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The golden legacy of the past is being creatively revived as Viet Nam embraces globalisation and the digital era. Elements of Vietnamese folk culture - such as cheo (Vietnamese traditional opera), chau van (spiritual singing), quan họ (love duet singing), or the iconic figures of Saint Giong and the Forest Goddess—are now reimagined by contemporary Vietnamese artists through modern perspectives, languages, and digital technologies.

The Viet Nam Film Institute will host a series of events titled “Viet Nam Film Days” at Ngoc Khanh Cinema, Ha Noi, from October 8 to 10, offering free screenings of three notable films about the capital to mark the 71st anniversary of the liberation of the capital city (October 10, 1954 - October 10, 2025).

A programme celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival and promoting Vietnamese was held at the Vietnam Pavilion in Yumeshima Island, Kansai, Japan on October 5, creating a lively and warm atmosphere.

The Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee held a ceremony on October 2 to launch the book series on the history of Saigon–Ho Chi Minh City.

Cultural industry has been identified as the pathway to transforming Viet Nam’s wealth of heritage, cultural identity, and creative intellect into both soft power and economic strength. Yet, in order to turn potential into reality, solutions are needed to remove barriers and create momentum for Viet Nam’s cultural industry to take off.

Vietnamese designers Ha Linh Thu and La Hong left a strong impression at Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026, which was initiated by Supertalent World Group at the H4 Hall of the Wyndham Pleyel Resort Paris (France) on September 30.

In the hearts of Vietnamese people, the Mid-Autumn Festival is always associated with reunion, providing an opportunity for families to gather around the festive tray to admire the full moon. Therefore, the mooncake is not only a familiar treat but also a symbol of togetherness, completeness, and sharing.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has assigned the Viet Nam Film Institute, in collaboration with the Viet Nam Film Development Association, to screen six films within the framework of Viet Nam Film Week in Paris, France, scheduled to take place from December 5–12, 2025.

After nearly three decades of steadfastly serving the blind with talking books and charitable activities, the Huong Duong (Sun Flower) talking book library is now embarking on a new chapter.

A reading space for all, a place to pause and admire works of art, or an open-air stage by the riverside for music lovers, all have become an ideal cultural rendezvous, rich with Hue’s distinctive character, leaving lasting impressions on both residents and visitors.

A ceremony was held in Dien Bien Province on September 19 to launch the Northwestern Quintessence – Dien Bien Festival 2025, which aims to promote the land, culture, and people of the Northwest region and Ho Chi Minh City to both domestic and international visitors.

Norwegian-Irish musical duo Secret Garden will perform in Viet Nam for the first time on October 18 at the National Convention Centre in Ha Noi, organisers announced at a press briefing in the capital on September 19.

Legendary duo Secret Garden will perform in a special programme entitled “Good Morning Viet Nam” jointly held by Nhan Dan Newspaper and IB Group Viet Nam.

Vietnamese designer La Pham (Pham Ngoc Anh) has unveiled her latest collection, “Eternal River”, at New York Fashion Week 2026 (NYFW). The collection celebrates Vietnamese heritages through traditional handicraft materials while embracing practical applications suited to the rhythm of modern life.

The Ha Noi People’s Committee, in collaboration with the French Embassy in Viet Nam, held an international conference in the capital city on September 16 to discuss research on the restoration and promotion of the historical and cultural values of Long Bien Bridge.

Following the enthusiastic response to the movement of reviving and preserving Vietnamese culture through the Viet Co Phuc (Vietnamese ancient costume) trend, young people in Ho Chi Minh City have introduced to the public 50 Mid-Autumn lanterns recreated based on designs from a century ago.

Guinness World Records on September 4 officially recognised the large lacquer painting “President Ho Chi Minh Reads the Declaration of Independence” by artist Chu Nhat Quang as the world’s largest single-panel lacquer painting (non-assembled). The work is currently on display at the Ho Chi Minh Museum (Ha Noi) as part of the exhibition “Spring of Independence.”

Music is regarded as the universal language of humankind, a bridge that connects hearts and souls. Many artists not only create melodies but also turn music into a tool to nurture awareness within the community.

The People’s Army Publishing House, in collaboration with the Army Library, organised a ceremony on August 28, to launch a book collection marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).

As part of the national exhibition “80-Year Journey of Independence – Freedom – Happiness,” marking the 80th anniversary of Viet Nam’s National Day (September 2), Ha Noi audiences will have a chance to enjoy 50 films free of charge along with artist exchange activities.