The First Vietnam Calligraphy Festival to Take Place in Hue from October 22

Dr. Nguyen Phuoc Hai Trung presents calligraphy works as a gift to visitors visiting Hue’s heritage

The festival is led by the Vietnam Association of Artisans and Brands, in collaboration with Hue Monuments Conservation Center and FTP Exhibition and Communications Joint Stock Company, as part of Hue Festival 2026. The event is expected to feature 100 to 130 exhibition booths, bringing together calligraphy clubs from across the country, calligraphers, artisans, cultural researchers, and representatives of traditional craft villages.

The opening ceremony is scheduled for the morning of October 22. Two discussion sessions will also be held during this festival, including ‘Han-Nom Calligraphy and the Evolution of Quoc Ngu Calligraphy in the New Era’ and ‘Promoting Hue’s Traditional Handicrafts for Domestic and International Tourism’.

During the festival, residents and tourists can enjoy exhibitions, exchange with artisans, and discover the art of Han-Nom and Quoc Ngu calligraphy. Notably, on October 24, a hands-on session is scheduled for students and visitors, offering guidance on traditional ink grinding, brush handling, and the basic techniques of calligraphy.

In addition to introducing traditional calligraphy, the festival aims to bring together artisans, cultural researchers, and calligraphy clubs to share expertise and find a way to promote Vietnam’s cultural heritage and the tradition of valuing education. A calligraphy auction is also planned to raise funds for heritage preservation and charitable activities.