VOV.VN - The Ha Long Carnival 2026 took place in Ha Long ward, Quang Ninh province, with the participation of approximately 80,000 local people and visitors, reinforcing Ha Long’s position as one of Vietnam’s leading tourism and festival destinations.

An archival photo exhibition is being held at the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long to commemorate the 51st anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975–2026).

Images of Republic of Korea (RoK) President Lee Jae Myung enjoying street-side pho (Vietnamese noodle soup), while the First Lady strolled through a crowd with an ice cream in hand, have gone viral across Asian media, once again highlighting the global appeal of Vietnamese cuisine.

VOV.VN - The final night of “Mrs Earth Vietnam 2026” took place on April 28 at Ho Guom Theatre, with Nguyen Khue Thu winning the title and will represent Vietnam at Mrs Earth International 2026.

The designation of November 24 as Vietnam Culture Day sends a message that goes well beyond creating another paid public holiday.

VOV.VN - Despite heavy rain, approximately 40,000 spectators enthusiastically supported the national concert “Echoes of the Fatherland” at My Dinh National Stadium (Hanoi), creating a solemn yet deeply moving atmosphere on the evening of April 28.

As global competition shifts from price to value, embedding cultural identity into products is emerging as a strategic pathway for local goods to stand out, positioning the country to transform its rich cultural assets into commercial strength in line with the Politburo’s Resolution 80-NQ/TW on cultural development.

VOV.VN - A themed train journey in Hanoi recalls memories of national reunification during the April 30-May 1 holiday.

VOV.VN - Amid the peak dry season in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, the Ede community in Buon Ky (Dak Lak province) has revived its traditional rain-praying ritual, blending spiritual beliefs with cultural preservation and community bonding.

The Vietnam Amazing Cup 2026, an annual national contest that evaluates and ranks the quality of Vietnamese specialty coffee using international standards, has once again affirmed its role as a trusted benchmark for quality and value in Vietnam’s coffee industry.

Politburo’s Resolution No. 80 on developing Vietnamese culture places a stronger emphasis on nurturing talents in traditional arts. It is expected to breathe fresh life into Vietnam’s cultural heritage, as these art forms face mounting challenges in the modern entertainment landscape.​

VOV.VN - Can Tho City has set a national record for the largest map of Vietnam made from sticky rice and coconut milk during the 13th Southern Folk Cake Festival, held from April 26 to May 1 in 2026.

Internationally acclaimed pianist Kevin Kenner, winner of the 12th International Chopin Piano Competition, will perform in Vietnam next month in a chamber concert titled “In Gratitude”, alongside Vietnamese pianist Nguyen Viet Trung and a quintet of guest artists.

VOV.VN - Not merely a traditional festival, the Then Kin Pang Festival offers visitors a vibrant cultural journey into the life of the White Thai people in the northern region, where beliefs, music, and community activities blend harmoniously within the majestic setting of the northwestern mountains of Vietnam.

VOV.VN - As digital transformation reshapes the world, Vietnam is breathing new life into its cultural heritage, turning centuries-old traditions into immersive, accessible experiences for a global audience.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese students left a strong impression through cultural activities at the 21st World Cultural Festival held on April 25 at Beijing Language and Culture University, helping spread the image of Vietnam among international friends.

VOV.VN - Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day, observed on the 10th day of the third lunar month, honours Vietnam’s legendary founders and highlights enduring cultural values and national identity, a tradition recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage.

VOV.VN - From street stalls in Vietnam to food trucks in cities around the world, Bánh mì (bread/baguette/sanswich) has emerged as one of the country’s most recognisable culinary exports, winning over international diners with its distinctive blend of flavours, textures and cultural influences.

The International Lion Dance Tournament 2026 opened on April 24 at the An Dong Ward Public Service Centre, bringing together 15 leading lion–dragon dance troupes, including 10 top teams of Vietnam and five invited international teams.

VOV.VN - Five ancient stone axes believed to date back thousands of years have been discovered in En Cave within the Phong Nha–Ke Bang National Park complex in central Vietnam, according to local cultural authorities.

VOV.VN - The fourth Vietnam Yosakoi Festival opened at the Tam Chuc Tourist Area in Ninh Binh province on April 25, featuring dance troupes from Vietnam and Japan.

VOV.VN - On April 25 (the 9th day of the third lunar month), large crowds gathered at Hung Kings Temple in Phu Tho province to visit and pay homage to the Hung Kings, believed to be Vietnamese nation’s ancestors, one day ahead of their Commemoration Day.

The Photographic Society of America (PSA) Photo Gathering 2026 and the PSA-PG 2026 International Photo Exhibition officially opened at the Thung Nham ecotourism zone in Vietnam's northern province of Ninh Binh on April 24.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is looking to further strengthen cultural and artistic cooperation with France’s Royal Opera of Versailles through concrete programmes and artist exchanges.

VOV.VN - French museum Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac will transfer a valuable collection of archival materials to the former imperial city of Hue in central Vietnam, providing important references for the restoration of Can Chanh Palace.

VOV.VN - The second Vietnam–China, China–Vietnam Literary Translation Contest has been launched, aiming to further promote cultural exchange and nurture a new generation of translators between the two countries.

VOV.VN - The Da Nang Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism on the evening of April 24 opened the Da Nang Ao Dai Festival 2026 at the Da Nang Museum, with the theme “Essence of Vietnamese Ao dai – Silk hues of the Han River”.

A vibrant line-up of circus and magic performances from across Vietnam will take centre stage during the upcoming holidays, marking the 51st anniversary of national reunification (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1).​

A Vietnam – Republic of Korea (RoK) co-production film about Grand Lord Tran Hung Dao, one of Vietnam’s greatest military commanders, was unveiled in Seoul on April 23, launching full-scale production preparations with a hefty projected budget of around KRW30 billion (US$20.3 million).

The sixth Cham Ethnic Culture Festival will be held from June 26–28 in Khanh Hoa province, bringing together delegations from seven localities with significant Cham populations, namely Khanh Hoa, Gia Lai, Lam Dong, Tay Ninh, An Giang, Dak Lak and Ho Chi Minh City.