Culture

Crowds of young people dressed in spooky costumes flocked to Nguyen Hue Walking Street and Bui Vien Street in HCM City on October 30, bringing a lively Halloween atmosphere to the city centre.

Two volcanic caves in Lam Dong Province have been recognised as national heritage sites for their distinctive geological formations and scientific value.

Ho Chi Minh City has approved the design for the 2027 Nguyen Hue Flower Street, featuring three themed sections that blend traditional culture, regional identity and modern creativity.

Hanoi will host a concert for 50,000 people at My Dinh National Stadium on November 24 to mark Vietnam Culture Day, featuring music, cultural performances and fireworks.

Hoi An Ancient Town and other destinations across Danang will host a series of cultural festivals and artistic events from November, highlighted by an international lantern festival in December.

Hanoi will stage a special arts programme and fireworks display at My Dinh National Stadium on November 24 to celebrate Vietnam Culture Day 2026.

The Vietnam Jazz Heritage Festival 2026 will take place in Dalat from November 6 to 8, featuring local and international artists as part of the 11th Dalat Flower Festival.

Craftsmen in Hoi An are turning wood salvaged from old fishing boats into furniture and decorative items, giving discarded timber new life while preserving traditional woodworking skills.

The northern province of Phu Tho has announced a year-long programme of cultural, sporting and tourism events in 2027 to commemorate the Hung Kings, honour traditional heritage and attract visitors.

The central city of Hue is stepping up restoration work on several major Nguyen Dynasty heritage sites, with some projects expected to be completed well ahead of schedule.

Resellers are asking up to VND 50 million (USD 1,900) for a pair of BIGBANG Diamond VIP tickets ahead of the group's October 24-25 concerts in Hanoi, more than double the original price.

Bac Ha Commune in Lao Cai Province will host its 2026 Winter Festival from November 14-24, featuring traditional horse racing, ethnic cultural performances and highland markets to attract visitors.

Danang City plans to excavate an ancient wooden shipwreck discovered off Hoi An in 2027, after receiving approval for an emergency archaeological excavation.

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.

Visitors to Halong Bay will soon be able to enjoy traditional folk singing aboard wooden sailing boats, adding a cultural experience to tours of the UNESCO World Heritage site.

Hanoi will host the first Global Craft Village Conservation and Development Festival from November 13-16, bringing together artisans, designers and industry representatives from Vietnam and abroad.