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An exhibition titled “National Assembly of Viet Nam’s 80 years of accompanying the nation” will open at the National Assembly headquarters in Ha Noi on January 6 as part of celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the first nationwide general election (January 6, 1946 – 2026).

Culture is a firm spiritual foundation that forges national character, unites collective strength, and plays a vital role in safeguarding independence, freedom and territorial integrity. In the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and deep international integration, culture also serves as a form of soft power, asserting the nation’s standing on the global stage.

A fine art exhibition, featuring works presenting contemporary creations inspired by learning, the imperial examination system, virtuous scholars, and the spiritual life of ancient Thang Long (now Ha Noi) by ten artists, is taking place at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam (The Temple of Literature) in Ha Noi from December 30, 2025 to March 22, 2026.

Amid the currents of integration, craft villages in Viet Nam are increasingly taking the initiative to bring their products to wider markets, engaging in exchanges and cooperation with global craft traditions through exhibitions, trade fairs and festivals. This trend is opening up new development space for trade and tourism, while also posing fresh demands for preserving and enriching the values of Viet Nam’s traditional crafts.

Ba Vi Commune of Ha Noi held an incense-offering ceremony to mark the death anniversary of Tan Vien Mountain Saint at Ha Temple, Phu Loi Hamlet, on December 25 (the sixth day of the 11th lunar month).

An exhibition entitled “Vietnamese cultural heritage – vitality from tradition to modernity” opened on December 25 in Ho Chi Minh.

On the mist-covered mountain slopes by Muong Hoa Stream, brocade looms have long been intertwined with the livelihoods of generations of Giay and H’Mong women. There was a time when this traditional craft faced the risk of fading away as markets shrank, tourism was disrupted, and outlets became increasingly unstable.

The grand finale of Miss Cosmo 2025 was held in Ho Chi Minh City on December 20, drawing wide attention from beauty pageant fans at home and abroad.

A ceremony was held solemnly in Ha Tinh Province on December 12 to commemorate the 260th birth anniversary of the great national poet and world cultural figure Nguyen Du (1765–2025).

The “Ha Noi Tango” performance was officially recognised and awarded a Viet Nam Record by the Vietnam Records Organisation for the “Ha Noi Tango Dance with the Largest Number of Participants” on December 20.

An exhibition entitled “The nation’s socio-economic achievements after 40 years of Doi Moi (Renewal), especially the 2021–2025 period” will take place at the National Convention Centre in Ha Noi on December 26-27.

After more than a year of research and implementation, four distinctive heritage tourism tours have officially been launched in Ha Noi, linking 28 representative heritage sites through journeys that integrate experiential activities and technology.

The Department of Fine Arts, Photography and Exhibition under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism organised a ceremony to open a lacquer art exhibition in Ha Noi on December 12 as one of activities to celebrate the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam.

The Viet Nam Association of Photographic Artists, in coordination with the Cao Bang Provincial People’s Committee, officially opened the 24th Northern Mountainous Region Artistic Photography Festival and Exhibition on December 12.

From heritage resources, many localities have developed tourism, services and creative industries, generating economic benefits. Heritage has become a dynamic asset, fostering sustainable growth.

The World Tea Fest 2025 officially opened at Lam Vien Square, Xuan Huong–Da Lat Ward, Lam Dong Province, on December 5, aiming to elevate the Vietnamese tea brand.

Mong Cultural Festival will be held at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature) on December 13, showcasing an exhibition and performance space rich in the cultural identity of Mong communities from various regions.

The Nutcracker Ballet, an indispensable highlight of the year-end festive season at the Ho Chi Minh Opera House, will return on December 5, 6 and 7, promising to transport audiences into a sparkling and colourful Christmas world.

The sixth International Experimental Theatre Festival 2025, which was co-organised by the Viet Nam Theatre Artists’ Association and the Ninh Binh Provincial People’s Committee, officially concluded at the Pham Thi Tran Theatre (Ninh Binh Province) on November 30.

A Vietnamese film delegation led by Dr Ngo Phuong Lan, Chairwoman of the Viet Nam Film Development Association (VFDA), has departed for Paris to organise and attend the Vietnamese Film Week themed “Journey of Light” — the largest and most high-profile Vietnamese cinema event ever held in France, which is set to take place from December 5 to 12.