A painting exhibition featuring Russian landscapes has opened in Hanoi, as part of activities to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Russian Centre of Science and Culture.

When blockbuster film Nguoi Bat Tu (The Immortal), directed by Victor Vu, set to open on October 26, viewers will take in a dark story that spans three centuries – as well as some of the country’s most beautiful scenery.  

Vietnam has added six more cultural icons to the list of national intangible cultural heritages under a recent decision by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

VOV.VN -The Vietnamese representative has revealed some photos of a national costume that she will wear at the ongoing Miss Grand International 2018.

VOV.VN - A unique music event themed “Voice of Autumn” has been held to mark the launch of a professional music classroom at the Foreign Language Specialized School in Hanoi.

VOV.VN - The organizing board of the Miss Grand International pageant has launched a vote for portraits of this year’s contestants, the top 9 photos which receive the most likes and shares will be announced later.

VOV.VN - The Centre for Scientific and Cultural Activities of Van Mieu – QuocTu Giam (Temple of Literature – National University) and Bat Trang Ceramics and Pottery Association has co-organized an exhibition of ceramic products in Hanoi.

On October 20, singer My Tam will hold her first ever live concert in Seoul, the Republic of Korea (RoK).

An exhibition highlighting traditional trade villages opened at Kim Ngan temple in Hang Bac street, Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi on October 9 with an aim to promote values of heritage and honour artisans who contribute to preserving the values.

The 4th Vietnam - Japan culture and trade exchange will be held in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho from November 2-4, according to Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Truong Quang Hoai Nam. 

VOV.VN - Vietnamese representative Bui Phuong Nga and other 79 contestants of the Miss Grand International 2018 pageant took part in a party in Yangon, Myanmar on October 9.

VOV.VN - Beauties from Mongolia, India and the Philippines are among strong Asian rivals of Vietnamese representative Bui Phuong Nga at the on-going Miss Grand International 2018 pageant in Myanmar.

The vibrancy and distinctive features of Hanoi’s craft streets and villages are being reflected at a photo exhibition entitled “Hanoi in me” which opened at the Temple of Literature on October 9.

The Khmer community in the southern provinces of Hau Giang and Soc Trang are celebrating their Sene Dolta festival, a major event of the ethnic group to remember ancestors, with both traditional rituals and social activities.

VOV.VN -The Vietnamese representative Phuong Nga and other contestants of Miss Grand International 2018 visited Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar on October 9 as part of activities of the beauty pageant.

VOV.VN - The Republic of Korea (RoK) Cultural Days will take place in Hoi An City on October 12-13, said the municipal Culture and Sports Centre on October 8.

The 5th International Puppet Festival officially opened in Hanoi on October 8 night with the participation of puppeteers from eight countries, including the host Vietnam.

Inspired by one of the most famous and powerful works of world-renowned composer Maurice Ravel, artistic director of Shanghai Ballet Theater Xin Lili has collaborated with Le Ngoc Van to choreograph a ballet called “Bolero & Suite en Blanc” that will be staged at the Hanoi Opera House on October 17 and 18.

The annual Bay Nui (Seven Mountains) Ox Racing Festival kicked off on October 8 in Tinh Bien district, the Mekong Delta province of An Giang, attracting thousands of people.

Concert of Childhood Memory will be back at the Conservatory of HCMC on the nights of October 14 and 15 with the theme “Beyond Magic,” featuring a series of soundtracks from Harry Potter, the Lord of the Rings and How to Train Your Dragon.

Korean pop star Sunmi and boy band Seventeen will perform in a Republic of Korea-Vietnam exchange concert in HCM City later this month.

Vietnamese para weightlifter Dang Thi Linh Phuong won a gold medal at the women’s 50kg event during the Asian Para Games in Indonesia on October 8.

An exhibition featuring the 2018 Kate Festival, the most important annual celebration of the ethnic Cham Brahman community, opened in the central province of Ninh Thuan on October 8.

VOV.VN - A large number of beauty queens have gathered for the grand opening ceremony for the showroom of designer Le Thanh Hoa in Hanoi.

VOV.VN - Vogue fashion magazine has recently released an article praising the "Sonorous" collection by designer Phuong My at Vancouver Fashion Week in Canada.

The fifth International Puppetry Festival held in Hanoi from October 8-15 sees the participation of troupes from Cambodia, Laos, the Philippines, Thailand, Wallonia-Brussels of Belgium, France, and Brazil.

A set of 100 ceramic floor vases featuring Vietnam’s traditional patterns created by artisan Pham Van Tuyen - Venerable Thich Chanh Tinh, has received an entry in the Vietnam Book of Records.

VOV.VN - Son La province has 18 ethnic groups living together despite their different customs and lifestyles. Traditional clothes are an important component of a culture, which identify ethnic groups and reflect their society, production, and history.

German photographer Barbara Klemm will hold an exhibition entitled “Hell-Dunkel” (Light – Dark) at the Goethe Institute in Hanoi from October 17 to 29 to introduce some of her photos of the western and eastern Germany.

A Chamber Music Concert featuring works from composers of the Romantic era and the 20th century will be held from 8pm to 10:30pm on October 9 at the Opera House in HCM City.