Thang Long - Hanoi, a thousand years of civilization - The myriad colors of Vietnam

On October 3rd, the Hanoi People's Committee organized the launching ceremony to celebrate "Vietnam Culture Day" 2026 at the Vietnam Ethnic Groups Cultural and Tourism Village.

Delegates participating in the launching ceremony to celebrate "Vietnam Culture Day" 2026 in Hanoi . Photo: Duy Khanh

Integrating culture into social life.

2026 will be the first year of the "Vietnamese Culture Day". Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW of the Politburo on the development of Vietnamese culture unanimously chose November 24th every year as Vietnamese Culture Day.

With the message "Thang Long - Hanoi, a thousand years of civilization - The myriad colors of Vietnam," the launching ceremony aims to honor the cultural traditions of the capital and the cultural diversity of Vietnam's ethnic groups, while also initiating a series of activities in Hanoi from now until November 24, 2026.

Speaking at the event, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Vu Thu Ha said that designating November 24th as Vietnam Culture Day reflects the profound concern of the Party and the State for the development of culture, while also placing the responsibility on integrating cultural values ​​into social life.

Vice Chairman of Hanoi People's Committee Vu Thu Ha delivers a speech. Photo: Duy Khanh

"Culture is not only present in relics, festivals, or works of art, but must also awaken national pride, strengthen national unity, and promote a cultured and civilized lifestyle throughout society; creating a favorable environment for people to directly participate in preserving, maintaining, creating, and enjoying cultural values," emphasized Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Vu Thu Ha.

In response to Vietnam Culture Day 2026, Hanoi has directed the organization of numerous activities aimed at honoring traditional cultural values, fostering patriotism, solidarity, and national pride. Cultural, artistic, and sports activities are also organized in accordance with the conditions of each locality, creating opportunities for people to participate and enjoy them.

To ensure that Vietnam Culture Day truly becomes a people's festival, Ms. Vu Thu Ha suggested that departments, agencies, and localities develop activities in accordance with the functions and conditions of each unit, linked to building a civilized working environment, enhancing a sense of responsibility and a culture of service to the people; and at the same time, allocate, mobilize resources, and effectively utilize cultural institutions and public spaces.

The intellectual community, artists, artisans, and creative individuals are expected to continue contributing their talents and dedication through valuable cultural works and products; actively transmitting heritage, fostering love for national culture in the younger generation, and creating a connection between traditional values ​​and modern life.

The delegates took a commemorative photo.

The Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee also urged every citizen of the capital city and every family to actively participate in local cultural activities, protect historical relics, preserve good customs and traditions, and behave civilly in public places. The younger generation should proactively learn about, promote, and publicize Vietnamese culture and the culture of Thang Long - Hanoi to friends both domestically and internationally.

At the launching ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Huu Thinh, Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Ba Vi commune, representing the communes and wards of the city, delivered a speech expressing support and commitment to effectively implement programs to promote cultural values ​​in the locality.

A notable event within the program was the signing ceremony of the Coordination Regulations between Hanoi City and 10 provinces and cities regarding the organization of activities at the Vietnam Ethnic Groups Cultural and Tourism Village.

The participating localities include Thai Nguyen, Tuyen Quang, Phu Tho, Son La, Gia Lai, Quang Ngai, Khanh Hoa, Dak Lak, Hue City, and Can Tho City. The signing aims to strengthen linkages between localities in preserving and promoting the cultural values ​​of Vietnamese ethnic groups.

Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Vu Thu Ha, representing Hanoi, signed the Regulations on Coordination between Hanoi and other provinces and cities. Photo: Duy Khanh

Connecting the diverse cultures of 54 ethnic groups.

The highlight of the launching ceremony was an artistic program structured around the theme of the unified beauty of the country and the cultural identity of the three regions, highlighting the distinctive features of Thang Long - Hanoi.

Besides performances by professional artists, there will be community cultural exchange activities, showcasing the traditional arts of many ethnic groups such as the Ba Na, Gia Rai, Ede, Tay, Thai, Dao, Ta Oi, Co Tu, Khmer, etc.

The selection of the Vietnam Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village as the venue for the launching ceremony contributes to creating a space connecting the culture of Thang Long - Hanoi with the cultural values ​​of the 54 ethnic groups of Vietnam. Hanoi identifies this as the opening program, creating momentum for a series of activities in response to "Vietnam Culture Day" in 2026.

On October 3rd and 4th, 2026, the Vietnam Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village will host numerous activities including exhibitions, performances, cultural exchanges, and experiences; showcasing the cultural spaces of Thang Long - Hanoi, along with 20 booths displaying and promoting traditional craft village products, OCOP products, and other typical products of the city.

The launching ceremony created a unique cultural space, connecting different ethnic groups. Photo: Duy Khánh

Locals and tourists can directly learn about and experience cultural values ​​alongside artisans, artists, and ethnic communities.

The exhibition features six Thang Long - Hanoi cultural spaces: traditional arts and culture, "Autumn in Hanoi," traditional craft villages and streets, Thang Long calligraphy, Van Phuc silk, and Trang An cuisine. The remaining stalls showcase traditional handicrafts, products from typical craft villages and streets, and Hanoi OCOP products.

Following the launch ceremony and related activities, the "Vietnamese Culture Day in Hanoi" program will take place from November 21 to 24, 2026, in the pedestrian area around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Identified by the City as one of the capital's signature cultural events, the program aims to create a space for connection, exchange, and promotion of Vietnamese culture, encouraging people to participate in preserving, practicing, creating, and enjoying culture.

Through this series of activities, Hanoi continues to promote its role as a major cultural center of the country, spreading the historical, cultural, and traditional values ​​of a thousand years of civilization, contributing to building the capital city into a "Cultural - Civilized - Modern" city.

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