On the morning of October 23rd, Hue Central Hospital held the 2026 Southeast Asia International Endoscopy Conference, bringing together experts and physicians from Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and numerous healthcare institutions across Vietnam. The conference served as a scientific forum to update participants on advances in gastrointestinal endoscopy, share clinical experience, and promote training cooperation and the transfer of advanced interventional endoscopic techniques across the region.

On the morning of October 23, Hue City People’s Committee solemnly held a ceremony to mark the 130th anniversary of Quoc Hoc - Hue High School for the Gifted (October 23, 1896 - October 23, 2026).

In celebration of the 130th anniversary of Quoc Hoc - Hue High School for the Gifted (1896 - 2026), generations of alumni have joined hands to implement the "Lighting Up the Schoolyard" project with funding of over 800 million VND. This is a meaningful gift dedicated to their beloved school on this special occasion.

On the morning of October 19, at Quoc Hoc - Hue High School for the Gifted, Hue City People’s Committee held a ceremony to honor and reward Tang Hao Nhien, a 12th-grade student specializing in Physics 1, for winning a Silver Medal at the 2026 Al-Fergani International Physics Olympiad (FIPhO).

On the evening of October 17th, Phuc's Fond held a ceremony to celebrate its 15th anniversary (2011-2026) under the theme ‘Connecting and Spreading Love’.

On October 17, Hue University hosted the final round and awards ceremony of its 9th Startup and Innovation Competition 2026. Following 3 rounds of competition, 8 outstanding projects advanced to the final, where the ideas were presented to the judging panel and investors.

The train trip connecting Hue and Da Nang has been ranked 10th on Condé Nast Traveler (US edition)’s list of top 20 best train trips in the world for 2026, as voted for by readers. The recognition highlights the appeal of Central Vietnam’s natural landscapes, cultural heritage, and railway tourism experiences.

In recognition of its digital transformation solution in management, administration, and services for residents and businesses through the Hue-S platform and the Intelligent Operations Center (IOC), Hue City was among the honorees at the 9th Vietnam Digital Awards (VDA) 2026, held in Hanoi on the afternoon of October 14. The awards are directed by the Vietnam Digital Communications Association and organized by VietTimes e-Magazine, under the sponsorship of the Ministry of Science and Technology.

On the evening of October 10, Hue City Young Entrepreneurs Association held the 2026 Business Gala Dinner under the theme ‘Hue Entrepreneurs - Converging Identity, Connecting Prosperity’, in celebration of Vietnam Entrepreneurs’ Day (October 13).

On the morning of October 10, Hue City Police, in coordination with the University of Law, Hue University, and the Department of Education and Training, held the launch ceremony for the ‘Not Alone’ 2026 campaign under the message ‘Connect Without Harm’. The campaign aims to raise awareness, equip students with skills, and build a support network to protect them from online safety risks.