A lot of cultural and artistic activities, events and festivals were organised across Da Nang during the 5-day break for the National Reunification Day (April 30) and Labour Day (May 1) holidays from April 28 - May 3. All created a joyful and vibrant atmosphere citywide and met the entertainment needs of the public.

Performances by officers of the People's Public Security Ceremonial Guard drew much attention from both locals and tourists on the evening of April 29. Photo: X.DUNG

Specifically, from April 28, a total of 6 cultural and artistic programmes in various types from fine art exhibitions, circus programme to cultural performances were held in the city in order to meet the needs and interests of locals and tourists of different age groups.

Notably, the Hoa An village communal house festival in Cam Le District returned after a 5-year hiatus due to COVID-19, attracting a large number of local residents.

Chairman of the Hoa An Ward People's Committee Nguyen Kim Thanh said that this year's village communal house festival was held from April 27 - 29 to celebrate the death anniversary of Hung Kings and the 48^th anniversary of Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day (April 30).

It aimed to promote traditional cultural values, and educate people, especially the young generation, about the national tradition of ‘when drinking water, remember its source’. At the same time, through cultural activities and folk games, the festival helped tighten the spirit of solidarity, friendship and neighborliness in the residential community.

On the evening of April 29, for the first time, the People's Public Security Ceremonial Guard under the Mobile Police Command held a parade and performances on a section of Bach Dang Street from Tran Thi Ly Bridge to Rong (Dragon) Bridge.

Mrs. Phan Thi Hoa, residing in Hai Chau District, said that this was the first time she had seen live music performances and parades performed by officers of the People's Public Security Ceremonial Guard.

“The eye-pleasing performances by the People's Public Security Ceremonial Guard are extremely meaningful on the occasion of the 48^th anniversary of Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day (April 30). The heroic melodies combined with the choreographed moves in performances make the audience feel the style, discipline and arduous training of officers of the People's Public Security Ceremonial Guard" she added.

In addition, during the holidays, public museums citywide were open to serve thousands of visitors, majorly foreigners.

Specifically, the Museum of Da Nang welcomed over 600 visitors, the Museum of Cham Sculpture more than 2,000, and the Da Nang Museum of Fine Arts surpassing 700.

Deputy Director of the Da Nang Fine Arts Museum Nguyen Thi Trinh said that the art exhibition entitled ‘Colours of April’ at the museum will last through May 24 in service of both locals and tourists. The event provides a good opportunity for painters and sculptors in Hue and Da Nang to strengthen cohesion, and exchange experience in composition, thereby contributing to the development of fine arts in Central Viet Nam.

Besides, the cultural and artistic activities held during the holiday were also associated with events and programmes at local beaches or tourist spots, creating richness and diversity in the city’s overall activities.

According to Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Culture and Sports Nguyen Thi Hoi An, cultural and artistic activities in the city during the holidays for April 30 and May 1 were vibrant, attractive and rich in content and form.

The pure cultural and artistic events during the holidays were basically at a small and medium scale, but brought a very bustling, joyful and healthy atmosphere and satisfied the needs of locals and tourists.

Reporting by X.DUNG - Translating by M.DUNG