Held under the theme “80-Year Journey of Independence – Freedom – Happiness”, the event will run from August 28 to September 5 at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Dong Anh commune, Hanoi.

An extraordinary lacquer portrait of President Ho Chi Minh measuring 2.4m x 3.6m is now on display at the “Independent Spring” exhibition at the Ho Chi Minh Museum.

The reading-culture space of Hanoi’s iconic Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature Complex) was inaugurated at nearby Van Lake on August 18 to mark the 80th anniversary of the country’s August Revolution (August 19) and National Day.

The “Ethnicity - Belief and Heritage” photo exhibition highlights Vietnam’s spiritual and ethnic diversity with powerful visual storytelling.

The Ministry of Culture has launched the “Identity” contest to celebrate 80 years of independence and inspire pride in Vietnamese culture.

Nguyen Thanh Vu presents paintings and ceramics with motifs of clouds and waves, reflecting philosophy, spirituality, and the essence of life.

The IL-14 that once served as President Ho Chi Minh’s official plane is now on display in Hanoi.

Hanoi celebrates 80 years of independence with historic displays at Thang Long Citadel.

An exhibition celebrating Vietnam’s achievements over the past 80 years, which will be held from August 28 to September 5 at the National Exposition Centre, is expected to become a cultural and political highlight of the year.

The upcoming “Doll Fest 2025” will unveil Vietnam’s first-ever fairytale doll collection inspired by cultural stories, with organizers planning to register it as a Vietnam record.

As Vietnam prepares to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2), a series of grand art programmess are taking centre stage across the nation, connecting millions of Vietnamese hearts.

An exhibition in Hanoi showcases Vietnam’s first national currency and pivotal historical artifacts, honoring the 80th anniversary of independence.

"Things Everlasting" 2025 will feature both new and returning artists in a special National Day concert at Ho Guom Theatre.

An exhibition featuring national achievements will be held on the occasion of the 80th National Day (September 2, 1945–2025), according to Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ta Quang Dong.

The acclaimed Eifman Ballet will bring Anna Karenina to Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi this November and December.

Eleven bands representing eight nations will converge in Hanoi for the World Police Music Festival 2025, scheduled for August 9 to 10.

More than 150 images on display highlight the National Assembly’s 80-year development and the performance of the HCM City delegation of NA deputies during the 2021–2026 term.

Swedish fiddler Mats Eden and Vietnamese musician Ngo Tra My will perform together on August 5 in Hanoi. ​

From September 1 to 3, major cultural venues open free to honor the country's 80th National Day.

The “Vietnamese Mona Lisa,” a rare artwork by renowned painter Mai Trung Thu, has captured the attention of the art community after its repatriation and display at the Quang San Museum of Art.