Viet Nam’s Ao Dai Festival opens with vibrant cultural activities

In Ho Chi Ming City, 12th Ao Dai Festival opened on Friday, celebrating Vietnamese silk traditions while recreating the nation’s heritage. This year’s festival features 17 key activities throughout March, transforming the city into a vibrant cultural stage where Ao Dai appears in artistic performances.

The event brings together 37 designers from across the country, presenting nearly 400 Ao Dai creations. Ao Dai had long been closely associated with Vietnamese people’s daily life and spiritual culture. Throughout history, the costume has continuously evolved in design, materials and while remaining a symbol of national identity and Vietnamese elegance.