Artillery conducts live firing rehearsal ahead of National Day ceremony
Artillery conducts live firing rehearsal ahead of National Day ceremony

VOV.VN - On the evening of August 21, 15 105mm cannons from Artillery Brigade 45 conducted a live-fire rehearsal at My Dinh National Stadium, Hanoi, alongside the first full rehearsal of a military parade in the leadup to the National Day celebration at Ba Dinh Square on September 2.

Artillery conducts live firing rehearsal ahead of National Day ceremony
For first time in 40 years military hardware rolls through Ba Dinh Square once again
For first time in 40 years military hardware rolls through Ba Dinh Square once again

VOV.VN - Historical Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi, once again became the stage for a powerful military display on August 21 as large-scale vehicles, artillery, and heavy weaponry rolled through during the first full rehearsal for the upcoming September 2 National Day parade.

For first time in 40 years military hardware rolls through Ba Dinh Square once again
Military helicopters rehearse over Ba Dinh Square ahead of National Day
Military helicopters rehearse over Ba Dinh Square ahead of National Day

VOV.VN - Military helicopters and transport aircraft conducted rehearsal flights over Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi on August 21 in preparation for the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2).

Military helicopters rehearse over Ba Dinh Square ahead of National Day
Traditional attire parade in Poland marks Vietnam's 80th National Day
Traditional attire parade in Poland marks Vietnam's 80th National Day

VOV.VN - In Warszawa, Poland, a large number of overseas Vietnamese have come together for a parade, presenting the rich colours and exquisite designs of traditional Vietnamese attire in celebration of the fatherland's 80th National Day.

Traditional attire parade in Poland marks Vietnam's 80th National Day
Over 2,000 people from civic formations rehearse ahead of National Day parade
Over 2,000 people from civic formations rehearse ahead of National Day parade

VOV.VN - More than 2,000 people representing 13 civic, cultural, and artistic formations took part in a rehearsal at My Dinh National Stadium on August 20 for a military parade and civic march celebrating the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day on September 2.

Over 2,000 people from civic formations rehearse ahead of National Day parade
A retreat to the romantic tea hills of Moc Chau Plateau
A retreat to the romantic tea hills of Moc Chau Plateau

VOV.VN - Located about 200 km from Hanoi, Moc Chau is renowned as one of the most pristine and picturesque plateaus in northern Vietnam, with its rolling green tea hills now drawing increasing numbers of visitors.

A retreat to the romantic tea hills of Moc Chau Plateau
Convoy of military hardware moves into Hanoi city centre at night for military parade
Convoy of military hardware moves into Hanoi city centre at night for military parade

VOV.VN - A convoy of military hardware moved from Hanoi’s outlying Phuc Son commune to the city centre on the evening of August 19 to prepare for a military parade (A80 event) in celebration of the 80th National Day (September 2).

Convoy of military hardware moves into Hanoi city centre at night for military parade
Hanoians eager to experience double-decker train for heritage tour
Hanoians eager to experience double-decker train for heritage tour

VOV.VN - Many residents of the capital lined up to experience a double-decker train named “Hà Nội 5 cửa ô” (Five Gates Train) which debuted on August 19 on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and the National Day (September 2).

Hanoians eager to experience double-decker train for heritage tour
Vietnam Exposition Center inaugurated in Hanoi, set to be Southeast Asia’s largest
Vietnam Exposition Center inaugurated in Hanoi, set to be Southeast Asia’s largest

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Exposition Center, poised to become the largest exhibition venue in Southeast Asia and one of the world’s top 10 complexes, opened on August 19 in Hanoi to mark the 80th anniversary of National Day.

Vietnam Exposition Center inaugurated in Hanoi, set to be Southeast Asia’s largest
Hanoi sparkles with flags and decorations ahead of National Day celebrations
Hanoi sparkles with flags and decorations ahead of National Day celebrations

VOV.VN - These days Hanoi has put on a festive new look as streets and corners across the capital are decked out with national flags, Party flags, banners, and posters to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 - 2025) and National Day (September 2, 1945 - 2025).

Hanoi sparkles with flags and decorations ahead of National Day celebrations
Welcome ceremony for Bhutanese King and Queen on state visit to Vietnam
Welcome ceremony for Bhutanese King and Queen on state visit to Vietnam

VOV.VN - President Luong Cuong and his spouse on August 19 hosted a welcome ceremony for King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan who are on a state visit to Vietnam.

Welcome ceremony for Bhutanese King and Queen on state visit to Vietnam
Hang Ma toy market gears up for National Day celebrations
Hang Ma toy market gears up for National Day celebrations

VOV.VN - Over recent days, Hang Ma street, dubbed the largest toy market in Hanoi, has been filled with national flags with shops adorned with festive decorations, attracting plenty of crowds keen to shop and capture the vibrant atmosphere as Vietnam’s National Day (September 2) is drawing near.

Hang Ma toy market gears up for National Day celebrations
30,000 join singing at special National Day concert
30,000 join singing at special National Day concert

VOV.VN - Over 30,000 people came together to sing the national anthem at the “Proud to Be Vietnamese” concert at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi, creating sacred moments on the evening of August 17 in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

30,000 join singing at special National Day concert
Party and State leaders attend ceremony marking 80th anniversary of People’s Public Security
Party and State leaders attend ceremony marking 80th anniversary of People’s Public Security

VOV.VN - Party General Secretary To Lam, President Luong Cuong, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, along with other Party and State leaders, attended a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Public Security at the National Convention Center in Hanoi on August 17.

Party and State leaders attend ceremony marking 80th anniversary of People’s Public Security
Over one million join nationwide walk marking national anniversaries
Over one million join nationwide walk marking national anniversaries

VOV.VN - More than one million people nationwide wore red shirts with yellow stars and turned their attention to historic Ba Dinh Square on August 16 to witness the national flag-raising ceremony before taking part in a mass walk promoting a united, strong, and sustainable Vietnam.

Over one million join nationwide walk marking national anniversaries
Unique products adorned with national flag made by people with disabilities
Unique products adorned with national flag made by people with disabilities

VOV.VN - Marking the 80th National Day this year, a leather workshop run by people with disabilities in Hanoi is producing items adorned with the sacred national flag.

Unique products adorned with national flag made by people with disabilities
Historic Ba Dinh Square bustles ahead of 80th National Day celebration
Historic Ba Dinh Square bustles ahead of 80th National Day celebration

VOV.VN - In recent days, young people, dressed in pristine white traditional long dress (Áo dài), have been eagerly taking numerous commemorative photos right at the historic Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi ahead of the 80th National Day celebration.

Historic Ba Dinh Square bustles ahead of 80th National Day celebration
Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to the RoK in the spotlight
Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to the RoK in the spotlight

VOV.VN - A high-ranking Vietnamese delegation led by Party General Secretary To Lam paid a State visit to the Republic of Korea from August 10 to 13 at the invitation of President Lee Jae-myung.

Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to the RoK in the spotlight
Hundreds of precious documents vividly depict Vietnam’s 80-year journey
Hundreds of precious documents vividly depict Vietnam’s 80-year journey

VOV.VN - More than 300 typical images, documents, and artifacts recounting the journey of 80 years since the Independence Day on September 2, 1945 are on display at an exhibition titled Upholding the Oath of Independence in Hanoi.

Hundreds of precious documents vividly depict Vietnam’s 80-year journey
Bao Ngoc to represent Vietnam at 73rd Miss World pageant
Bao Ngoc to represent Vietnam at 73rd Miss World pageant

VOV.VN - Le Nguyen Bao Ngoc, first runner-up of Miss World Vietnam 2022 and winner of Miss Intercontinental 2022, will represent Vietnam at the 73rd Miss World competition.

Bao Ngoc to represent Vietnam at 73rd Miss World pageant
Stunning scenes from national concert celebrating 80 years of National Day
Stunning scenes from national concert celebrating 80 years of National Day

VOV.VN - As many as 50,000 spectators on August 10 attended the political–artistic programme entitled ‘To Quoc Trong Tim’ (Homeland in Our Hearts) at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi, celebrating 80 years of National Day.

Stunning scenes from national concert celebrating 80 years of National Day
A glimpse of poetic Hanoi amid leaf-changing season
A glimpse of poetic Hanoi amid leaf-changing season

VOV.VN - This August visitors to the capital city of Hanoi during the leaf-changing season will have the chance to enjoy romantic and poetic scenes.

A glimpse of poetic Hanoi amid leaf-changing season
Special programme honours Vietnam’s legacy, unity and enduring spirit
Special programme honours Vietnam’s legacy, unity and enduring spirit

VOV.VN - A special national political–art programme “Under the Glorious Flag” took place simultaneously in Hanoi, Hue and Ho Chi Minh City to honour the country’s history and tradition, pay tribute to predecessors, and inspire national pride and revolutionary ideals.

Special programme honours Vietnam’s legacy, unity and enduring spirit
World Police Music Festival 2025 kicks off in Hanoi
World Police Music Festival 2025 kicks off in Hanoi

VOV.VN - The World Police Music Festival 2025 opened at the Hoan Kiem pedestrian zone in Hanoi on August 9, attracting large crowds of locals and tourists.

World Police Music Festival 2025 kicks off in Hanoi
President Luong Cuong’s Africa tour in the spotlight
President Luong Cuong’s Africa tour in the spotlight

VOV.VN - A high-ranking Vietnamese delegation led by President Luongh Cuong, made a working trip to Egypt from August 3–6 and to Angola from August 6–8 at the invitations of the presidents of the two African countries.

President Luong Cuong’s Africa tour in the spotlight
Modern military equipment mobilised for rehearsal ahead of National Day parade
Modern military equipment mobilised for rehearsal ahead of National Day parade

VOV.VN - Various military vehicles, artillery systems, and specialized weapons were deployed during the second rehearsal held on the morning of August 5 at the National Military Training Centre 4 on the outskirts of Hanoi, preparing for the upcoming major National Day parade.

Modern military equipment mobilised for rehearsal ahead of National Day parade
HCM City giant mural painting celebrates major national holidays
HCM City giant mural painting celebrates major national holidays

VOV.VN - A 300-metre-long wall located close to Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden in Ho Chi Minh City has been transformed into a series of large murals by a group of artists, created to commemorate upcoming major national holidays.

HCM City giant mural painting celebrates major national holidays
Giant stands taking shape in Hanoi for National Day celebration
Giant stands taking shape in Hanoi for National Day celebration

VOV.VN - Hanoi is urgently erecting two large stands at Ba Dinh Square to serve the grand celebration on September 2 to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

Giant stands taking shape in Hanoi for National Day celebration
Spectacular anti-terrorism performance by Guard Command Force in Hanoi
Spectacular anti-terrorism performance by Guard Command Force in Hanoi

VOV.VN - A large number of residents gathered around Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi, on August 1 to witness a simulated anti-terrorism drill performed by the Guard Command Force in coordination with special task units.

Spectacular anti-terrorism performance by Guard Command Force in Hanoi
Tri An lake - a perfect weekend retreat near HCM City
Tri An lake - a perfect weekend retreat near HCM City

VOV.VN - With its expansive waters, sweeping green meadows, and diverse aquatic ecosystem, Tri An Lake in Dong Nai province, about a two-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City, has quickly become a beloved destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking unspoiled, serene eco-tourism experiences, especially on weekends.

Tri An lake - a perfect weekend retreat near HCM City