Việt Nam News

A cultural programme entitled Đạo Học (The Way of Learning) held at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) in Paris, highlights the enduring values of Văn Miếu (Temple of Literature) – Quốc Tử Giám and Việt Nam’s rich cultural heritage.

Experts say a scientific and transparent statistical system not only helps accurately measure the contribution of cultural industries to GRDP but also serves as a basis for identifying market trends, allocating resources rationally, and attracting domestic and foreign investment.

The island is surrounded by large natural rock formations of various shapes and sizes, formed over time by wind and waves.

Nearly 100 artists will perform in the concert Jubelklänge – Melodies of Joy on June 19 at the Việt Nam National Academy of Music (VNAM).

The festival, organised by the French Institute in Vietnam, aims to enrich urban cultural life and gradually build it into an annual rendezvous for the public in the city.

With the World Cup in full swing, Nguyễn Thành Tâm decided to once again get in on the act by making a full set of World Cup-inspired mascots along with 48 national flags representing the teams taking part.

The HCM City Department of Culture and Sports hosts a songwriting contest to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sài Gòn – Gia Định officially being named after President Hồ Chí Minh (July 2, 1976 - 2026).

The much-anticipated third season of the Luxury Dining Series, which offers bespoke culinary experiences, is set to dazzle customers from August to October this year.

It is open to all Vietnamese students pursuing art majors at universities and colleges both in Việt Nam and abroad, including those who graduated in 2026.

Finnish conductor Kalle Kuusava and Vietnamese violist Phạm Vũ Thiên Bảo will present a special concert at Saigon Opera House on June 20.

As the Vietnamese film industry experiences a boom in theatrical releases, a less visible challenge is emerging behind the scenes: finding actors who truly fit the characters being portrayed.

The Việt Nam Museum of Fine Arts (VNAM) has recently launched a bilingual Vietnamese-English publication entitled Tranh Tứ Bình – Sưu Tập Chọn Lọc Tranh Dân Gian Việt Nam (Four Scroll Woodblock Prints from Việt Nam: A Selection of Vietnamese Folk Art). Việt Nam News reporter Nguyễn Bình spoke with Vũ Thị Hằng, one of the book’s editors, about the compilation process.

The growing trend of Vietnamese singers collaborating with international stars in recent years reflects local artists’ efforts to create breakthroughs, globalise their music, and elevate the audience experience.

An exhibition titled “Imprints and aspirations in new era” is being held at the National Convention Centre in Hà Nội on June 17–18, honouring the traditions, mettle, intellect and aspirations for advancement of Vietnamese women across different historical periods.

Alongside Ji Chang-wook, this year’s festival will welcome a number of prominent filmmakers and artists, including Kim Dong-ho, founder of the Busan International Film Festival, actor Park Sung-woong and filmmaker Han Dong-hee.

The Vietnamese pottery village, a new cultural and experiential tourism destination, officially began soft operations in the central city of Đà Nẵng’s Bà Nà ward on June 16, marking the initial opening phase of a project designed to promote traditional crafts through immersive visitor experiences.

Vietnamese Consul General in Fukuoka Trịnh Thị Mai Phương attended the debut of “Princess Anio”, an opera that recounts a 17th century love story between a Vietnamese princess and Japanese merchant, in Nagasaki city, southwestern Japan, last weekend.

A traditional fruit festival is being held in Bình Đông Wharf in HCM City’s Phú Định Ward. Until June 19, around 200 stalls are selling tasty fruits, sweets and other agricultural products that are Mekong Delta specialties.