Cultural, art activities celebrate Hanoi’s Liberation Day
A string of cultural and art activities will take place in October in Hanoi to mark the 64th anniversary of capital city’s Liberation Day (October 10).
A string of cultural and art activities will take place in October in Hanoi to mark the 64th anniversary of capital city’s Liberation Day. (Photo:vietnamembassy.org)
Hanoi (VNA) - A string of cultural and art activities will take place in October in Hanoi to mark the 64th anniversary of capital city’sLiberation Day (October 10).
The highlights are a Hanoi cuisine festival, a singing contest and a theatrefestival, according to the Hanoi municipal Department of Culture and Sports.
The 2018 Hanoi Cuisine Culture Festival will take place from October 5 to 7 atthe Thong Nhat park, honouring and promoting typical food of Hanoi to domesticand foreign visitors.
Pham Thi Lan Anh, head of the Heritage Management Division under the municipalDepartment of Culture and Sports, said the event will introduce the history oftraditional trades relating to cuisine and the cuisine performance process aswell as cooking utensils and materials, and famous cooks’ know-how in creatingspecial cuisine.
Many kinds of traditional and typical food of Hanoi will be introduced at theevent, including pho, vermicelli, com (green sticky rice), xoi(steamed sticky rice), and gio cha (steamed ground meat).
During the festival, there will be an exhibition area that features the elegantstyle of the Hanoians in enjoying the cuisine. In addition, visitors will beable to exchange ideas and taste Hanoi cuisine with artisans, researchers inHanoi, as well as join a number of traditional arts and games.
Besides, the final round of the 2018 Hanoi Singing Contest will take place onOctober 10 with the competition of 10 outstanding contestants.
Launched in July, the contest drew 400 contestants.
The contestants showed their talent in three main genres – chamber, folk andlight music.
As part of activities to mark the 64th anniversary of Hanoi’s Liberation Day,the Hanoi stage festival 2018 will take place from October 4-9 with theparticipation of 10 art units.
The artists will provide the audience with 10 classical opera, cai luong (reform)and drama performances.-VNA
As many as 139 photos depicting the suburban life in Hanoi are being displayed at an exhibition which opened at 45 Trang Tien Street, downtown the capital city on August 3.
The Seafood Fair will take place in Hanoi from October 6-10, a representative of the Trade Promotion Centre for Agriculture under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development told a press conference on September 28.
It is the first time that the country is to hold a G1-level tournament which is expected to lure more than 100 athletes of 15 countries and regions at Go Vap Gymnasium.
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
A string of cultural and art activities will take place in October in Hanoi to mark the 64th anniversary of capital city’s Liberation Day. (Photo:vietnamembassy.org) 
