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From North to South: 10 Colorful Shows and Festivals of Vietnam

24 June 2024 Hoi An Tourism Admin

With thousands of years of history, Vietnam has built its own extremely rich and diverse culture. From customs and traditional festivals to historical relics and scenic landscapes, all contribute to creating a unique and impressive cultural picture.

In particular, stage art and annual festivals are one of the most unique forms of cultural expression in Vietnam. Through many historical ups and downs, stage art has constantly developed, becoming increasingly rich and diverse in genres and forms of performance. If you are also a lover of art performances as well as unique festivals, let's join Hoi An Memories Land to name 10 colorful Vietnam shows from North to South in the article below!

1. Hoi An Memories (Hoi An, Quang Nam)

When it comes to outstanding and renowned Vietnam shows, the Memories of Hoi An show is a must-mention - a scenography Vietnam show that is likened to a lively symphony of history, culture and people in the ancient town. The show opens a window to the past, taking us through each stage of Hoi An's brilliant development, from the primitive period to the present bustling metropolis.

Hoi An Memories is not only an art show, but also a journey back in time, bringing tourists back to the golden history of Hoi An ancient town. Each performance in the show is a vivid picture, recreating historical and cultural moments typical of this land. Moreover, Hoi An Memories also conquers tourists with its grand investment in stage, sound and light. The 25,000m2 stage with a modern lighting system, combined with soulful music, creates an extremely satisfying visual effect. Nearly 500 professional actors, with skillful dances and gorgeous costumes, breathe life into each story, bringing tourists to live fully in each moment.

Hoi An Memories Show is a feast for the eyes with its magnificent stage

More than a show, Hoi An Memories is a cultural journey where tourists can learn about the long-standing traditional values of Hoi An. Familiar images in Vietnamese folk culture such as Ao Dai, bamboo, conical hats, looms and stilt houses, etc., are delicately recreated, creating a vivid, familiar and attractive picture of Vietnam. The highlight is the image of "land and water" - two inseparable elements in Vietnamese culture. The image of the dragon father and fairy mother, along with people on the mountain and people under the sea are vividly recreated, as an affirmation of the origin and national spirit. The show also cleverly incorporates good qualities such as perseverance, loyalty and steadfastness, expressing the spirit and moral values of the Vietnamese in a discreet and subtle way.

It can be said that Hoi An Memories is an artistic masterpiece, a must-visit destination when coming to Hoi An. The show is like a symphony praising the beauty of Vietnamese culture, evoking national pride and attracting tourists with its sophistication, visual satisfaction and full of emotions.

Information about the Hoi An Memories show:

Location: 200 Nguyen Tri Phuong (turn left), Cam Nam Ward, Hoi An City, Quang Nam
Showtime: Every night except Tuesday
Duration: 60 minutes (from 8pm - 9pm)
Ticket Price:
- Local Children: 120,000VND - 240,000VND - 480,000VND
- Local Adults: 350,000VND - 500,000VND - 950,000VND
- Tourist Children: 150,000VND - 300,000VND - 600,000VND
- Tourist Adults: 600,000VND - 750,000VND - 1,200,000VND

Hoi An Memories is an artistic masterpiece Vietnam show

2. Hue Royal Court Music (Duyet Thi Duong, Thua Thien - Hue)

Hue Royal Court Music - a world-famous intangible heritage - is the heart of the Vietnamese feudal dynasty, a harmony praising the power of royalty and the longevity of the nation. Since the feudal period, Royal Music has been performed on important occasions such as Dai Trieu, Thuong Trieu, Te Giao, Te Mieu, etc., contributing to creating a solemn and noble atmosphere.

Each melodious melody and each elegant lyric gently leads us into the world of the ancient royal court. Hue Royal Court Music is not only music, but also a symbol of the king’s authority and the pride of the dynasty. The majestic rhythm, the graceful dances, the splendid costumes, all create an extremely unique and impressive cultural picture.

Recognizing the great value of Hue Royal Court Music, UNESCO officially recognized it as an Intangible Cultural Heritage and Oral and Oral Heritage of Humanity on November 7, 2003. This is a great honor for Vietnam, affirming the position of Vietnamese culture in the international arena.

If you have the opportunity to visit Hue, take the time to enjoy the Royal Court Music. This is a chance for you to fully experience the cultural beauty of the ancient capital, to understand more about the history and traditions of Vietnam. The Royal Court Music will take you to a different world, a world of sound, color and emotion, where you can find serenity and peace in your soul.

Information about Hue Royal Court Music:

Location: Duyet Thi Duong Theater (Citadel - Hue)
Showtime: 10:00 - 10:40 and 15:00 - 15:40
Ticket price: 200,000 VND/person/show

3. Tu Phu (Hoan Kiem, Hanoi)

The belief in worshiping the Mother Goddesses of Tam Phu (or Tu Phu) has been ingrained in the Vietnamese people's souls for generations, as a prayer for a peaceful and happy life. UNESCO's recognition of this belief as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2016 is a testament to its enduring value and great influence.

Continuing that intangible cultural heritage, director Viet Tu has given wings to Tu Phu - a unique artistic show, taking the audience on a journey to discover the mystical spiritual world. The melodious Chau Van music, the colorful costumes of the mediums and the professional acting blend together in a short 45 minutes, creating a colorful cultural picture. Each performance: Chau De Nhi, Ong Hoang Muoi and Co Be Thuong Ngan is a story, a unique range of emotions, taking the audience on an adventure into the magical spiritual world.

Tu Phu is not just a show, but also a subtle combination of the quintessence of Mother Goddess religion, the ritual of spirit mediumship with modern sound and light effects. The magical light and melodious music lead the audience from the real world to the spiritual world, where miracles are hidden and prayers are sent.

Tu Phu - a unique artistic stage, a colorful spiritual journey, bringing the audience to traditional cultural values and exploring the mysterious spiritual world. Come and feel Tu Phu to better understand the nation's intangible cultural heritage and find peace in your soul.

Information about Tu Phu:

Location: Cong Nhan Theater, 42 Trang Tien, Hanoi
Showtime: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday every week. The first show is at 6:00 p.m., the second show is at 7:30 p.m.
Reference ticket price: 295,000 VND, 245,000 VND and 129,000 VND/person depending on the seat

Tu Phu - a unique artistic Vietnam show

4. Tinh Hoa Viet Nam (Phu Quoc, Kien Giang)

The Tinh Hoa Viet Nam Show is a scenography Vietnam show staged with modern projection technology, the largest scale ever, directly created and staged by director Viet Tu - "stage wizard" - with an investment of up to millions of dollars.

Tinh Hoa Viet Nam Stage is a vivid picture of traditional culture and folklore of the coastal region of Vietnam. Dances in fishing villages, praying for fishermen, Nghinh Ong ceremonies, seafaring and fishing activities, etc., are recreated elaborately and meticulously, bringing tourists back to the good cultural values of the nation.

The show is shown throughout the year (2,920 mini-shows during the day/year, 365 shows/night/year), creating favorable conditions for tourists to visit and admire. The performance stage of Tinh Hoa Viet Nam has an area of up to 11,200m2, with the harmonious combination of more than 200 dancers, creating an extremely impressive artistic picture. Besides the grandeur, the show also has high cultural and artistic value, expressing the identity and beauty of Vietnamese traditions through the recreation of the bustling and lively ancient Thang Long scene throughout the 300-minute performance. Furthermore, when enjoying Tinh Hoa Viet Nam, tourists can also admire more than 20 architectural works, recreating cultural activities and traditional Vietnamese villages in the most realistic and vivid way.

Information of Tinh Hoa Viet Nam:

Location: Grand World sleepless entertainment and shopping city (part of Phu Quoc United Center mega complex) at Bai Dai, Ganh Dau, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang province.
Showtime: Weekdays from 20:15-21:00
Ticket price: From 230,000 VND - 300,000 VND

5. A O Show (Ho Chi Minh City)

The A O Show is a performance show that brings simple, everyday stories told through music and sound in a subtle way. The show is a harmonious combination of many artistic forms such as circus, pantomime, traditional opera, folk songs, amateur music, vong co, hip-hop, acrobatics and contemporary dance, etc. All, these elements create a vivid picture, making the audience feel familiar, as if they had witnessed it in real life.

Bamboo - A Symbol of Strength, Resilience, and Stability in Vietnamese Culture

Bamboo - a symbol of strength, resilience and steadfastness of the Vietnamese people - is the material throughout the plays of the A O show. Through circus art, talented artists constantly transform and create, leading the audience on a journey to discover the villages of Southern Vietnam. Familiar images of the Vietnamese countryside appear close and vivid, bringing the feeling of reliving the everyday moments of the homeland.

Information about the A O show:

Location: Ho Chi Minh City Theater, 7 Lam Son Square, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Showtime: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday every week. The first show is at 6:00 p.m., the second show is at 7:30 p.m. Duration: 60 minutes
Ticket price: 800,000 VND - 1,250,000 VND - 1,750,000 VND

The A O show - a show that brings simple, everyday stories

6. Champa Dance (Hai Chau, Da Nang)

The A O show vividly recreates the traditional dances of the Cham people, an ethnic minority with a long history and culture in Vietnam. The dances are performed by talented artists in splendid costumes, accompanied by typical Cham music. Most Cham dances have religious, spiritual and royal ritual nuances. Dances honoring the god Siva, the goddess Uma, and the goddess Apsara are familiar performances, which can be performed by individuals or groups. Cham folk dances are notable for four main dances: fan dance, water-carrying dance, scarf dance and fire-stepping dance.

Information of the Champa Dance :

Location: Trung Vuong Theater, 280 Tran Phu, Hai Chau, Da Nang
Showtimes: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 8:00 PM
Ticket Prices: 200,000 - 400,000 VND

7. The Uva Legend (Noong Luong, Dien Bien)

The show tells the legend of Uva - a beautiful and brave woman of the Thai people, who sacrificed herself to protect her village from foreign invaders. The show is staged magnificently with a combination of music, light and dance, creating an emotional artistic picture. The space of the Legend of Uva is performed at the Uva hot mineral water resort, blending with the beautiful natural landscape, including the Uva lotus lake and the typical mountain and forest scenery of Dien Bien. The images of Uva lake, water wheels, Ban flowers, and rice fields create a picture that is both majestic and poetic.

The Vietnam show "UVA Legend" leads the audience into an artistic space divided into three chapters: Chapter I recreates the legend of the Thai people with the Legend of the Gourd; Chapter II tells about the Piêu scarf and the Ban flower tree; Chapter III is the Xen Pang festival, expressing gratitude to heaven, earth and ancestors. The show honors the humanistic values, long-standing traditions and pride of the Thai people, creating a deep connection between the present and the past.

Information about the Legend of Uva:

Location: Uva Village Cultural House, Noong Luong Commune, Dien Bien District, Dien Bien Province

8. Buckwheat Flower Festival (Ha Giang)

The Ha Giang Buckwheat Flower Festival is annually held on the Dong Van Stone Plateau, Ha Giang - known as the land of the Fatherland's headland. The festival takes place in October and November, when the buckwheat flower fields are in full bloom, dyeing the entire Northwest sky purple and pink. The purpose of the festival is to honor the beauty of buckwheat flowers - this small, purple-pink flower is a symbol of the resilience and strength of the people here and is a typical beauty of the Dong Van Stone Plateau. The festival is also an opportunity for tourists to explore the unique culture of the Mong ethnic group, with colorful costumes, passionate Khen dances and attractive specialties. The buckwheat flower festival has become one of the most attractive festivals for tourists in Vietnam, contributing to promoting the socio-economic development of Ha Giang province.

Information about the Buckwheat Flower Festival:

Location: There are many locations for the Buckwheat Flower Festival that you can choose from such as: Van Chai, Lung Thau, Pho Cao, Pho La, Sung La, Lung Tao - Ma Le - Lung Cu intersection, Dong Van Town.

The Ha Giang Buckwheat Flower Festival is held annually on the Dong Van stone plateau

9. Hue Festival (Hue, Thua Thien Hue)

Hue Festival, held every two years in even-numbered years, is a large-scale cultural event to honor and preserve the traditional values of the ancient capital of Hue. When participating in this festival, tourists have the opportunity to enjoy street artistic performances, poetry readings, color exhibitions, concerts, drumming and watching historical films. Hue Festival, with many rich community programs, takes place both inside and outside the city, contributing to recreating and reviving the unique cultural values of this land.

Highlights of the festival include: Royal Night, Nam Giao Ceremony, Truyen Lo ceremony and Returning Home Ceremony, Ao Dai Festival, Beach Festival, Kite Flying, Poetry Releasing, Poetry Performances, Rural Market Day, Human Chess, Traditional Boat Racing.

Additionally, the Hue city also revives festivals such as the coronation of Emperor Nguyen Hue, the Doctorate Examination in Martial Arts, and cultural activities at the Ho Quyen - Voi Re area. These festivals not only provide unique highlights but also contribute to the restoration of traditional crafts, enriching the heritage of the Ancient Capital.

Information about Hue Festival:

Location: Kien Trung Palace inside Hue Imperial City is the place where the opening and closing ceremonies of Hue Festival Week 2024 will take place.
Time: Hue International Arts Festival Week 2024 will officially take place from June 7 - 12.
Opening ticket price: class A3 (center of the stage) is 350,000 VND, class B1, B2 is 300,000 VND.

10. Enjoy Danang Festival 2024 (Da Nang City)

Beautiful Da Nang will light up with the Da Nang Enjoy Music Festival 2024, taking place at 7:00 p.m. on July 17 at the main stage of Bien Dong Park. This is the grand opening event for the Summer Festival series in the coastal city, promising to bring explosive music experiences to domestic and foreign tourists.

The main stage of Bien Dong Park will be transformed into an international-class music stage, where top Vbiz stars gather and shine. The artists will bring hit songs, stirring up the atmosphere with vibrant performances that are elaborately staged and eye-catching. Modern sound and lighting systems will contribute to enhancing your music experience, turning the music night into an unforgettable music part

Enjoy Danang Festival 2024 is not just a simple music festival, but also a diverse cultural event lasting 7-10 days. Visitors will participate in a series of attractive activities such as: Special art performances; Exciting sports events; Interesting cultural exchange programs.

Information about Enjoy Danang Festival 2024:

Time: 19:00 on July 17
Location: Main stage of East Sea Park, Da Nang city

Da Nang treats tourist with the Enjoy Danang Festival event

From graceful Champa dances, tragic Uva legends to the colorful Tam Giang Flower Festival, the magnificent Hue Festival and the magical Da Nang Light Festival, each show and festival contributes to enriching the Vietnamese cultural picture. Vietnam tourism is not only about majestic natural landscapes but also about unique and diverse cultural values. So if you have the opportunity, experience the colorful shows and festivals and explore the traditional cultural beauty of this nation.