Famous singer Uyên Linh will participate in performances on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of Sài Gòn - Chợ Lớn - Gia Định - HCM City. Photo thanhnien.vn

HCM CITY Hundreds of artists from various fields will participate in performances on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of Sài Gòn - Chợ Lớn - Gia Định - HCM City (1698-2023) and 47 years since Sài Gòn - Gia Định was officially named after President Hồ Chí Minh (July 2, 1976 - 2023).

Cultural and artistic activities on this anniversary are planned by the People's Committee [Administration] of HCM City and will be carried out by the City Centre for Light Music.

According to Meritorious Artist Nguyễn Thị Thanh Thuý, deputy director of HCM City 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 HCM 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 HCM City with the theme “A new day in the countryside”, taking place at 7pm on June 30, at 23/9 Park. VNS