Many foreign visitors to Hue are captivated not only by its scenic beauty and heritage but also by the charm of its traditional ao-dai.

In Hue, a growing number of cultural spaces are opening up with a more accessible approach, allowing visitors and young people to take part directly in traditional handicraft and art activities. These venues offer more options for exploring the Ancient Capital, with each experience telling its own cultural story.

‘Applied Fine Arts and Heritage: From Traditional Values to Contemporary Designs’ was the theme of an international scientific conference held on the morning of October 29 at the University of Arts, Hue University. The University of Arts and Udon Thani Rajabhat University of Thailand jointly organized this conference.

Inspired by a love for traditional culture, young designers in Hue are finding ways to bring heritage values into clothing through their own creative languages.

The 10th Hue City Sports Festival 2026 officially opened as the traditional torch lit at Ho Chi Minh Museum, then arrived at the sports arena in the City’s Cultural and Sports Square. Beyond celebrating the strength of the sports movement, the event also reflects Hue’s aspirations to develop sports in a way that preserves its identity and reinforces its new standing in a new era.

On October 24th, the University of Sciences, Hue University held a seminar themed ‘50 Years of Progress - Those Who Keep Time’, marking the upcoming 50th anniversary of Hue General University's traditional day (October 27th, 1976 - October 27th, 2026) and the 70th anniversary of the University of Sciences, Hue University (1957 - 2027).

With its rich history and proud traditions, Quoc Hoc - Hue High School for the Gifted has established its reputation not only through generations of outstanding talent but also through educational values preserved and cultivated over time. On the occasion of the school's 130th anniversary (October 23rd, 1896 - October 23rd, 2026), Hue Today spoke with Mr. Nguyen Phu Tho, the school's principal, about its ongoing commitment to upholding tradition, nurturing talent and shaping its development in a new era.

After leaving A Luoi to study and work in Hanoi's music environment, A King Luu, 25 years old, has brought with him memories of the mountains and forests, the language, traditional clothing and stories of the Ta Oi people and woven them into his music.

On the morning of October 13th, Hue City Women's Union held a conference to review the project titled ‘Developing Sustainable Livelihoods through Sustainable FSC Forest Management and Piloting Community-Based Tourism to Revive Traditional Cultural Practices of Ethnic Minority Communities in Phuc Loc Village, Hung Loc Commune.’

While preserving traditional handcrafted techniques, unicorn head-making artisans in Hue are adapting designs and colors to suit consumer tastes, seeking to expand their markets at home and abroad.

From unicorn heads made for performances, Hue artisans have created smaller versions to meet the demand for decoration and souvenirs.

The cooking class is included as part of Huetourist’s all-inclusive tour package. A local instructor takes the lead in demonstrating the process and helps visitors practice each step themselves. The selected dishes reflect the daily culinary traditions of Hue locals.

In harmony with the festive atmosphere of 2024, Hue City People's Committee organizes Hue Traditional Cuisine Week 2024 at Thuong Bac Park from April 27 to May 1

Being the first programme held in Hue, titled “the folk fare”, children will get to experience many games such as stone throwing, Catching the crabs, Mandarin square capturing, Balls and sticks, hopscotc

Today, the children learned to sing the song "Teachers and Friends" written in the tune of Dang Dan Cung. Following the teacher's tapping rhythm, the cheerful lyrics and melodies of the song were paused and sung by the children in rhythm.