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As part of celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the Viet Nam National Fine Art Museum (June 24, 1966–2026) and the museum's receipt of the Third-Class Labour Order, the thematic exhibition “New acquisitions in the collection of the Viet Nam National Fine Arts Museum (2016–2026)” officially opened on June 24, showcasing a selection of outstanding paintings and sculptures to the public.

The third Dong Thap Lotus Festival 2026 officially opened at Van Mieu Park in Cao Lanh Ward on June 18.

To mark the 101st anniversary of Viet Nam Revolutionary Press Day, Nhan Dan (People) Newspaper is organising an exhibition on “Illustrations in Newspapers”, featuring 23 painters and around 90 original works that have appeared as illustrations in Nhan Dan Newspaper and other newspapers and magazines.

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.

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.

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.

Following the resounding success of seven performances of “Anna Karenina” in Viet Nnam in 2025, the Eifman Ballet — one of the world’s most renowned contemporary ballet companies — will officially return this October with its stage masterpiece “Eugene Onegin”.

The opening ceremony of the “World of Childhood Festival 2026” took place at the Viet Nam Exhibition Centre for Culture and Arts, at No. 2 Hoa Lu Street, Hai Ba Trung Ward, Ha Noi, on May 29.

This year, the 2026 Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF) Project Incubator has attracted a remarkably high number of applications, far exceeding those of previous editions. The incubator is regarded as a launchpad for young filmmakers and producers and has already helped nurture several projects that have gone on to achieve notable success.

A nationwide film week celebrating International Children’s Day 2026 will take place from May 31 to June 7, according to the Cinema Department under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang met with Phil Nelson, Executive Vice President of CNN International Commercial, on May 25 to discuss potential media cooperation to promote Viet Nam’s image, and communications plans for APEC 2027, to be hosted by the country.

The Viet Nam National Academy of Music has been awarded a record certificate by the Viet Nam Records Organisation (VietKings) for staging the artistic programme featuring the largest number of performers playing the ‘ty ba’ in Viet Nam — 133 players — in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Academy’s establishment (1956–2026).

The Politburo’s Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on the development of Vietnamese culture is a significant policy breakthrough, with its commitment to allocate at least 2% of annual state budget expenditure to create new momentum for sustainable national development.

In recent years, Viet Nam has witnessed remarkably dynamic growth in the events and exhibition industry, with large-scale music festivals and specialised exhibitions and trade fairs being organised continuously, driving the strong development of service providers operating in the sector.

A wide range of activities have been held nationwide to mark President Ho Chi Minh’s 136th birthday (May 19, 1890–2026).

Ha Noi will organise a wide range of artistic performances for the public to commemorate the 136th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh. The programmes will feature works praising the Party, President Ho Chi Minh, the capital city, and the nation on its path of development.