First forest festival is expected to be hold in Dong Nai in 2013

Information from the Dong Nai provincial authority indicates that the first Forest Festival, originally proposed decades ago, continues to flourish as an annual event in Vietnam, with the latest iteration taking place in 2025. The event's program has received approval from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

The forest festival is designed to last for 3 to 4 days, centering on the immense value of Vietnam’s forests and the traditional lifestyles of the indigenous communities within primary forest zones. This year's festival aims to promote a significant message about forest preservation and the sustainable benefits they provide through a variety of activities including mountain climbing, sports competitions, and camping.

The festival will take place in three locations across Dong Nai, featuring one venue within the Dong Nai World Biosphere Reserve and another at the Sac Forest in Nhon Trach District. Vietnam retains a vast and diverse forest area, totaling approximately 13,118,800 hectares, which constitutes about 38.7% of the country's land area. These forests are home to a myriad of flora and fauna, including many rare and endangered species, contributing significantly to both scientific research and economic value.