First World Culture Festival in Hanoi 2025: Celebrating Global Connection Through Art and Heritage

First World Culture Festival in Hanoi: Connecting Cultures Across Nations

In the sacred space of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, tens of thousands of residents and visitors immersed themselves in the vibrant rhythm of the First World Culture Festival in Hanoi. The stages and exhibition areas were alive with music, laughter, and a continuous flow of performances.
Craft workshops, food stalls, and traditional folk games were bustling throughout the day. Especially at the central round stage, where artists from many countries gathered, both Vietnamese and international cultural performances left a profound impression on audiences from around the world.

The Melodious Sounds of Quan họ Folk Songs

At the round stage, artists from the Vietnam National Quan họ Folk Song Theatre brought to life the smooth, refined melodies of Quan họ — a traditional art form from the northern Kinh Bắc region.
Not only Vietnamese audiences but also international visitors were deeply moved by these lyrical and soulful tunes, which seemed to fill the entire space with emotion. The soft, lingering voices of the liền anh – liền chị (male and female duet singers), accompanied by gentle percussion and string instruments, touched the hearts of listeners and evoked a sense of nostalgia and pride.

Vietnamese Puppetry Brings Tradition to Life

Visitors from around the world were also captivated by Vietnam’s traditional water puppetry performances, where wooden puppets — seemingly lifeless — came alive through the skilled hands of Vietnamese artists.
Beyond traditional shows, performers introduced modern adaptations, blending classic puppetry techniques with contemporary movement and lighting. The result was a mesmerizing visual experience that highlighted both creativity and deep cultural roots.

Pakistani Dances Energize the Festival Stage

Hanoians were thrilled to witness dynamic dance performances from Pakistan, filled with rhythmic drumbeats, energetic steps, and graceful hand gestures.
The vivid colors of South Asian traditional costumes illuminated the stage, creating a dazzling, multicultural spectacle.
The pulsating folk music and enthusiastic audience applause merged into one, weaving an unforgettable tapestry of energy and joy — a true celebration of cultural diversity at the World Culture Festival.

Graceful Russian Folk Dances

Audiences were equally enchanted by Russian dancers appearing in vibrant traditional costumes with flared skirts and soft, puffed sleeves.
Their elegant movements — each step and turn radiating confidence and charm — captured the timeless beauty of Russian folk culture.
The music, both powerful and warm, set the rhythm for the dancers’ signature poses: poised toes, graceful hand gestures, and swirling skirts forming soft, colorful circles under the lights.

A Living Experience of Global Culture

At the festival, visitors didn’t just watch culture — they lived it.
They could touch heritage materials, participate in craft workshops, explore global cultural spaces, and taste unique cuisines from Vietnam and around the world.
The festive and colorful atmosphere left every visitor departing the Thang Long Imperial Citadel with a warm heart and a sense of pride in a modern, open, and culturally rich Hanoi.

A Landmark Event for Vietnam’s Cultural Diplomacy

The First World Culture Festival in Hanoi stands as one of Vietnam’s most important international cultural diplomacy events of 2025.
It brought together 48 participating countries, featuring:

• 45 national cultural spaces

• 34 international culinary booths

• 23 art troupes from Vietnam and abroad

• 12 publishing and book exhibition units

• 22 countries participating in the international film showcase

The festival served as a powerful message of connection, peace, and unity through culture, strengthening Vietnam’s role as a bridge between global civilizations.

📍Source: Vietnam Arts and Culture Magazine (MOCST) | Photos: Trần Huấn & Collected

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