As modernisation threatens to wash away traditional culture, artisan Nguyen Huu Hoa and his wife, Meritorious Artisan Nguyen Thi Oanh, are holding the line for Dong Ho folk painting, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.

Tourism ties between China and Vietnam are expected to deepen further following a culture and arts programme held on May 14 at the Chinese Cultural Centre in Hanoi.

VOV.VN - In the century-old Phu Vinh bamboo and rattan craft village in Hanoi, craftsmen are busy completing many environmentally friendly products such as handbags, gift baskets, and rattan furniture to serve the domestic market and export to many countries around the world.

A 1932 painting by Vietnamese artist Nam Son has fetched more than US$1.2 million at a live auction held by the French auction house Aguttes.

VOV.VN - More than 130 contestants from around the world will join Miss World 2026 in Vietnam to help promote the country’s culture and identity, Miss World Chairwoman Julia Morley said at a press conference launching the pageant in Ho Chi Minh City on May 14.

VOV.VN - The Vietnamese Embassy in Denmark has recently promoted Vietnam’s image, culture and tourism at the Diplomatic Bazaar 2026 held at Gentofte Town Hall in Copenhagen.

VOV.VN - The Hoi An World Cultural Heritage Conservation Centre in Da Nang City is organising many activities in response to International Museum Day 2026 (May 18), spreading the value of heritage and strengthening community cohesion through museum spaces and cultural heritage sites.

VOV.VN - Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), a leading global media and entertainment company, has announced that HBO Max will officially launch its direct-to-consumer streaming service in Vietnam on June 16, 2026, marking the completion of the company’s rollout across key Southeast Asian markets.

VOV.VN - As artificial intelligence (AI) tools continue to evolve rapidly, “AI for Life” by Celia Quillian offers a practical look at how generative AI can be applied in everyday life.

Vietnamese Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Lam Thi Phuong Thanh held talks with Lao Minister of Culture and Tourism Suonsavan Vignaket in Vientiane, Laos on May 12 to review their 2021–2025 partnership and set the agenda for 2026-2030.

VOV.VN - US entertainment publication Variety has highlighted “The 10th House” (Trấn yểm), a new horror film by director Tran Huu Tan, known for works including “Vietnamese Horror Story” (Chuyện ma gần nhà), “The Soul Reaper” (Kẻ ăn hồn) and “The Sisters” (Cám).

VOV.VN - Deadline, a Hollywood entertainment news outlet, has reported on Vietnamese film Chớp bóng (Picturehouse), an international co-production between Vietnam, Singapore, France and the United States directed by Nguyen Vo Nghiem Minh.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Festival at Yoyogi 2026 was introduced at a press conference held by the Embassy of Vietnam in Japan on May 12, with organizers describing it as one of the most anticipated annual cultural events for people in Tokyo and surrounding areas, as well as international visitors.

VOV.VN - A Vietnam-the Republic of Korea (RoK) photography exchange exhibition opened at the Dak Lak Museum on May 12 as part of cultural exchange activities between artists from the two countries.

Vietnam’s literary and arts associations are stepping up efforts to turn the orientations of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) into practical initiatives, helping reinforce national unity, preserve cultural identity and inspire aspirations for a prosperous and happy nation.

The Vietnamese pavilion at the 15th Global Harmony Festival, hosted by the Republic of Korea’s Seongnam city administration, attracted large numbers of visitors with activities showcasing Vietnamese culture, cuisine and images of the country and its people.

VOV.VN - Organizers of the Miss & Mister Tourism Vietnam 2026 pageant have announced the Top 50 contestants and introduced the crown and sash collection for this year’s competition.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese coffee expert Le Quang Cuong (Nicky) has made history after winning the 2026 World Cup Tasters Championship in Thailand, marking the first time a Vietnamese representative has claimed the top title at one of the world’s most prestigious coffee sensory competitions.

The Vietnamese Embassy in the Republic of Korea (RoK) has joined the Seoul Friendship Festival 2026 with a booth showcasing Vietnamese culture, cuisine and tourism, attracting a large number of Korean visitors, international friends and the Vietnamese community in the RoK.

A photo exhibition held by the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) during Party General Secretary and State President To Lam's state visit to Sri Lanka on May 7–8 has highlighted the longstanding friendship and close ties between the two countries.

VOV.VN - The Hai Phong Tourism Association, in coordination with the municipal Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, organised the International Golden Chef Competition - Hai Phong Open 2026 as part of activities marking the 71st anniversary of Hai Phong city’s Liberation Day under the Red Flamboyant Festival 2026.

VOV.VN - A digital exhibition featuring nearly 300 photos, documents and rare materials on President Ho Chi Minh was held in Vientiane on May 8 as part of activities marking the 136th anniversary of his birth.

Vietnam GameVerse 2026 opened on May 8, underscoring Vietnam’s drive to position the gaming industry as a strategic pillar of the digital economy.

The Da Nang Food Tour Festival 2026 will run at Bien Dong Park, Tam Thanh beach square, and other local venues from May 20-24, packing in culinary, cultural and tourism experiences, the municipal Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced on May 7.

VOV.VN - Organisers of Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 have announced the official schedule for this year’s competition, featuring a broad array of activities running from June to July 2026.

VOV.VN- A twinning agreement between Da Lat Railway Station in Vietnam and Trouville-Deauville Railway Station in France was signed at the French Embassy in Vietnam on May 7, creating new opportunities for cooperation in station management and operations, as well as cultural and tourism promotion between the two sides.

A film market will make its debut at the eighth Hanoi International Film Festival (HANIFF) 2026, scheduled for November 24–28, aiming to create an annual film trading platform and support the professional and internationally integrated development of Vietnam’s film industry ecosystem.

VOV.VN - Two more traditional craft villages in Hanoi have officially joined the World Craft Cities Network, further strengthening Vietnam’s global profile in traditional handicrafts and creative culture.

VOV.VN - The 11th Da Lat Flower Festival in 2026 will expand beyond Da Lat to urban areas across Lam Dong province as local authorities move toward building a “year-round flower festival” model.

VOV.VN - A special photo exhibition titled “Dien Bien Phu Victory – A Golden Milestone in History” is being held at the Lam Dong Museum in Da Lat, central Vietnam, to commemorate the 72nd anniversary of the Battle of Dien Bien Phu victory (May 7, 1954 - 2026).