Duong No Village Festival 2026
May 14, 2026 (Thursday)
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15:00: Opening of food stalls, cultural experiences, and local product showcases.
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08:00 – 21:00: "Bai Choi" traditional art performance and experience.
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17:30: Lotus flower and Portrait of President Ho Chi Minh procession (from Duong No Communal House to President Ho Chi Minh’s Memorial House).
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18:00: Flower and incense offering ceremony to President Ho Chi Minh.
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18:30: Releasing flower lanterns on the riverbanks.
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19:30: Art Program: OPENING CEREMONY OF DUONG NO VILLAGE FESTIVAL 2026, Theme: "Duong No - The Journey of May."
May 15, 2026 (Friday)
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07:30 – 08:00, 19:00 – 19:30: Re-enactment of the "Ho Surname Adoption" ceremony by ethnic groups from western Hue City.
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08:00 – 11:00: Storytelling contest: "We tell stories about Uncle Ho."
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All Day: Art exhibitions, experiential activities, and folk games; Exhibition stalls for local specialties and OCOP (One Commune One Product) products.
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19:30: Hue Singing (Ca Hue), Bolero, and community folk performances.
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All Day: "Bai Choi" traditional art performance and experience.
May 16, 2026 (Saturday)
Beyond its profound historical and cultural significance, the festival serves as a captivating destination for visitors to explore the Hue countryside, deeply connected to the childhood memories of Uncle Ho.
Taking place over three days, the festival aims to introduce visitors to the heritage values of President Ho Chi Minh in Thua Thien Hue (now Hue City). It seeks to strengthen the bond between historical sites and the community, raising public awareness regarding heritage conservation. Furthermore, the event serves as a platform to promote these cultural values to travel agencies, tour operators, and international tourists.