A series of cultural and historical tourism activities will take place in Hanoi from August 30 to September 2 in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

Film Mua Do (Red Rain) has grossed more than VND150 billion in ticket sales, setting a new benchmark for a historical, revolutionary war film in Vietnam.

VOV.VN - Produce 101 Japan, the popular Japanese idol survival show produced by Lapone Entertainment, has officially launched its new season titled Produce 101 Japan: New World, and for the first time ever, Vietnam is included in the global audition tour.

VOV.VN - Doan Cong Vinh, a young man from Tay Ninh city, will represent Vietnam at Mr International 2025, following his Top 10 finish at Man Of The World 2024.

The central province of Gia Lai will host a series of lively events as part of a festival celebrating local heritage and products, the provincial People’s Committee announced at a press briefing on August 26.

The Cuban children’s theater troupe La Colmenita staged the musical “Cinderella...According to the Beatles” on August 26 at Ho Guom Theatre in Hanoi, as part of activities marking the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and Cuba (1960–2025).

VOV.VN - From August 28 to September 5, audiences across Vietnam will be able to enjoy free screenings of 50 Vietnamese films in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - A total of VND4.2 billion was donated to flood victims in the central region at a national concert held at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Hanoi on the evening of August 26.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has just released a special postage stamp set to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the country’s National Day (September 2).

An exhibition themed “Autumn of Independence” opened at the Ho Chi Minh Museum in Hanoi on August 25 to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - A photo capturing the special makeup style of Myanmar women has won first prize at “The Beauty of ASEAN Nations – Vietnam’s Imprint” photo contest, part of the activities marking ASEAN’s 58th founding anniversary and Vietnam’s 30 years of membership.

VOV.VN - K-Food Fair 2025 is set to take place at Hoai River Square in the UNESCO-recognised Hoi An Ancient City from September 6 to 7, offering both locals and tourists a unique opportunity to explore the rich culinary traditions of the Republic of Korea (RoK).

The Republic of Korea (RoK) - Vietnam global exchange took place on August 24 at the Chunghyodang relic site in Bongseong township, Bonghwa county, North Gyeongsang province, where Vietnam’s royal Ly lineage left its mark centuries ago.

This year’s National Day (September 2) holiday is expected to bring a record number of domestic and international tourists to Hanoi, where visitors can explore not only historic landmarks and cultural sites but also the captial city’s rich culinary heritage.

VOV.VN - A vivid showcase of 12 cultural industries with breakthrough highlights will be among the key attractions at the Exhibition on National Achievements, held in celebration of National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - Vietnamese singer Hoa Minzy has made waves on the global music scene with her latest music video ‘Nỗi đau giữa hòa bình’ (Pain in the Middle of Peace), which quickly climbed the Music Video Trending Global chart, reaching 18th place shortly after its release.

VOV.VN - A large number of Vietnamese expats gathered at the historic Bratislava Castle in Slovakia’s capital on August 24 for an Ao Dai (traditional long dress) parade to celebrate Vietnam’s 80th National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - Vietnam has been invited as the guest of honour to the fifth Imedghassen International Film Festival 2025, set to take place at Batna city, Northeastern Algeria, from September 10 to 16.

VOV.VN - As part of celebrations for the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day and the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Sri Lanka (1970–2025), the Vietnamese Embassy in Sri Lanka on August 24 hosted a cultural and artistic exchange in the country’s central province, featuring performances by artists from the Thang Long Music and Dance Theater and the Hanoi Cheo Theater.

The restoration of the drum and bell tower at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel Heritage Site has been completed by the Hanoi Handicraft and Village Association and formally handed over to the Thang Long – Hanoi Heritage Conservation Centre.

A cultural event titled “Vietnam Art Parade” was held in Malaysia’s capital Kuala Lumpur on August 24 to mark the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2, 1945 – 2025) and the 68th anniversary of Malaysia’s National Day (August 31, 1957 – 2025).

A vibrant programme of cultural and artistic activities will take place at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Doai Phuong commune, Hanoi, from August 30 to September 2 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Day (September 2).

An international conference discussing heritage preservation and the development of cultural and creative industries was co-organised for the first time by the Vietnam Federation of UNESCO Associations (VFUA) on August 22 at UNESCO headquarters in Paris.

VOV.VN - The international music festival 8Wonder 2025, themed “Moments of Wonder”, transformed the National Exposition Centre in Hanoi into a sea of music and energy on the evening of August 23, as more than 50,000 fans joined Vietnamese and international stars on stage.

VOV.VN - Following the success of its inaugural edition, organisers of Miss Cosmo have officially announced that Vietnam will once again host the international beauty pageant in 2025.

The Vietnamese Embassy in Sri Lanka recently inaugurated a Vietnamese culinary week at the Hilton Colombo Hotel, celebrating the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Sri Lanka (1970–2025).

VOV.VN - Oktoberfest, the largest German beer festival in Southeast Asia, is set to make its return to Vietnam, taking place across the country’s three major cities - Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City - from September to October 2025.

A special political-artistic television programme entitled “Golden Opportunity” took place on the August 22 evening in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the successful August Revolution (August 19, 1945 – 2025) and National Day (September 2, 1945 – 2025).

Nearly 160 photographs, documents and artefacts – many shown publicly for the first time – are on display at the Vietnam National Museum of History’s exhibition opened on August 22 to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - More than 2,000 singers, artists, and choir members will join voices in a special art programme titled Hanoi – Vietnam's Aspiration, to be held on the evening of August 31 at the Vietnam National Exposition Centre to celebrate Vietnam’s 80th National Day (September 2).