The programme commemorates the 136th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890–May 19, 2026) and the 72nd anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954–May 7, 2026), while continuing to introduce and promote unique cultural values and strengthen bonds among ethnic communities at this “common home”.
Highlights of the programme include folk music and dance performances such as “Viet Bac remembers Uncle Ho”, “May offerings to Uncle Ho”, and “Gratitude to Uncle Ho from the Central Highlands”, combined with cultural exchanges and storytelling about President Ho Chi Minh.
The artistic space vividly recreates the cultural life of the northern highlands through the indigo attire of Viet Bac, traditional melodies such as then, sli, and luon, and the sound of the tinh lute blending with the mountainous landscape, evoking deep and reflective emotions.
Performances praising the homeland and the country, honouring regional cultural identities, and expressing the spirit of unity and trust in the Party and President Ho Chi Minh are closely linked with the preservation and promotion of traditional cultural values and the building of community life. Simple daily labour and lifestyle activities create a warm and culturally rich atmosphere, helping to spread the practice of studying and following his ideology, morality, and style.
The photo exhibition “Uncle Ho in the hearts of the people” features around 50 photographs alongside artefacts, books, and publications on the life of President Ho Chi Minh, forming a continuous narrative thread throughout the programme.
In harmony with activities of ethnic communities, a ritual for peace and warding off misfortune of the Tay and Nung ethnic groups (Thai Nguyen Province) will be recreated. This is a thanksgiving ritual to heaven and earth, expressing wishes for peace and prosperity. The festive space is accompanied by folk games, creating a lively and culturally vibrant atmosphere.
At the ethnic village spaces, communities will recreate their daily lives through demonstrations of traditional crafts, the introduction of local cuisine, and engagement with visitors through folk games. Experiential tourism programmes at the Village provide opportunities for communities to actively promote and exchange their cultural heritage.
Weekend activities are organised by community groups based on their strengths in folk singing, folk dancing, handicrafts, and production, offering a diverse range of cultural experiences — from indoor and outdoor folk games to handicraft and art activities, traditional costume experiences, and culinary tastings.
The programme runs from May 3 to 31, offering an opportunity for the Viet Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism to become a meaningful stop on visitors’ journeys of exploration and experience, especially for younger generations.
