On the evening of June 6, 2025, at An Dinh Palace—the architectural gem along the poetic An Cuu River—the Hue Summer Festival will officially kick off with a spectacular arts program: Hue Ao Dai Night. This event not only marks the beginning of a vibrant series of cultural and tourism activities in the imperial city’s summer season but also reaffirms the brand "Hue – The Capital of Vietnamese Ao Dai." 🌸

2025 holds special significance as Hue officially becomes a centrally governed city, hosting the National Tourism Year and serving as the host for the 14th East Asia Local and Regional Government Conference. In this spirit of international integration, Hue Ao Dai Night will present an emotional artistic narrative about the journey of the Vietnamese ao dai’s formation and global radiance—a soft cultural symbol of the nation. 🇻🇳

From the five-panel ao dai born during the southward expansion to the refined innovations of the 20th century, the ao dai has evolved into a symbol of elegance and grace. The event will celebrate this iconic garment through music, dance, and fashion, featuring collections that blend traditional and modern styles. 🎨

Hue Ao Dai Night will go beyond showcasing Vietnamese ao dai, harmonizing it with traditional East Asian attire such as the kimono (Japan), hanbok (South Korea), and Hanfu (China), creating a vibrant cultural symphony within the historic yet modern setting of An Dinh Palace. 🌟

This event is a heartfelt artistic gift to hundreds of international delegates and a warm invitation for tourists and locals alike to immerse themselves in the festival atmosphere, admire, and take pride in the living cultural heritage—the Vietnamese ao dai. A truly unforgettable summer night awaits in the ancient capital! 🎉

Stay tuned for this spectacular event! 💖