadium in Lao Cai Province on the evening of October 16, attracting nearly 10,000 residents and visitors.

Ho Citadel and Lam Kinh offer free entry for Vietnam Culture Day

Visitors to Ho Citadel and Lam Kinh historical site in Thanh Hoa Province will enjoy free admission on November 23-24 to mark Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day and Vietnam Culture Day.

BIGBANG tickets in Hanoi sell out as resale market heats up

Demand for BIGBANG’s two Hanoi concerts remains high, with additional official tickets selling out within an hour and resale listings growing more active.

Hanoi to launch digital platform showcasing 28 heritage sites

Hanoi will launch a digital platform on October 18, allowing visitors to explore 28 heritage sites through interactive maps, QR codes and historical archives.

Ancient artefacts unearthed at Ninh Binh construction site

A family in Ninh Binh Province has discovered six pottery jars believed to date back to the Tran Dynasty (13th–14th centuries) while digging foundations for a new house.

Dalat to host Vietnam Jazz Heritage Festival in November

Dalat will host the inaugural Vietnam Jazz Heritage Festival from November 6 to 8.

Lao Cai to stage fireworks at Muong Lo festival opening

Lao Cai Province will stage a low-altitude fireworks display at the opening of the Muong Lo Culture and Tourism Festival 2026 on October 16.

15,500 runners join race supporting red-crowned crane conservation

More than 15,500 runners took part in the VPBank Dat Sen Hong Music Marathon 2026 in Dong Thap on October 11, with organisers pledging USD 3,850 to support red-crowned crane conservation.

Quang Tri to host week-long culture and tourism festival

Quang Tri Province plans to hold a cultural and tourism festival from November 24 to 30, featuring hot-air balloons, performances and heritage activities to promote its major attractions.

Hanoi to build 4,000-square-metre cultural hub in Old Quarter

Hanoi has begun work on a nearly 4,000-square-metre cultural industry centre in the heart of its Old Quarter, aiming to create a new space for culture and creativity.

Trung Ha green rice festival to showcase Tay heritage

The 2026 Trung Ha Green Rice Festival will take place in Tuyen Quang Province from October 9-11, showcasing Tay traditions and promoting community-based tourism.

1,200-year-old stone statue found at Hai Van Pass relic site

Archaeologists have uncovered a sandstone statue believed to date to the eighth century at a historic site beneath Hai Van Pass in Danang.

Coach Kim Sang Sik: "I apologise to Vietnam fans"

Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik took full responsibility after his side lost 1-0 to Malaysia in the FIFA ASEAN Cup third-place play-off in Indonesia on October 5.

Vietnam lose FIFA ranking points after Malaysia defeat

Vietnam lost 6.33 FIFA ranking points after a 1-0 defeat by Malaysia in the ASEAN Cup third-place play-off on October 5.

Nearly 900 athletes join SUP board and dragon boat race on Hanoi lake

Nearly 900 domestic and international athletes raced SUP boards and dragon boats on West Lake ahead of the 72nd anniversary of Hanoi's Liberation Day.

Dong Thap to host Dong Hoa Hiep heritage festival

Dong Thap Province will host the seventh Dong Hoa Hiep Ancient Village Culture and Tourism Festival from November 19-22 under the theme 'Colours of Heritage'.