With plans to build three international passenger ports by 2030, HCM City aims to unlock the vast potential of cruise tourism, a “gold mine” that could cement its position as Việt Nam’s premier gateway for high-spending international travellers.

UNESCO’s decision to honour and jointly commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Lê Quý Đôn demonstrates the international community’s recognition of Việt Nam's scientific, cultural, and educational heritage, as well as the scholar’s exceptional intellectual contributions.

A new generation, a new gaze of Vietnamese-Czech experience through photography

Việt Nam is the first, and currently the only, film market in Asia to surpass its pre-COVID-19 revenue level. The market share of Vietnamese films reached 44 per cent in 2024, compared to 25 per cent for American films.

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ngô Lê Văn described the recognition a milestone in the materialisation of the Party and State’s policies on international integration and cultural revitalisation in the new era.

Amid more than 3,000 booths from across the country, Sơn La province offers a distinctive experience where highland culture, music, and cuisine blend harmoniously, recreating the spirit of the northwest in the heart of the capital.

Audiences can go behind the scenes to discover each film’s creative journey, hear untold production stories and engage directly with the cast and crew. Fans will also have the chance to take photos, join interactive Q&A sessions and receive exclusive souvenirs from the organisers.

This is an annual activity of the city aimed at promoting tourism in the capital while honouring, preserving, and spreading the unique intangible cultural values of the Vietnamese traditional dress.

A collection of over 50 curated artworks by artist Bùi Tiến Tuấn, most of which are abstract acrylic ink paintings on silk, is on display at his 12th solo art exhibition at the Thái Công gallery in HCM City’s Sài Gòn Ward.

Over 200 vegetarian booths from restaurants, brands, chefs, and cuisine artisans across the country and hundreds of visitors took part in the 2025 Green Food Festival at Bình Phú park in HCM City’s Bình Phú Ward on October 31.

The exhibition themed "Converse the Journey: Close View - Code S", showcases 41 selected lacquer paintings by artist Phạm Sinh at Ngô Quyền Street, Hà Nội from November 1-11.

Việt Nam National Fine Arts Museum (VNFAM) launches a programme Night at the Museum taking place on the last Friday of each month. 

Season 3 will see rapper Double2T and young artists such as Hồ Đông Quan, Cường Bạch and Wonbi, accompany the students.

Swedish and Vietnamese jazz artists Hakan Rydin will have shows in Hà Nội from October 31 to November 2.

Việt Nam outshone many strong regional nominees to claim top honours in key natural tourism categories at the 2025 World Travel Awards (WTA) for Asia and Oceania, held on October 13 in China’s Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).

This year’s event, themed “Community in Celebration,” highlighted the spirit of solidarity among ASEAN countries as they jointly celebrate holidays, milestones, and seasonal transitions. Through shared trust, connection, and harmony, ASEAN member states continue to build the strength of their communities - linking families, friends, neighbours, and diverse ethnic groups across the region.

Vietnamese traditional puppetry is expected to become more widely popular in the community after the Việt Nam Puppet Theatre signed major performance agreements with two partners during the ongoing Autumn Fair 2025 in Hà Nội.

Tucked away in the heart of Hà Nội, Mazzy’s Board Game Museum is home to nearly 4,000 titles, from classic strategy sets to rare collector’s editions. Not just a place to play, it’s a space where creativity, connection and culture come alive.

Twenty international and Vietnamese fashion designers and brands will bring their unique designs to the Aquafina Việt Nam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Fall/Winter 2025, which will take place in Hà Nội from November 11-15.

Đà Lạt in the Highland province of Lâm Đồng was named among the top destinations in Asia for the Halloween holiday.