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Ho Chi Minh City may ban artists with offensive songs from public events

Ho Chi Minh City recommends banning artists with vulgar or unethical lyrics from events.

Vietnamese cinema and art industries surge in 2025

Film critic Le Hong Lam revealed that domestic box office revenue reached nearly USD 123 million in just the first half of 2025, up USD 11 million year-on-year.

People’s Artist emphasizes importance of ‘cultured’ behavior in cyberspace

Xuan Bac, Director of the Performing Arts Department, said amid strong digital technology development, behaving with culture and civility online is not only a moral requirement but also a social responsibility of every individual and organization.

Vietnam great unity – cultural heritage week to take place this November

A week-long programme spotlighting the Vietnamese great unity bloc and cultural heritage is set to kick off at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi on November 18.

Art exhibition deepens Vietnam – RoK friendship

The Vietnam Fine Art Association and the association of culture and art exchange of the Republic of Korea (RoK) opened an art exhibition in Hanoi on October 23, helping tighten the friendship between the two countries.

Photo Hanoi’25 to gather artists, experts from 21 countries

Photo Hanoi’25, an international photography biennale, is set to take place in the capital throughout November, gathering over 170 visual artists, photographers, curators, and experts from 21 countries.

Thang Long Festival to showcase Hanoi’s vibrant heritage with 30 cultural events

The Thang Long Festival, honoring a millennium of Hanoi's cultural heritage, will feature 30 vibrant cultural activities that celebrate the capital's creative spirit and ancient traditions.

Hue launches mural road promoting plastic waste reduction

The Cu Lac – Ngu My Thanh mural road for plastic reduction in Ngu My Thanh village, the central city of Hue, is a highlight in the local journey toward building a green, clean, and eco-friendly community-based tourism.

Cham culture shines in Khanh Hoa's largest Kate Festival

The Kate Festival of the Cham people is taking place in Khanh Hoa province, offering vibrant colors and a rich cultural atmosphere, with thousands of participants.

Sammo Hung and Louis Koo to attend Hong Kong film gala in Vietnam

The Hong Kong Film Gala will be held in Vietnam for the first time from November 6 to 8, featuring the arrival of action legends Sammo Hung and Louis Koo.

Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week 2025 to be held in Dong Mo

The 2025 'Great Unity of Ethnic Groups – Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week', aims to preserve and promote the tradition of national unity, honour the cultural heritage of Vietnamese ethnic groups.

Cheo Festival 2025 to bring traditional theatre to life in Bac Ninh

The 2025 National Cheo Festival, one of the country’s most anticipated traditional theatre events, is back with a rich line-up of performances showcasing both artistic heritage and fresh creative energy.

‘Grandma’s little treasure’ grosses $1.2M, tops Vietnamese box office

"Grandma’s little treasure", featuring stars Viet Huong and Hong Dao, delivered an impressive performance at the Vietnamese box office last weekend, grossing nearly 30 billion VND (approximately USD 1.2 million).

Fiber art exhibition weaves memory and emotion in Hanoi

Artist Nguyen Phuong Thao presents her debut solo exhibition “Soi,” using fiber to connect emotions, memories, and time through a unique artistic lens.

Vietnamese teen wows American symphony with heartfelt opera tribute

Young Vietnamese opera talent Duong Duc Hai captivated the audience during a historic cultural exchange concert with the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra.

Secret Garden stirs 4,000 hearts in magical Hanoi concert

Nordic legends Secret Garden brought their timeless music and emotional storytelling to life during their first show in Vietnam.

Secret Garden gifts Vietnam a treasured violin and magical concert

Secret Garden chose Vietnam to launch their 30th-anniversary tour, bringing with them a special violin gift and a promise of musical healing.

Secret Garden welcomed in Hanoi with hand-painted Vietnamese conical hats

On the afternoon of October 16, after a 15-hour flight from Oslo, Norway, Fionnuala Sherry and Rolf Løvland of Secret Garden arrived at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi.

Vietnam through 80 autumns: A nation’s journey in 200 photographs

The “Homeland - 80 Autumns of Independence” exhibition captures a vibrant and emotional visual journey through Vietnam’s past and present.

Secret Garden returns: A healing ritual in the heart of Hanoi

Secret Garden’s upcoming Hanoi concert promises to be a soulful gathering for generations seeking mental wellness through music.