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Finnish Literature Week in Vietnam celebrates Moomins at 80

A cultural week brings Finnish literature to life for Vietnamese readers with books, art, and film.

Peruvian gastronomy week held in Hanoi

Following its debut in Bangkok, the Hanoi edition features a variety of traditional Peruvian dishes prepared by Peruvian chefs currently working across Asia.

Italian short films to be screened in Hanoi

A screening of short films by Italian filmmakers will take place on July 10 at Casa Italia, an Italian cultural and branding centre in Hanoi.

81 young artists unite for powerful exhibition on culture and soul

Do Van Canh’s chicken-themed works offer joy, meaning, and a unique voice in the “Dang tay” exhibition.

Traditional Japanese puppeteers to perform in Hanoi

As one of Japan’s three major traditional performing arts, alongside noh and kabuki, bunraku is renowned for its exquisite fusion of sophisticated puppetry, emotionally resonant narration and traditional music.

Internationally acclaimed artist to perform with VNSO

The artist will perform at VNSO's Subscription Concert Vol. 174 playing piano and conducting Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3.

Ancient Buddha statues, national treasures showcased in Ho Chi Minh City

Seventeen national treasures, including the ancient Dong Duong Buddha statue and the oldest wooden Buddha figures in Southeast Asia, are now on display at the HCM City Museum of History.

Charlie Chaplin returns to Hanoi in new exhibition

Dozens of memorabilia items related to legendary silent film star Charlie Chaplin are on display at an exhibition in the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi.

World-renowned boys choir to tour big cities

The Monaco Boys Choir will play concerts in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from July 5 to 17.

Seventeen national treasures displayed together in Ho Chi Minh City

Newly recognized artifact joins 16 other treasures in Ho Chi Minh City exhibit.

Russian Film Week 2025 offers free movie screenings in Hanoi

Russian Film Week in Hanoi will screen five acclaimed movies for free from June 26 to 28.

Vietnamese artist launches gallery with NFT-authenticated painting

Kim Duc opens Lotus Art Gallery with one iconic lotus-themed work, rich in Buddhist symbolism.

Opera legends to grace Hanoi’s Ho Guom Opera House

Three global opera stars will perform in The Light of Melody, a landmark musical event in Hanoi.

Hanoi hotels sell out ahead of G-Dragon’s concert on June 21

The arrival of G-Dragon, along with several other renowned artists, is drawing a large influx of domestic and international visitors to Hanoi for a major event on June 21.

Ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" to premiere in Vietnam

For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.

Wolfoo returns to theaters with thrilling three realms race

The beloved animated character Wolfoo, adored by Vietnamese children and millions of young viewers worldwide, will make his cinematic return this July in Wolfoo and the Three Realms Race.

Vietnamese artists unveil GOm Show to export native culture worldwide

Inspired by Vietnam’s pottery heritage, GOm Show aims for international acclaim.

Nha Trang Sea Festival to feature music, carnival, int’l sports

A large-scale carnival parade, a grand music show and vibrant international cultural, sport exchanges will headline the Nha Trang Sea Festival 2025, expected to draw over 20,000 visitors throughout June.

Hanoi to host large-scale culture, heritage festival

The Hanoi People's Committee has issued Plan No. 157/KH-UBND on organising the Thang Long - Hanoi Festival 2025, aiming to honour, preserve and promote the values of cultural identities and heritage of the capital city.

Nha Trang Sea Festival to feature music, carnival, int’l sports

A large-scale carnival parade, a grand music show and vibrant international cultural, sport exchanges will headline the Nha Trang Sea Festival 2025, expected to draw over 20,000 visitors throughout June.