Hundreds of artists perform to celebrate the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon-Cho Lon-Gia Dinh-HCM

Hundreds of artists from various fields will participate in performances on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon - Cho Lon - Gia Dinh – Ho Chi Minh City (1698-2023) and 47 years since Sai Gon - Gia Dinh was officially named after President Ho Chi Minh (July 2, 1976 - 2023).
Hundreds of artist from various field will participate in performances on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon - Cho Lon - Gia Dinh - HCM City. In pho: A dan ca tai tu performance (Source: Nhan Dan newspaper)
Hundreds of artist from various field will participate in performances on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon - Cho Lon - Gia Dinh - HCM City. In pho: A dan ca tai tu performance (Source: Nhan Dan newspaper)

Cultural and artistic activities on this anniversary are planned by the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City and will be carried out by the City Centre for Light Music.

According to Meritorious Artist Nguyen Thi Thanh Thuy, deputy director of the municipal Department of Culture and Sports, the special art programme will be officially kicked off at 7pm on July 2 at the main stage area of District 1's 23/9 Park and broadcasted live on television and radio.

Besides these performances, relevant authorities of Ho Chi Minh City will organise a wide range of activities, including water puppet shows, sports events, cooking contests, and a traditional costume show, among others, with an aim to tighten relationships among family members and celebrate the role of the family in social life.

On this occasion, the city will also hold a ceremony to announce and award OCOP products in Ho Chi Minh City with the theme “A new day in the countryside”, taking place at 7pm on June 30, at 23/9 Park.

VNA