Tay ethnic people re-enact a wedding ceremony during the festival.

The highlight of the occasion is a performance involving around 300 local dancers.
Dam Thuong dance of the Tay ethnic people is a popular dance which has long been attached to their daily life and agricultural production.



Local people partake in a cooking contest during the festival.
Participants join in playing folk games.
A lion dance performance proves exciting for the gathered crowds.

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