According to the Department of Ethnic Cultures under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the events will bring together about 300 representatives from ethnic minority communities across 34 provinces and cities. They aim to celebrate Vietnam’s Ethnic Culture Day (April 19) and mark the 80th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh’s letter to the Congress of Southern Ethnic Minority Groups (April 19, 1946–2026), while contributing to the implementation of the Politburo’s Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on cultural development.

A highlight will be a national conference on ethnic cultural affairs and a ceremony honouring village elders, artisans and reputable individuals, scheduled for April 17. The event will draw leaders of central agencies, local authorities, researchers, and cultural managers, alongside community representatives.

On the occasion, a wreath-laying ceremony at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and meetings between Party and State leaders and exemplary figures will also be organised, recognising their contributions to preserving and promoting traditional cultural values.

Throughout the three-day programme, visitors will be treated to diverse performances and cultural showcases. Notably, the Vinh Long delegation will present a re-enactment of the Khmer Ok Om Bok (Moon Worship) festival, along with traditional music and craft demonstrations such as making green rice flakes, coconut leaf weaving, and coconut shell art. Exhibitions introducing local tourism, cuisine, publications and One Commune One Product (OCOP) items will also be featured.

The programme “colour of Chu Ru ethnic culture in Lam Dong province” will recreate the Chu Ru new rice celebration ritual (Mo Nhum Bok Koh), along with exchange activities showcasing folk songs, dances, music and traditional crafts.

From Lam Dong province, the Chu Ru community will recreate their new rice celebration ritual (Mo Nhum Bok Koh), accompanied by folk songs, dances, music and craft displays. Meanwhile, representatives from Thanh Hoa province will stage a traditional Thai two-stage wedding ceremony, highlighting unique customs and folk arts.

At the Tay ethnic village, artisans from Quang Ninh province will re-enact the “son trang” initiation ritual, an important ceremony in Then practices, alongside Then singing, Tinh (a traditional stringed instrument) performances, and cultural exhibitions with interactive experiences for visitors.

According to organisers, the activities carry strong political and social significance, reaffirming the Party and State’s consistent attention to ethnic cultural affairs. They also underline the role of artisans and communities in safeguarding cultural heritage, while encouraging broader public engagement in preserving national identity.

The programme is expected to promote intangible cultural values, support tourism development, and provide a platform for ethnic groups to exchange experiences, strengthen solidarity, and foster a vibrant cultural life.

Vietnam ethnic culture day vibrant with activities

The Culture and Tourism Village of Vietnamese Ethnic Groups in Hanoi’s suburban town of Son Tay will host a string of cultural activities to celebrate the cultural day of ethnic groups in Vietnam from April 19-23.