HCMC launches its first Children’s Book Awards
The HCMC’s first Children’s Book Awards was launched at the 4th Children's Book Festival 2023 which opened at the municipal Book Street on June 1.
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59 beauties shortlisted for 2023 Miss World Vietnam
The organization board of the 2023 Miss World Vietnam beauty contest just revealed a list of 59 contestants who have been selected, after the preliminary stages, to compete in the short-listed round of the pageant held in HCMC from May 24 -June 11.
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Photo exhibition marks monk’s self-immolation
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Hoi The Trung Hieu recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage
Paragliding Competition 2023 held on Ly Son Island
Baguette-making contest marks Vietnam-France diplomatic ties
Joint-opera celebrates Vietnam-Japan diplomatic relations
Transgender beauty contest fined VND55 mil for organization without permission
Museum receives valuable memorabilia related to President Ho Chi Minh
HCMC marks President Ho Chi Minh's birthday, departure for national salvation
Lam Dong holds exhibition marking Uncle Ho’s 133rd birthday anniversary
M’nong people’s folk craft recognized as national intangible cultural heritage
New stamp collection features Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house
Via Ba Chua Xu festival nominated for UNESCO recognition
National program on cultural development approved
Japanese flower arrangement exhibition opens in HCMC
“Mrs. Nu’s family” wins top prizes at DANAFF 2023
Bach Dang pile yard added to dossier seeking UNESCO recognition
European Literature Days 2023 kick off in Hanoi
Activities celebrating Uncle Ho’s 133rd birthday held nationwide
Telefilm 2023 to take place next week
The Vietnam International Exhibition on Film and Television Technology – Telefilm 2023 will be held at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in HCMC’s District 7 from June 8-10.
Exciting fruit festivals take place throughout summer in HCMC
On June 1, some districts in Ho Chi Minh City announced that they would be hosting a range of recreational and entertainment programs throughout the summer.
2nd fruit floating market to take place in District 8, HCMC
An opening ceremony of the second fruit floating market will take place on the Tau Hu-Ben Nghe canal along the streets of Binh Dong Wharf and Nguyen Van Cua in District 8. The event will open at 8 a.m. on June 17 and end on June 22.
Fund-raising exhibition presents paintings by children with autism
Paintings by children with autism will be presented at a fund-raising exhibition in Hanoi that will be opened to the public from June 2.
Exhibition showcases press materials on Buddhism
More than 100 press photos and materials involving Buddhist events published between 1963 and now are on display at an exhibition opened in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) on May 30.
700-year-old gold apple tree recognized as heritage tree
A 700-year-old gold apple tree (or yellow Diospyros decandra Lour ) in the north-central province of Ha Tinh has been recognized as a heritage tree by the Vietnam Association for Conservation of Nature and Environment (VACNE).
Japanese dolls charm spectators in Da Nang
An exhibition of Japanese dolls celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan opened in the central beach city of Da Nang on May 30.
59 beauties shortlisted for 2023 Miss World Vietnam
The organization board of the 2023 Miss World Vietnam beauty contest just revealed a list of 59 contestants who have been selected, after the preliminary stages, to compete in the short-listed round of the pageant held in HCMC from May 24 -June 11.
An Giang’s national tourism area to open for free during Via Ba Chua Xu festival
Sam Mountain National Tourism Area in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang will offer no-cost admission to visitors during the 2023 Via Ba Chua Xu festival which is scheduled to take place on June 8-14.
HCMC’s stages present numerous art performances marking Children's Day
A wide range of art performances for kids has been held across the city to mark International Children's Day (on June 1) and meet their demand for entertainment during summer break.
Vietnamese directors shine at 2023 Cannes Film Festival
Vietnamese-French filmmaker Tran Anh Hung won the best director prize at the 76th Cannes International Film Festival for "La passion de Dodin Bouffant" (The Pot-au-Feu) on May 27.
HCMC’s exhibition marks 75th anniversary of Vietnam Association of Architects
An award ceremony and an exhibition of prize-winning pictures of the “City in the Eye of Architecture 2022” photo contest were held in HCMC on May 27 with the participation of Vice Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee Nguyen Ho Hai.
Painting masterpieces from the Netherlands come to Hanoi
An exhibition showcasing the masterpieces of Dutch artists from the Golden Age to the end of the 19th century opened in Hanoi on May 26.
Vietnamese publishers attend AFCC in Singapore
Vietnamese publishers and contributors attended the 14th Asian Festival of Children’s Content (AFCC) in Singapore from now until May 28.
US supports Vietnam in preserving Nguyen Dynasty woodblocks
A ceremony to announce the completion of a project on preserving Nguyen Dynasty woodblocks (moc ban), a UNESCO-recognised documentary heritage item, was held at the National Archives Centre IV in the Central Highland province of Lam Dong on May 25.
Vietnam, Belarus foster cultural, art collaboration
The Vietnamese Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) in coordination with the Ministry of Culture of Belarus on May 24 held an art program in HCMC as part of Belarus Cultural Days 2023 in Vietnam.
Vietnamese fried spring rolls among world's 100 most popular appetizers
Vietnamese fried spring roll (known as “nem ran” in the north and “cha gio” in the south in Vietnam) is on the list of 100 most popular appetizers in the world compiled by international food magazine Taste Atlas.
HCMC’s Southern Fruit Festival 2023 to take place next weekend
The HCMC annual largest fruit festival 2023 will return to Suoi Tien Cultural Park in Thu Duc City on June 1- August 31.
HCMC to host Vietnam-ASEAN culture, food festival
HCMC will host the 2023 Vietnam-ASEAN Culture and Food Festival at the Hoa Lu Stadium in District 1 from May 25-28.
Special circus performance to celebrate Children’s Day
The Vietnam Circus Federation will present special circus performances at Hoa Binh Theater in HCMC’s District 10 on May 28 – June 3.