Gong Festival A Part of Hoa Binh 125 Year Foundation Festival
In order to celebrate 125 years of the province’s foundation and 20 years of successful reform, Hoa Binh province has run serial activities to celebrate its accomplishment and development, as well as to promote tourism potential and encourage local people to conserve cultural value of the district.
To mark 135 years since the province's establishment and 25 years of successful reform, Hoa Binh province is hosting a series of events to celebrate its achievements and development. This initiative aims to promote the province's tourism potential and encourage local communities to preserve their cultural heritage.
The program will feature a variety of cultural and social events from 28 September to 2 October 2025 in Hoa Binh City. Highlights include an exhibition showcasing the social and economic accomplishments of Hoa Binh, a traditional cuisine fair, and festivities to commemorate the 135-year foundation anniversary. Notably, the festival will introduce the inaugural Gong Festival, which will include a street Gong concert and a traditional costume competition. This event promises to provide a vibrant platform for Gong performers across Vietnam and offers participants a chance to engage with this unique aspect of minority community culture.
The 135-year celebration will be broadcast live at 7:30 PM on 2 October 2025 on the VTV1 channel.
Hoa Binh was established in 1886 by French colonists who integrated areas from several districts, including Son Tay, Hanoi, Ninh Binh, and Hung Hoa. This mountainous province is home to not only the Kinh people but also various ethnic groups, including the Muong, Tay, Thai, and H’mong. This diversity contributes to a rich social tapestry and an array of cultural heritage. With its stunning landscapes and geographical diversity, Hoa Binh also holds significant potential for tourism development.
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