Vietnam Cultural Day “TINH HOA VIỆT NAM”

🌸 What does it mean to carry culture across generations?

Join us for Vietnam Cultural Day 2026, a powerful full-day celebration honouring Vietnamese Women’s Day and marking the 1-year anniversary of Global Viet Women (GVW).

This is more than a cultural gathering, it’s a space to honour our roots, celebrate contemporary Vietnamese-Australian voices, and strengthen the bridges between heritage and diaspora.

📅 Date: Sunday, 15 March 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Venue: Drill Hall Melbourne (Opposite Queen Victoria Market)
🌏 Language: English & Vietnamese (Bilingual Event)

****Kids are very welcome to join us. Please let us know how many children will be coming with you (just the number is fine). There is no need to register separate tickets for them.

About the Event

Vietnamese women have long been the guardians of language, literature, leadership, and community.

From mothers and educators to authors and entrepreneurs, they carry stories forward, preserving tradition while shaping modern identity.

Vietnam Cultural Day creates a vibrant, inclusive space, including:

📢 All-Day Cultural Exhibition with 25+ Exhibitors

Street Food, Bubble Tea & Sugarcane Vendors, Vietnamese Practice Mobile Application, Travel Companies, Beauty Services, Traditional Martial Arts (Vovinam, Muay, etc...), and Kid-related services (Education, entertainment...)

🎨 Vietnamese folk games and traditional cultural activities

Experience the joy of tradition through games like Parcheesi, Mandarin Square Capturing, and Dragon & Snake, bringing community spirit and cultural heritage to our kids.

📖 Vietnamese Book, Board Game Display & Author Talks
Vietnamese Book and Board Game Showcase, and Vietnamese-Australian writers sharing reflections on heritage, identity, and contemporary narratives through their books.

🌸 Áo Dài Show Contest for Family and Kids - Generations in Grace

Celebrate the beauty of Vietnamese heritage through our Áo Dài Show Contest. Families and children are invited to walk the stage together, presenting traditional and modern áo dài styles while sharing the pride, elegance, and cultural values passed down through generations. All guests are welcome to attend on that day.

🎤Live Music Performance - Official Launch of Melbourne’s First Vietnamese Music Artist Community

This mini showcase offers a preview of The Listener Lounge ahead of their first official music show this March, bringing together curated storytelling, premium sound, and an immersive vibe that redefine the live acoustic music experience.

Event Agenda

🟡 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Cultural and Open Exhibition (25 + Exhibitors)

🟡 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Opening Ceremony, Traditional Performance, Cultural Competitions & Author Talks

🟡 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Live Music & Networking

This isn’t just an event, it’s a celebration of identity, resilience, and collective pride. Whether you grew up in Vietnam or Australia, whether you’re reconnecting with your heritage or discovering it for the first time, this day is for you 💛

Spots are limited. Secure your ticket and be part of this meaningful milestone.

Note: Photography and filming will take place during the event.