More than just providing accommodation, Ms. Dinh Thi Phuong Thy (born in 1991, Kim Long Ward) brings visitors closer to local culture through everyday experiences such as making conical hats, making traditional Hue cakes, preparing Hue-style meals, and making lotus tea...

On September 8, 2026, Hue City People’s Committee issued Plan No. 519/KH-UBND to implement Conclusion No. 372-KL/TU of the City Party Committee. The plan continues the implementation of Resolution No. 04-NQ/TU on building Hue into one of the country’s major and distinctive centers of culture and tourism, and Resolution No. 37-NQ/TU on developing tourism and tourism services for the 2025–2030 period, with a vision to 2045.

On the afternoon of September 27th, Vietnam - China Friendship Association of Hue City, in coordination with the Faculty of Chinese Language and Culture, University of Foreign Languages and International Studies, Hue University, held a friendship gathering and exchange program to mark the 77th anniversary of the National Day of the People’s Republic of China (October 1st, 1949 - October 1st, 2026). ​

The Wrestling Championship, part of the 10th Hue City Sports Festival – 2026, officially opened on the morning of September 26th at the Culture and Sports Square, 1 Ha Huy Tap Street, Vy Da Ward. ​

In Binh Dien Commune, people with knowledge of Pa Hy culture are directly teaching traditional folk songs, dances, and musical instruments to younger generations. Through the Pa Hy Traditional Folk Song Club, the cultural heritage continues to be passed down.

The 2026 Hue Unicorn Dance Festival officially opened on the morning of September 20 at the Sports Hall at 100 Pham Van Dong St. The event is part of the Autumn Festival activities under the Hue Festival 2026 program and is jointly organized by the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Phu Xuan Ward People’s Committee.

In this issue, Hue Today Weekly brings readers in-depth perspectives from experts and experienced writers across the fields of culture, the arts and the heritage economy. It also explores topical issues of public interest, including regulations on caps for service fees at public educational institutions across the city, on green tourism, and how Japan preserves its historic villages. ​

Recent culinary events and festivals in Hue have emerged as popular gathering points, drawing crowds of visitors from near and far. However, what truly retains them is not merely the flavors or the festive atmosphere, but the live performances and the narratives behind each dish, offering tourists deeper insights into the history, culture, and people of Hue.

On the evening of September 1, tens of thousands of audience members gathered at Hue City Culture and Sports Square, immersing themselves in the vibrant electronic music atmosphere of the Hue Wonderverse Music Fest 2026 - an international heritage and music festival.

Amid celebrations marking the 81st anniversary of the success of the August Revolution and National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2026), the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism held the opening ceremony of the 37th Traditional Boat Racing - 2026 on the morning of September 2.

In addition to the thousands of books displayed across numerous booths, those attending the book fair themed “Hue of Love” will experience a variety of other exciting activities and events that span over a week.

Taking place over the past week, the Book Fair “Beloved Hue,” organized by the Hue Book and Culture Club, was held at 23-25 Le Loi Street, along the poetic Huong River in Thuan Hoa District, attracting a large number of book lovers and tourists.

Located about 20 km northwest of Huế City, Hòn Vượn Mountain rises 300 meters above sea level. Here, visitors can relax, camp, breathe in the fresh air, and hunt the clouds while witnessing a stunning sunrise.

We invite you to enjoy the dazzling night lights of Nguyen Hoang Bridge, which was officially opened for technical traffic through on the morning of March 26, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hue liberation day.

We invite you to enjoyimages of the violet Chinaberry blossoms, which add a romantic charm to both banksof the Huong River, especially in the cold weather.

In theseMarchdays, whenvisiting Bạch Mã National Park, you willexperience a gentlespring with the vibrantcolors of azaleas and bellflowers, and somewhere, a lingeringhint of goldenleaves, standing out against the misty air. As you make your way up to the mountainpeak, cloudsdriftclose to the path, embracing the mountaintops, while the scent of springfills the air, blending with the sounds of birds.

In the days following the full moon of the first lunar month, the apricot blossom gardens in Hue unexpectedly bloom brilliantly, attracting a large number of visitors to admire and take photos.

we invite you to explore the beauty of the mausoleum of Emperor Gia Long (Thien Tho mausoleum)-the final resting place of the founder of the Nguyen Dynasty, which features distinctive feng shui elements and unique architecture - in the spring sunshine.

The vibrant beauty of this flower garden is attracting many locals and tourists coming to capture memorable moments. Don’t miss the chance to visit and enjoy this romantic scene!

Hue's garden houses always carry a distinct charm, blending noble elegance with traditional colors. With green, serene spaces featuring tea bushes, small courtyards, guarding screens, and yellow apricot trees, these homes reflect a slow-paced lifestyle, deeply connected to nature and valuing the long-standing cultural heritage of the people of Hue.