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Thousands of artisans played gongs and performed traditional dances under the fireworks.

Vietnam.vn EN
08/11/2026 03:11:00

On the evening of November 7th, Dai Doan Ket Square (Pleiku ward) was illuminated with a festive atmosphere by the art program " Gia Lai Gong Festival Night 2026". This was one of the highlights of the Gong Festival, Wild Sunflower Week - Chu Dang Ya Volcano 2026, attracting the participation of 39 artisan groups from within and outside the province, with more than 2,000 performers.

In the vibrant atmosphere of the festival night, the resounding gongs of the ethnic minorities of the Central Highlands blend with traditional dances, creating a lively artistic tableau rich in the cultural identity of these ethnic groups.

Hàng nghìn nghệ nhân đánh cồng chiêng, nhảy xoang dưới pháo hoa - 1

The festival recreates the unique cultural space of the ethnic minority groups in the Central Highlands (Photo: Pham Cong Quy).

by Vietnam.vn