The 3rd Ninh Binh Festival occurs from November 24th to November 30th 2024 in Ninh Binh City and Hoa Lu District, Ninh Binh City. This year’s festival will vividly portray Vietnam's historical journey. It captures the nation's legacy through the founding, relocating, and establishment of its capitals by past emperors. The program will highlight key milestones that showcase the triumphs and enduring spirit of the Vietnamese people over a thousand years.

Meaning of the 3rd Ninh Binh Festival 2024 and activities

Ninh Binh Festival, filled with a lot of activities, has an important meaning in Vietnamese culture.

Meaning of Ninh Binh Festival

The Ninh Binh Festival is a culturally significant event that solidifies the province's reputation as a heritage city. It promotes Ninh Binh's rich history, culture, and community spirit. It invites both local and international audiences to experience its unique beauty and traditions.
The festival fuels pride in the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, celebrating its historical legacy through diverse performances, art, and entertainment. These modern presentations of heritage connect people to Ninh Binh’s past while showcasing its enduring cultural richness.
By drawing tourism and offering unique, meaningful experiences, the festival strengthens Ninh Binh’s role as a cultural hub. Through vibrant, authentic activities, it brings people closer to Vietnam’s history and inspires appreciation for the province’s beauty and traditions.

Ninh Binh Festival holds a vital role in Vietnamese culture

Activities in Ninh Binh Festival

According to the Organizing Committee, the key activities of the 3rd Ninh Binh Festival in 2024 include 5 unique and impressive activities: 

• Opening of the Ninh Binh Festival at 8:00 p.m. on November 24 at Dinh Tien Hoang De Square, Ninh Binh City. 

• Duc Thuy Son Cultural Space from November 26-27 at Nui Thuy Park, Ninh Binh City. 

• “Ninh Binh - Sao Mai Reunion” Art Program converging at 8:00 p.m. on November 28 at Pham Thi Tran Theater, Ninh Binh City. 

• Street Festival on November 29 at Tam Quan Gate, Trang An Street, Ninh Binh City. 

• Closing ceremony of the Ninh Binh Festival at 8:00 p.m. on November 30 at Thung Nham Eco-tourism Area, Ninh Binh Province.

The announcement of 5 main activities in Ninh Binh Festival

What’s new in Ninh Binh Festival 2024?

There are some new features in the 3rd Ninh Binh Festival in 2024.

Opening ceremony with “Flow of Heritage” theme

The opening ceremony of the Ninh Binh Festival, themed “Flow of Heritage”, will take place on November 24 at 8:00 PM at Dinh Tien Hoang Square. This highly anticipated event will be broadcast live on VTV1 and social media platforms. Rooted in the history of Vietnam’s capitals, the ceremony will celebrate the nation’s heritage and cultural continuity.
“Flow of Heritage” will trace the journey of Vietnam’s ancient capitals, a journey of establishing, moving and settling the capital of the emperors. It begins with Hoa Lu, the birthplace of Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang’s unified state. Hoa Lu was the first capital of Dai Co Viet - national emblem of Vietnam in the past. The program then moves to Thang Long under Ly Thai To and culminates in Hue, the cultural hub of the Nguyen Dynasty. Each capital’s unique historical contributions will be showcased, emphasizing their lasting impact on Vietnamese identity.
Connecting these capitals, now UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the program reflects over a thousand years of Vietnam’s cultural and architectural legacy. This portrayal not only honors these historical sites but also reminds audiences of the endurance and depth of Vietnamese heritage.
For the first time, the ceremony will integrate music, dance, and film with advanced 3D mapping. Expertly crafted costumes from the Dinh, Early Le, Ly, and Nguyen dynasties will add authenticity, creating a visually rich and historically immersive experience for all attendees.

Traditional costumes in Ninh Binh Festival

Duc Thuy Son Cultural Space

The Duc Thuy Son Cultural Space, set to open from November 26 to 27 at Thuy Mountain Park, introduces a distinctive feature. The park will be transformed into an outdoor exhibition area for contemporary poetry. Attendees can enjoy tea tasting, poetry readings, moonlight viewing, and traditional folk music there.
The space will be adorned with antique tea tables and tea masters dressed in traditional costumes, creating a rich cultural atmosphere. You will also experience poetic works engraved on Duc Thuy Mountain through artistic displays and lighting. It showcases the priceless "heritage" of Duc Thuy Son, a special national site in Ninh Binh.

Many events showcase the cultural heritage in the Ninh Binh festival

“Ninh Binh - Sao Mai Reunion” Art Program

The artistic program "Ninh Binh - Sao Mai Reunion" will take place at 8 PM on November 28 at the Pham Thi Tran Theater. It features many renowned singers who have emerged from the Sao Mai competition in recent years. This large-scale event promises a high artistic quality and a vibrant musical atmosphere for both locals and tourists.

Street Festival

The Street Festival will take place on November 29 at the Tam Quan Gate on Trang An Street. The event will feature performances of traditional costumes and street art by local and visiting art troupes. It will also showcase traditional craft villages and local specialties. This creates an atmosphere reminiscent of an old market with folk games and engaging activities for everyone to enjoy.  
As part of the Street Festival, the grand finale of the historical character costume competition will be held. It features the 20 best contestants who excelled in the online qualifying rounds.

Street Festival features a lot of traditional performances

Folk music festival - “Í A Fest”

The Ninh Binh Festival will close with an electronic folk music celebration called "Í A Fest" on November 30 at 8:00 PM at the Thung Nham Ecotourism Area. As a highlight of the festival’s finale, Í A Fest is a unique music event designed to bring together generations of music lovers. It blends traditional and contemporary elements to create a truly immersive experience.
Í A Fest is crafted as a dialogue between the past and future, heritage and modernity, bridging space and time. Through the integration of folk music and electronic sounds, the event will deliver a rich audio-visual experience that explores the interplay of traditional heritage with today’s evolving musical landscape.
This closing ceremony features performances from celebrated Vietnamese artists, including Phuong My Chi, Double 2T, Ngu Cung, Thanh Duy, and Quach Mai Thy. Each artist brings a unique style, contributing to a lineup that showcases both the depth of Vietnam's folk music and the creativity of contemporary sound.

Folk music festival in Ninh Binh

Other activities 

As part of the 2024 Ninh Binh Festival, the Ninh Binh Department of Culture and Sports, in collaboration with various agencies, will host several additional highlight events. These include:

• The 2024 National Music Festival.

• The 26th Red River Delta Art Photography Festival.

• The ITF U18 - J30 International Tennis Tournament.

• The "Vietnam International Challenge 2024" Badminton Tournament.

• The Trang An International Marathon 2024.

• A trade promotion exhibition showcasing a range of products, goods, and services.

The 3rd Ninh Binh Festival promises an unforgettable experience with its array of unique activities. It serves as a vibrant showcase of the culture, heritage, and spirit of Hoa Lu - Ninh Binh for both local and international audiences.

Many more exciting activities as parts of the Ninh Binh Festival

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