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Lion and dragon dances by the Vietnamese-Chinese community is at the heart of the Lunar New Year in HCM City. As Tết holiday approaches, this traditional art form is brought to life by local troupes and competitions.

Visitors will enjoy free entry to the Hồ Citadel World Heritage Site from February 12 to 17, 2026 (from the 25th day of the 12th lunar month to the first day of the Year of the Horse). Meanwhile, free entry to the Lam Kinh Special National Relic will be available from February 16 to 19, 2026 (from the 29th day of the 12th lunar month to the third day of the Year of the Horse).

Cherry blossoms are in full bloom across central Đà Lạt, drawing large numbers of residents and visitors and boosting tourism during what is typically a low season.

The southernmost province of Cà Mau has issued a sustainable tourism development plan for the period 2026-2030, focusing on community-based tourism, ecotourism and cultural and spiritual tourism.

Placing culture at the heart of development has become a defining approach for Việt Nam, as cultural identity increasingly serves as both a foundation for cohesion and a driver of national soft power.

This event will mark the first time that collections of áo dài by Vietnamese designers are showcased on a truly international fashion stage, according to the organisers of ADFW 2026.

The introduction of the denhung.vn portal is a major step in modernising communications and promoting the legacy of the Hùng Kings era.

Why are you chuntering along the road ahead of me, blocking my path as we get overtaken by cyclists?

Foreign professionals coming to Việt Nam often wish to use their personal vehicles during their assignment. The following Q&A outlines who may bring a car currently in use into Việt Nam, the applicable tax exemption, and the key procedures required under Vietnamese law.

Recycled driftwood sculptures in Hội An transform flood debris into horse-themed art, celebrating resilience, local craftsmanship and a green tourism spirit during the Lunar New Year.

HCM City’s theatres are presenting new shows designed to cater to a diverse audience during the Tết (Lunar New Year) holiday, which falls on February 14-22.

The 'Hmong New Year in the City' programme returned this year, bringing the vibrant spirit of the highlands into the capital. The annual celebration gathers young Hmong in Hà Nội together to mark their New Year away from home, as colourful costumes, lively music and joyful traditional dances fill the streets with festivity.

Traditional Tết festivities are bringing spring to life at ancient houses and temples across Hà Nội’s Old Quarter, where visitors can experience not only heritage spaces but also the customs and rituals of the Lunar New Year.

At the Spring Fair, Tho unveiled a captivating green world crafted entirely from coconut leaves. Her offerings ranged from elegant flower vases and intricate baskets to whimsical creations like handbags, wedding bouquets and lively figures of butterflies, peacocks and other enchanting creatures.

The fair allows production facilities to gather market feedback, understand consumer trends, adjust designs, improve quality, and enhance the value of their products.

A February concert series blends Vietnamese pride, classical masterpieces and cross-border cultural harmony.

The programme aimed to revisit the nation’s revolutionary traditions and reaffirm the Party’s comprehensive leadership throughout the revolutionary process, from the struggle for national independence to national construction and development during the renewal period and international integration.

The target is set out in the Government’s strategy to promote Việt Nam’s global image for the 2026–2030 period, with a vision to 2045, approved by the Prime Minister on January 27. The strategy underlines that promoting Việt Nam's image abroad is not merely information activities, but a strategic "soft" tool serving the country's development.