Across Việt Nam, the traditional Áo dài is being reimagined for the Year of the Horse, with designs inspired by momentum, breakthroughs and confidence for the year ahead. From vibrant streets to the studio runway, heritage meets modern creativity in a striking celebration of style and tradition. Watch the spirit of Áo dài come alive in a special studio showcase.
The Cổ Loa traditional wrestling tournament in Đông Anh Commune, Hà Nội, has officially opened, drawing top wrestlers and visitors from across the country. More than a sporting event, it is a cultural tradition passed down through generations.
Five villages – Trà Quế in Đà Nẵng, Tân Hóa in Quảng Trị, Thái Hải in Thái Nguyên, Lô Lô Chải in Tuyên Quang and Quỳnh Sơn in Lạng Sơn – have been honoured by the UN World Tourism Organisation as the World’s Best Tourism Villages. These rural destinations are not only preserving tradition but also creating new development momentum for 2026.
For those who wish to immerse themselves in Việt Nam’s spring season vibe, many traditional events and unique destinations across the country can’t be missed. Festivals in Đồng Mô and Cần Thơ deliver authentic Tết tradition, while the Central Highlands leave a lasting impression on all who visit.
In today’s rapidly changing world, traditional culture is facing both new opportunities and challenges. Preserving heritage, such as culinary arts or painting, while renewing the way it is expressed has become increasingly important in keeping cultural values relevant and visible. These creative approaches show how traditional values can remain relevant, visible and engaging in a globalised world.
Vietnamese traditions are not only preserved by the Vietnamese community in the U.S., but are also being actively kept alive by Vietnamese communities across the U.K. Among those carrying Ví and Giặm heritage abroad is Diana Ngọc Anh, a 10-year-old girl growing up in the UK.
Trấn Thành’s latest film “Bunnie!” is officially a box-office juggernaut, surpassing around 7.7 million US dollars in revenue after just five days of release. With history-making daily earnings, this movie is outrunning the competition and has become one of the fastest-growing Vietnamese titles in the history of the domestic box office.