Activities mark 325th founding anniversary of Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City

The Ho Chi Minh municipal People’s Committee on June 28 announced an array of activities to celebrate the 325th founding anniversary of Saigon, now Ho Chi Minh City (1698-2023) and the 45th anniversary of the day Saigon-Gia Dinh was officially named after President Ho Chi Minh (1976-2023).
A performance at the event.
A performance at the event.

Prominent activities included a ceremony honouring outstanding individuals with excellent achievements in following President Ho’s teachings, a hot air balloon festival, and fashion shows.

Cultural spaces, art performances, sporting events, and children’s activities will also be organised on the occasion.

Notably, a cultural and sporting festival will be held to introduce typical OCOP products, and modern agricultural models of Ho Chi Minh City to visitors.

A special art programme will be staged on the evening of July 2 at September 23 Park, gathering many popular singers, music bands, and artists.

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