Halong Bay Heritage Marathon 2026 expected to attract 18,000 runners

Halong Bay Heritage Marathon 2026 expected to attract 18,000 runners

The 2026 Halong Bay Heritage Marathon is expected to draw around 18,000 domestic and international runners when it takes place from November 20–22, with race day scheduled for November 22, organizers announced on August 2.

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Hue Autumn Festival 2026 to offer vibrant blend of heritage, music and sports

The Autumn Festival, one of the four seasonal highlights of Hue Festival 2026, will take place throughout August and September, offering visitors a diverse program of cultural, sporting, musical and heritage events celebrating the rich identity of the former imperial capital.

National ceremony marks 300th birth anniversary of cultural luminary Le Quy Don


A national ceremony commemorating the 300th birth anniversary of cultural luminary Le Quy Don (1726–2026) was held at the memorial site dedicated to the renowned scholar in the northern province of Hung Yen on the evening of July 31.

Efforts made to turn heritage into driver of Vietnam’s cultural industries


Vietnam is seeking to transform its rich cultural heritage into a strategic resource for the digital economy and cultural industries, as the country steps up implementation of the Politburo’s Resolution No.80-NQ/TW on the development of Vietnamese culture.

My Son inscriptions set their sights on UNESCO documentary heritage status


Beyond its celebrated temple towers, the My Son Sanctuary is home to another priceless legacy carved in stone. Through its ancient inscriptions, the UNESCO world heritage site is now working towards recognition as a documentary heritage site in Asia-Pacific, opening a new avenue for preserving and promoting its historical value alongside its existing world heritage status.
Command 86 holds sport competition 2026

PANO - Command 86 held a ceremony on July 31 at Center 386 to kick off the Sport Competition 2026.

Vietnam beat Thailand, claim first-ever SEA V Cup title


After years of waiting, Vietnam's men's national volleyball team finally ended their long wait for silverware by winning their maiden SEA V Cup title, defeating Thailand 3-2 in a thrilling final in Jakarta, Indonesia, on July 26.

Vovinam marks 30 years of global growth with world championship in Paris


The 7th Vovinam World Championship took place at the Georges Carpentier Sports Hall in Paris from July 22–25, bringing together masters, athletes and delegates from across the globe.

Vietnam opens ASEAN Championship with 7-0 rout of Timor-Leste


Vietnam opened its 2026 ASEAN Championship campaign with a commanding 7-0 victory over Timor-Leste in Group A on July 24.
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