Hát Bội lives on in Đồng Nai Province

26/02/2026
03:21

In Đồng Nai Province, artists are working to preserve Hát Bội, the traditional form of classical drama that once thrived across southern Việt Nam, by passing their craft on to younger generations. At An Hòa Communal House in Biên Hòa City, performers and residents recently gathered for a rare and vibrant staging, highlighting ongoing efforts to keep the centuries-old art alive.

Youth rediscover culture behind horseback archery

Youth rediscover culture behind horseback archery

Culture 02:32

In Hà Nội, more young people are taking up horseback archery. They are drawn not just by the thrill of the sport, but also by its link to Vietnamese history and heritage. One local club is now working to turn that ancient practice into a living cultural experience for a new generation.

Michelin spotlights Việt Nam’s culinary riches

Michelin spotlights Việt Nam’s culinary riches

Culture 03:00

For chefs, it is the equivalent of the Oscars. For diners around the world, it is a trusted guide to exceptional food. On 4 June, all eyes are on Hà Nội as the Michelin Guide in Việt Nam unveils its latest selection, revealing the restaurants that won over its anonymous inspectors and offering a glimpse into a dining scene gaining global recognition.

Nhơn Hải’s golden sargassum lures visitors

Nhơn Hải’s golden sargassum lures visitors

Culture 01:47

From May to July each year, the coastal waters of Nhơn Hải, in Quy Nhơn Đông Ward, Gia Lai Province, enter their beautiful sargassum season

Đà Nẵng Asian Film Festival set for late June

Đà Nẵng Asian Film Festival set for late June

Culture 00:54

The Đà Nẵng Asian Film Festival (DANAFF) returns for its fourth edition from 28 June to 7 July, bringing together filmmakers, artists and audiences from across Asia and beyond. This year's festival features 102 films and around 200 screenings, alongside special programmes highlighting Asian cinema and a spotlight on American film.

Taste of Mekong Delta in Hồ Chí Minh City

Taste of Mekong Delta in Hồ Chí Minh City

Culture 02:37

The Southern Fruit Festival is underway at Suối Tiên Theme Park in Hồ Chí Minh City. The annual event brings together tropical fruits, traditional food and cultural experiences from Việt Nam's Mekong Delta. For many visitors, it's a chance to discover the region without leaving the city.

FORESTIVAL 2026 blends music with conservation

FORESTIVAL 2026 blends music with conservation

Culture 01:55

This year's FORESTIVAL 2026, with the theme “Dawn Warriors”, has brought tens of thousands of visitors to Ninh Bình province, where music, heritage and nature come together in a message of forest protection. With modern performances set against an ancient landscape, the festival invites young audiences to see nature not just as a backdrop, but as something worth protecting.