To celebrate the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2), the "Happy Vietnam" photo and video exhibition will offer visitors a multisensory journey through 80 years of independence, freedom, and happiness. The event takes place from August 28 to September 5 at the National Exhibition Center in Dong Anh, Hanoi.

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The exhibition runs from August 28 to September 5 at Level 2, Building A1, National Exhibition Center.

A symbolic total of 29,220 gifts - representing each day of the past 80 years - will be distributed to attendees. These tokens commemorate Vietnam’s journey toward happiness and development.

The exhibition is part of the National Socio-Economic Achievement Showcase and features a cutting-edge combination of art and technology. The main highlight is a digital experience space powered by 3D/VR/Metaverse technology under the theme “Happy Vietnam.” This immersive zone showcases 150 photographs and 30 videos, carefully curated from over 20,000 submissions by both domestic and international contributors through the Vietnam.vn platform.

The exhibit is divided into three categories: “Land of Happiness,” “People of Happiness,” and “Moments of Happiness.”

Digital innovations such as 3D mapping and augmented reality (AR) allow users worldwide to explore Vietnam’s 80-year journey and interact with a multilayered digital map covering 34 provinces and cities. The experience also includes interactive zones, such as a scaled-down public loudspeaker system, often associated with traditional Vietnamese neighborhoods.

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The display space merges digital technology with traditional cultural values.
A total of 29,220 commemorative gifts will be given to visitors.

At a press briefing earlier today, Mr. Tran Tuan from the Department of Grassroots Information and External Communications under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism emphasized the creative integration of digital tools and cultural heritage throughout the exhibition.

One of the most attractive features is the opportunity for visitors to create their own folk paintings and receive one of 1,000 unique artworks as keepsakes. Additionally, the 29,220 commemorative gifts integrate everyday items with iconic imagery of a happy Vietnam and modern digital design.

Among the notable gifts are the “80 Years + S” notebook symbolizing the unending journey of knowledge; the “34 Provinces and Cities” notebook reflecting the diversity of Vietnam’s people and culture; and the “Happy Vietnam” notebook inspiring a forward-looking spirit of creativity and innovation among youth.

The exhibition also pays tribute to traditional arts. Visitors will encounter lacquer paintings crafted by folk artists, including a historically significant reproduction of the “Edict on the Transfer of the Capital” issued by King Ly Thai To when relocating the capital from Hoa Lu (Ninh Binh) to Thang Long (Hanoi).

Interactive features such as photobooths, the “Tree of Happiness” for leaving personal messages, and a large digital “Happiness Map” formed by 800 puzzle pieces offer deeper engagement for attendees.

Each visitor will also receive a “Happiness Passport” as a memento of their experience.

According to the Department of Grassroots Information and External Communications, the "Happy Vietnam" exhibition highlights that after 80 years of independence, Vietnam’s development has centered not only on economic and social progress but also on placing happiness at the heart of national growth. This enduring focus represents the country's core strength and its people’s shared faith in a brighter future.

Binh Minh