HCM City events mark Vietnam Cultural Day with fireworks, 3D mapping
VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City has issued a plan to host a string of events celebrating Vietnam Cultural Day (November 24), running continuously from November 18 to 24, 2026.
The celebrations will also mark the 96th anniversary of the Traditional Day of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, the Great National Unity Festival on November 18, and Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day on November 23.
The highlight features artistic fireworks displays, 3D mapping projections, and diverse cultural programs linked with Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day and the Great National Unity Festival.
Aiming to implement Resolution No. 80 of the Politburo on cultural development, the city is bringing cultural experiences closer to the public through various community initiatives. At Nguyen Hue Walking Street, the Great National Unity Festival - Colors of Vietnamese Culture is set to take place from November 18 to 24, incorporating artistic performances, sports, and exhibitions that highlight the cultural identities of local communities.
Concurrently, propaganda painting and art exhibitions will be held from November 18 to 25 across Chi Lang Park, Dong Khoi Street, and exhibition houses in Saigon Ward, alongside displays at Nguyen Du Park Street in Thu Dau Mot Ward and the Revolutionary Traditional House in Vung Tau Ward.
In Con Dao Special Zone, the Con Dao Legend Book Fair will run from November 19 to 22, combining reading activities with historical learning.
The program features document displays, a "Human Library" talk show with former political prisoners, and the establishment of community and digital libraries. Additionally, state-managed museums, historical sites, theaters, and circuses are offering free or discounted admission throughout the week, while private arts venues are encouraging preferential rates for students, workers, and tourists.
Artistic highlights include 3D mapping projections on Vietnamese culture and history, running from November 21 to 24 in front of the City People's Committee headquarters and the Rex Hotel.
On November 23, the kickoff art performance for the Hozo International Music Festival 2026 will transpire at Saigon River Park. The celebration will culminate on November 24 with a live broadcast art show combined with artistic fireworks, connecting Nguyen Hue Walking Street, the New City Central Park in Binh Duong Ward, and Tam Thang Tower Square in Vung Tau Ward.
From November 22 to 24, Nguyen Hue Walking Street will also cover cultural industry spaces, including the HCM City Setting Film Week, the Female Landscape 2026 program, the HCM City Theater Imprint Space, handicraft zones, OCOP product showcases, and virtual reality heritage experiences.
In addition to these events, the HCM City International Photography Festival will be launched at Le Van Tam Park alongside the art exhibition themed “Ho Chi Minh City- Creative Culture, Shaping the Future” at the Fine Arts Museum.
Hanoi launches activities celebrating first Vietnam Culture Day
Hanoi on October 3 launched activities marking the first Vietnam Culture Day in the capital, under the theme “Thang Long-Hanoi, a thousand years of civilisation - A kaleidoscope of Vietnamese colours.”
