Ready to join the Katê festival

Prepare the ceremony thoroughly.

In Phuoc Huu commune, preparations are focused on Huu Duc and Hau Sanh villages and the area where the procession of ceremonial costumes will take place. Lighting systems and environmental sanitation along the roads and ceremonial sites are being reviewed; plans to ensure security, order, and traffic safety are also being implemented to best serve the people and tourists during the festival days. Mr. Vo Minh Tan, Vice Chairman of the Phuoc Huu Commune People's Committee, said: “The local authorities require villages, agencies, and units to coordinate thoroughly, creating conditions for religious leaders and people to perform the rituals solemnly, safely, in accordance with traditional customs and State regulations.”

The Po Klong Garai Tower National Special Monument is one of the places that attracts a large number of locals and tourists during the Katê Festival.

According to the plan, the procession of ceremonial robes from Phuoc Ha commune to the Inner Temple in Huu Duc village will take place on the afternoon of October 9th. On the morning of October 10th, the procession will continue carrying the ceremonial robes from the Inner Temple to the Outer Temple of Po Inu Nugar to perform the traditional rituals. On the same day, in Hau Sanh village, the procession of ceremonial robes from the Inner Temple to the Po Rome Tower will take place early in the morning, followed by a ceremonial offering at the tower.

In Ninh Phuoc commune, preparations for the ceremonial part are also underway in the Cham villages. According to Ms. Che Hoang Thu Hao, Vice Chairman of the Ninh Phuoc Commune People's Committee, the locality focuses on creating conditions for religious leaders, officials, followers, and people to perform the rituals according to tradition; while also preparing for security, environmental hygiene, food safety, and other aspects of the festival. On the morning of October 11th, the locality, in coordination with the Customs Committee and the villages, organized the procession of ceremonial attire and the opening ceremony of the Po Klaong Can temple. In addition, the worship of the village deity was also held in My Nghiep, Chung My, and Bau Truc villages.

According to Mr. Nguyen Trung Nghia, Director of the Provincial Cultural Heritage Conservation Center, the unit is coordinating with the Council of Religious Leaders, the Customs Committee, and relevant agencies and localities to prepare for the Katê Festival at the Po Klong Garai Tower National Special Monument (Do Vinh Ward) and the Po Rome Tower National Monument. The unit is focusing on the ceremonial space, environmental sanitation, ensuring security and order, and organizing the reception of people coming to perform the rituals.

Get ready for the festive days!

Besides the solemn ceremonies, cultural and sporting activities in the Cham villages contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the Katê Festival. From October 5th to 9th, villages in Phuoc Huu commune organized many cultural and sporting activities. Specifically, Huu Duc village organized a volleyball exchange; Hau Sanh village held men's and women's football matches; and Nhu Binh and Nhu Ngoc villages organized football exchanges. On October 9th, residents of Huu Duc and Hau Sanh villages participated in a collective dance and song performance. According to Mr. Vo Minh Tan, the festival activities were organized to suit each locality, creating a joyful atmosphere, strengthening community interaction, and contributing to a more lively atmosphere in the days leading up to the main ceremony.

Amateur performers from Huu Duc village, Phuoc Huu commune, are practicing for the Katê Festival 2026.

In Ninh Phuoc commune, a new feature in this year's Katê Festival is the integration of activities with the first Bau Truc Cham Pottery Festival. According to Ms. Che Hoang Thu Hao, this combination aims to create more space to showcase Cham culture, traditional craft villages, and distinctive local products; while also providing locals and tourists with many experiences during the festival.

According to the plan, from October 10th to 12th, Ninh Phuoc commune will organize an exhibition space showcasing Cham pottery art; displaying pottery products, brocade weaving, OCOP products, and local cuisine. In addition, there will be sports competitions, folk games, children's painting, beautiful Cham calligraphy, Cham folk singing, graceful Cham girls, and pottery skills demonstrations. On the evening of October 10th, an art program titled "The Soul of Bau Truc Pottery" will take place; and on October 11th, a scientific seminar on preserving and promoting the artistic value of Cham pottery will be held.

Integrating traditional crafts into the festival activities helps to connect the festival space more closely with community life. In Bau Truc and My Nghiep, pottery and brocade weaving are still maintained daily. During the festival days, locals and tourists can meet artisans, watch pottery and brocade weaving demonstrations, learn about the product creation process, and hear stories associated with traditional crafts. Currently, the Bau Truc Cham Community Tourism Board, the Bau Truc Pottery Cooperative, and the My Nghiep Brocade Weaving Cooperative are actively renovating the space, preparing for craft demonstrations, and introducing characteristic products.

From October 5th to 15th, the Po Klong Garai Tower National Special Monument will host an exhibition of images and artifacts related to the Katê festival; Cham temples and towers; My Nghiep weaving; and Bau Truc pottery. The Po Rome Tower National Monument will also feature activities introducing Cham culture. "Along with serving the rituals, the Provincial Cultural Heritage Conservation Center also focuses on providing explanations and exhibits to help people and tourists better understand the relics and the values ​​of Cham culture. Specialized departments are assigned to prepare facilities, maintain cleanliness, welcome and guide visitors, and coordinate security during the festival days," said Mr. Nguyen Trung Nghia.

The Katê festival is fast approaching. The sounds of ginang drums and saranai horns resound in Cham villages and at temples and towers, signaling the start of the traditional festival that the Cham people, along with many locals and tourists, are eagerly awaiting.

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