VOV.VN - Reigning Miss Universe Victoria Kjær Theilvig arrived in Ho Chi Minh City on April 10, marking the start of a string of activities for the Kick-off event of Miss Universe Vietnam 2025, one of the world’s most prestigious beauty competitions.

Bac Ninh province, in collaboration with the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, have successfully hosted an event in Paris showcasing Vietnam’s rich cultural values and pushing for UNESCO recognition of Dong Ho folk paintings as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding this year.

Vietnamese children's books have officially joined the shelves of Muntpunt Library in Brussels, marking a meaningful step in promoting the mother tongue among Vietnamese families in Belgium.

VOV.VN - The eighth Vietnam International Choir Competition officially opened in Hoi An on April 9, bringing together more than 1,200 domestic and foreign artists from 29 art troupes worldwide.

VOV.VN - A number of iconic sites around the northern province of Quang Ninh, including UNESCO-recognised heritage Hạ Long Bay, have been introduced in the “Victory – Bond in Vietnam” music video (MV) by world renowned string quartet Bond.

“Dia Dao: Mat Troi Trong Bong Toi” (Tunnel: Sun in the Dark) grossed nearly VND20 billion (approximately US$770,000) on April 7, marking an unprecedented milestone and setting the stage for director Bui Thac Chuyen to reach VND100 billion in revenue in less than a week.

VOV.VN - Hanoi is seeking public feedback on a draft resolution to establish commercial and cultural development zones as part of efforts to boost the cultural industry and position the capital as a regional creative centre.

VOV.VN - A Vietnamese film week will be introduced in Greece from May 10 to May 20, with six local films which have won domestic and international prizes being put on show for audiences to enjoy.

VOV.VN - The "Vietnamese Cultural Night - Quintessence of Kinh Bac Heritage" event was held in France on April 7 to introduce Dong Ho folk paintings and Quan Ho folk songs to international friends and the Vietnamese community residing in France.

VOV.VN - Every weekend, the 3D art museum in Son Tra district of Da Nang city, draws crowds of young visitors eager to explore and interact with its vibrant displays. It has become a popular destination, especially among youth and families with children.

VOV.VN - Every five years, Dam Village in Tay Tuu Ward, Bac Tu Liem District, Hanoi, hosts a traditional boat racing festival, recognized as part of the national intangible cultural heritage that draws a large number of participants.

As Vietnam is marking Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day, Vietnamese communities around the world have come together in meaningful ceremonies to pay tribute to the nation's legendary founders and strengthen cultural bonds.

VOV.VN - Massive crowds across the country attended incense offering ceremonies on April 7 to commemorate the death anniversary of Vietnamese legendary founders, the Hung Kings.

VOV.VN - The Traditional Pho Festival 2025 got underway in Van Cu village of Dong Son commune in Nam Dinh province, the cradle of Vietnamese Pho (Vietnamese noodle soup), from April 5 to April 7, attracting thousands of visitors from across the country.

VOV.VN - As part of the ADEX Singapore Ocean Festival 2025, the Vietnam Merpeople team has made their international debut with an underwater performance, capturing the attention of a large international audience.

VOV.VN -President Luong Cuong offered incense on April 7 at the Hung Temple historical relic site in Phu Tho province in commemoration of the Hung Kings.

VOV.VN - Tens of thousands of people from across the country have flocked to the Hung Kings Temple Historical Site in Viet Tri city, Phu Tho province, to offer incense and pay tribute to the Hung Kings – the legendary founders of the Vietnamese nation – on the10th day of the third lunar month.

Every year on the 10th day of the third lunar month, many Vietnamese from all walks of life join a pilgrimage to the ancestor land in Viet Tri city of Phu Tho province.

VOV.VN - The 10th Hanoi Book Fair is set to take place from October 2 to October 5 at the pedestrian streets around Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi.

Hanoi, with its diverse culinary treasures built on a thousand-year cultural foundation, has transformed cuisine into a part of the cultural industry, with various measures being taken to promote its brand and elevate the status of the capital city's cuisine.

For generations, the worship of the Hung Kings has become an integral part of Vietnam's cultural identity and traditional values, reflecting the deep gratitude of each new generation towards their ancestors for their contributions to the founding and protection of the nation, and becoming a factor to nurture national solidarity.

VOV.VN - A festival that introduces brand of Phở (noodles), a special Vietnamese dish, from three regions of Vietnam will be held at the Thang Long imperial citadel, Hanoi, from April 18 to 20.

VOV.VN - A diverse array of Vietnamese horror movies were introduced at the 29th International Film and Television Market (FILMART) held from March 17 to 20 in Hong Kong (China), receiving positive responses from international critics.

VOV.VN - A folk culture festival of three regions showcasing the essence of traditional craft villages and Vietnamese folk arts, is taking place at Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Ho Chi Minh City from April 2-4, in celebration of the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day (10th day of the 3rd lunar month) and the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification.

Ceremonies honouring Vietnam’s legendary ancestors, Father Lac Long Quan and Mother Au Co, took place on April 3 at their respective temples within the Hung Kings Temple Relic Site in the northern midland province of Phu Tho.

VOV.VN - A total of 74 prizes have been presented to individuals and collectives who won the Denmark In Your Eyes 2024 painting contest launched last year to celebrate 53 years of diplomacy between Vietnam and Denmark (1971-2024).

VOV.VN - The Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism, will host a string ofevents under the theme “Cultural colors of Vietnam’s ethnic groups.” from April 1 to May 4.

VOV.VN - The Kala relief from Nui Ba, a Champa stone sculpture, was officially recognized as a national treasure by the Prime Minister, with the announcement made during a ceremony held by the People's Committee of Phu Yen province on April 1st.

VOV.VN - The 2025 Ninh Binh Tourism Week will be held over seven days in late May, offering a variety of activities designed to attract more tourists this year.

An art exchange exhibition between Vietnam and the Republic of Korean is being held in the south central province of Phu Yen.