Following the success of the first event, the second World Culture Festival in Hanoi will take place from October 1st to October 4th, 2026. The event is jointly organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs , and the People's Committee of Hanoi.
The opening night of the 2nd World Culture Festival in Hanoi 2026 took place at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, a special national historical site.
Impressive depth of heritage and cultural diversity.
The opening ceremony launched an artistic journey celebrating Vietnam from the depths of its heritage to a global exchange space, showcasing the unique values of Vietnamese culture through contemporary art that is accessible and capable of connecting with the international public.
Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party, Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra .
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Party Central Committee Secretary and Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra affirmed: “Heritage is the memory of each nation, the crystallization of intellect, labor, and creativity over thousands of years of history. But heritage does not depend solely on the past; its value is present in the present and is an important resource for building the future. Each country and each nation has its own heritage, but when they converge, they blend together, creating a diversity of cultural expression values, enriching the treasure trove of human civilization. From folk songs, dances, music , folk performing arts, from costumes, cuisine, traditional crafts to relics, scenic spots, festivals, and folk knowledge… All tell stories about people, culture, country, homeland, aspirations for life, and values that generations want to pass on to the future. Therefore, the convergence of heritage is the convergence of people, the convergence of culture is the convergence of people.” "The convergence of shared human values."
The program opens with "Vietnam in Diverse Colors," which fully recreates the identity of the 54 ethnic groups.
The opening ceremony brought together numerous renowned artists and prestigious art organizations from Vietnam, such as Honorary Professor and Doctor Chu Bao Que, People's Artist Trong Phuc, singers Truc Nhan, Hoa Minzy, Duc Phuc, Hoang Bach, Ha Myo, GOM show, solo drummer Thu Ha, Thanh Am Xanh Group; Hue Royal Court Traditional Arts Theatre, Bac Ninh Quan Ho Theatre, Trong Dong Group, Tay Nguyen Gong Art Troupe...
In addition, the program also welcomed international art troupes from countries such as Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, China, Indonesia, Israel, South Korea, Laos, Pakistan, Peru, and Ukraine, creating a diverse and engaging space for artistic exchange.
The artistic performance by the Chinese delegation.
The program guides viewers through a tightly interconnected emotional journey. It opens with "Vietnam in Diverse Colors," fully recreating the identity of 54 ethnic groups through the scene "Mother's Lullaby," a medley of folk songs from the three regions, Hue Royal Court Music, the song "Southern Land," and the Quan Ho folk melodies of Bac Ninh. This is followed by the space "Five Continents Converge," bringing together the colors of international art troupes, thereby affirming the spirit of respecting the diversity of human culture. The opening night concludes brilliantly with the theme "Development & a Brilliant Future," where folk elements harmonize with Rap, Hip-hop, and EDM through vibrant performances by Hoa Minzy, Duc Phuc, Truc Nhan, Ha Myo, and Hoang Bach.
The Quan Ho folk melodies of Bac Ninh were performed on stage during the opening night.
One of the highlights of the program is the 3D mapping projection on Doan Mon Gate, offering a stunning visual experience; recreating Vietnamese cultural symbols, heritage, and landscapes in a vibrant, multi-dimensional space.
According to the organizers, this year's event attracted the participation of 50 countries and international organizations on an impressive scale, including: 45 unique cultural spaces; 35 distinctive food stalls from various continents; film screenings from 20 countries; a fashion space showcasing traditional costumes from 15 countries; and performances by 19 international art troupes.
The festival is expected to be the most outstanding cultural and diplomatic highlight of 2026, contributing to affirming Hanoi's position as a UNESCO Creative City, a place where the finest cultural values from around the world converge and spread.
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