Culture

The Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Viet Nam on June 10 organised a programme to celebrate the National Day of the Russian Federation (June 12), with the participation of numerous students, parents, and those who love Russian culture.

Pianist Trang Trinh will present a 24-hour durational programme entitled ‘(in)finitude’ in Ha Noi from 3 PM on June 20 to 5 PM on June 21.

Viet Nam is among a select group of nations invited by organisers to participate in Aldea Global 2026 (Global Village 2026), a large-scale international cultural exchange programme taking place in Mexico City alongside the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The screening of the film “Peach Blossoms, Pho and Piano” at the Francophone Film Week offered Pakistani and international audiences another perspective on Viet Nam — a nation that loves peace, treasures its culture and traditional values, and always looks to the future with the utmost confidence and optimism.

Amid the vibrant days of summer, the coastal city of Da Nang is once again eagerly preparing to welcome the 4th Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF 4) at the end of June, continuing to create a cinematic rendezvous for the continent under the vision of “bridging Asia to the world”.

As part of the Hue Festival, three French photographers — Daniel Roussel, Gilbert Bertrand, and Lily Franey — will present a photography exhibition on the land and people of Viet Nam entitled Viet Nam's Intersection at the University of Education, Hue University (32–36 Le Loi Street, Hue).

The Cinema Department has launched the “Screenplay Competition for Feature and Animated Films 2026” to encourage cinematic creativity, discover new talent and identify high-quality scripts for future State-funded film production.

The closing ceremony of the 2nd Ho Chi Minh City Short Film Festival 2026 took place at the City Theatre on June 8, honouring outstanding works and individuals while highlighting the growing maturity and creativity of young filmmakers.

Ha Noi is showcasing its culinary culture and traditional arts at a cultural space organised as part of the 2026 ASEAN City Leaders Conference (ACLC), offering international delegates a glimpse into the capital’s rich cultural identity.

An art programme entitled “Climate Action”, performed by the Viet Nam Contemporary Arts Theatre on June 7, attracted a large number of audiences.

A dedication ceremony for Cat Tuong Pagoda was held in Gwangju, the Republic of Korea, on June 7. The pagoda serves not only as a place of religious practice but also as a spiritual anchor, a cultural space and a bridge connecting the Vietnamese community in the RoK.

The Festival of Embassies - Food and Culture took place in a vibrant atmosphere in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, on June 6, with the participation of more than 60 countries.

The Cambodian News Agency (AKP) and several Cambodian media outlets have published articles highlighting efforts to preserve and promote the traditional cultural values of the Khmer ethnic community in Viet Nam.

The final round of the “Mrs Ao Dai Europe 2026” pageant took place at the central theatre in Karlovy Vary, the Czech Republic in the evening of June 6 with the participation of a large number of Vietnamese expatriates and international guests, creating a vibrant celebration of Vietnamese culture in the heart of Europe.

The second competition night of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2026 (DIFF 2026), themed “Heritage”, took place with a dazzling contest between teams from Viet Nam and France. 

The Via Ba Chua Xu (Lady of the Realm) Festival officially opened at Sam Mountain, Vinh Te Ward, An Giang Province on June 6. The festival is being organised on a solemn yet practical scale, harmoniously combining traditional rituals with a range of cultural, tourism and trade promotion activities.

Building on the success of the first edition in 2023, this year’s Ho Chi Minh City Short Film Festival continues to promote the development of a dynamic, professional, and internationally integrated film environment in the city.

The scientific workshop entitled “Marine Culture – Connections through Museums’ Exhibitions” was held in response to Viet Nam Sea and Islands Week 2026, while also serving as an academic forum for exchanging and sharing experiences in researching, preserving, interpreting, and promoting marine cultural values through museum activities.

In recent years, a growing number of community choir models have emerged and flourished, attracting participants from diverse age groups, professions, and backgrounds. This development has broadened public access to the arts while fostering close-knit communities and spreading humanistic values.

A festival featuring Vietnamese culture, cuisine and traditional Ao Dai was held in Karlovy Vary city, the Czech Republic, on June 5, attracting a number of local officials, members of the Vietnamese community and international visitors.