Ho Chi Minh City Launches Orchid Festival

The five-day festival, themed “Charming Perfume and Beauty,” is designed to commemorate the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day (April 29), Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1). This grand event is intended to honor the memory of the nation’s illustrious forebears and celebrate the remarkable achievements of the past year. Attendees of the festival will be able to enjoy a wide array of activities such as traditional games, art performances, and sports. There will also be special exhibitions, competitions, and markets selling various local products. All in all, the festival is a great opportunity for people to come together, celebrate, and learn about Vietnamese culture.

The five-day festival, themed “Charming Perfume and Beauty,” is designed to commemorate the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day (April 29), Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1). This grand event is intended to honor the memory of the nation’s illustrious forebears and celebrate the remarkable achievements of the past year. Attendees of the festival will be able to enjoy a wide array of activities such as traditional games, art performances, and sports. There will also be special exhibitions, competitions, and markets selling various local products, giving everyone the opportunity to experience the culture of Vietnam. All in all, the festival is a great opportunity for people to come together, celebrate, and learn about Vietnamese culture.

During the holiday, public workers in Vietnam enjoy a five-day break from their regular duties. This extended break allows them to spend quality time with their families, explore new places, or simply take a much-needed break from their work. It’s a great way to relax and recharge before returning to their duties.

A series of exciting programs are set to take place during this year’s event, co-hosted by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and other units. These programs include an orchid exhibition, an orchid contest, and a seminar on orchid cultivation.

Over 200 artisans and gardeners from the city and its surrounding areas are set to take part in the festival, displaying an impressive 29,000 orchid products.

The festival is also expected to popularize the farming product and promote the value of orchid in the agricultural industry.

The organizer of the 2023 Orchid Festival announced that the event will focus on introducing orchid growing and caring steps, introducing orchid seedlings and varieties, and displaying orchid miniatures. It is sure to be an event that orchid enthusiasts will not want to miss!

Revelers can look forward to a variety of art performances every evening during the festival. From traditional dance and music to modern and avant-garde pieces, there is something for everyone to enjoy. With the atmosphere of the festival, the performances will be truly unforgettable.

At the opening ceremony of the Ho Chi Minh City Orchid Festival, Vo Van Hoan, Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, emphatically declared that the event had made a triumphant return after a four-year hiatus, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He added that the festival was an event to promote and preserve the beauty of the city.

The festival will create a connection between State officials, farmers, and consumers, aiming to construct a modern, ecological farming industry.

He proposed that the municipal Departments of Agriculture-Rural Development and Construction and Ho Chi Minh City Green Tree Park Company collaborate to transform Tao Dan Park into a flower park in Ho Chi Minh City.

He wanted a comprehensive plan for the Tao Dan Park development to be submitted by May.

On Friday morning, the organizers awarded prizes to 55 exemplary orchid products out of the 300 that had been registered for the orchid contest.

Festival-goers pose for a photo with an orchid miniature at Tao Dan Park in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, where the second orchid festival kicked off on April 28, 2023. Photo: Hoai Phuong / Tuoi Tre

Within the framework of the orchid festival, renowned designer Viet Hung debuted his stunning collection of orchid-inspired ao dai (Vietnamese traditional costume). The opening ceremony of the festival provided the perfect stage for Hung to showcase his exquisite designs, which featured intricate embroidery and vibrant colors. His ao dai made a bold statement, embodying the beauty and grace of the orchid flower. Hung’s collection received rave reviews from both fashion enthusiasts and local dignitaries, further cementing his status as a master of the craft. It was truly a night to remember.

Designer Hung told Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper that it took him a month of hard work and dedication to complete the collection.

The collection of ao dai features unique orchid patterns, making it a truly exquisite garment. The elegant design of the dress is enhanced by its intricate orchid pattern, adding a sophisticated touch to any wardrobe.

Thanks to an array of vibrant orchid varieties, the collection of 12 stunning ao dai designs was created to provide spectators with a unique perspective on orchid-inspired fashion. The dazzling array of colors and shapes of these flowers served as the perfect inspiration for the collection, offering viewers a captivating new view of orchid-driven fashion.

Designer Hung expressed his hope that Ho Chi Minh City would become a fashion hub. “I truly believe that Ho Chi Minh City has the potential to become a fashion city,” he said.

A collection of orchid-inspired ao dai was introduced at the second orchid festival at Tao Dan Park in downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Hoai Phuong / Tuoi Tre

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