KARLOVY VARY: A cultural convergence point for Vietnamese community in Europe
WVR - As part of efforts to promote cultural exchange and showcase Vietnam in Europe, Mr. Phạm Gia Hậu – Vice President of the Union of Vietnamese Associations in the Czech Republic, and President of the Vietnamese Cultural and Arts Association in the Czech Republic, held an official meeting with the leadership of Karlovy Vary province and representatives of Karlovy Vary city. This meeting aimed to prepare for the Vietnamese Culture – Cuisine and Ao dai Festival, scheduled from June 4 to 7, 2026.
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| Mr. Pham Gia Hau – Vice President of the Union of Vietnamese Associations in the Czech Republic, President of the Vietnamese Cultural and Arts Association in the Czech Republic (far left) with the leadership of Karlovy Vary province and representatives of Karlovy Vary city. |
Acting as a cultural bridge between Vietnam and Europe, the Union of Vietnamese Associations in the Czech Republic and the Vietnamese Cultural and Arts Association in the Czech Republic continue to assert their pioneering role. They proactively engaged with the leadership of Karlovy Vary province, collaborating with the Vietnamese community and entrepreneurs in Europe to organize the Vietnamese Culture – Cuisine and Ao dai Festival 2026. This event is not just a cultural celebration; it is a journey to spread Vietnamese identity, connect communities, and elevate the image of Vietnamese integration and sustainable development abroad.
The formal reception was held at the Karlovy Vary Regional Office, attended by the Governor of the Karlovy Vary Region, city officials, and the Vietnamese delegation. The Vietnamese delegation was led by Mr. Phạm Gia Hậu – Vice President of the Union of Vietnamese Associations in the Czech Republic, President of the Vietnamese Cultural and Arts Association in the Czech Republic, and Head of the Organizing Committee of the European Mrs. Áo dài Pageant, along with Mr. Nguyen Duy Nhat – former President of the Vietnamese Association in Karlovy Vary, and other expatriates and artists from Vietnam.
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| The reception and meeting at the Karlovy Vary Regional Office with the participation of the Governor of the Karlovy Vary Region, city officials, and the Vietnamese delegation. |
In the vibrant cultural landscape of Europe, spreading Vietnamese values does not occur through grand declarations but through the persistent presence of identity in community life. From the Ao dai, Vietnamese language, cuisine to artistic activities that foster connection, traditional values are naturally continued and renewed. The harmonious blend of national identity and integration spirit has enabled Vietnamese culture to resonate more deeply, enriching the multicultural tapestry of Europe and affirming the image of a dynamic, humane, and responsible Vietnamese community.
During the meeting, both sides agreed and discussed in depth the content of the 2026 Vietnamese Culture Festival, featuring activities such as: Ao dai fashion shows, traditional culinary spaces, artistic activities, and community cultural exchanges. The event will take place in the central area of Karlovy Vary, around the Ambassador Hotel, an iconic location in this renowned Czech tourist and resort city.
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| The Governor of Karlovy Vary discusses with the Vietnamese delegation in the Czech Republic. |
The European Mrs. Áo dài Pageant is a persistent journey of connection, not measured by the number of events, but by the depth of bonds and trust nurtured over time. It is a process of persistently gathering people, overcoming differences in space, generation, and culture to focus on shared values. In the flow of integration, this persistence has created the soft power of the community, helping Vietnamese cultural values to be continued, spread, and stand firm in the international multicultural environment.
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| Mr. Nguyen Duy Nhat (far right) – former President of the Vietnamese Association in Karlovy Vary (Czech Republic) and the leadership of the Union discuss the "Vietnamese Culture – Cuisine and Áo dài Festival 2026" program. |
Previously, the program was successfully organized in Prague (Czech Republic), Dresden (Germany), and Warsaw (Poland). The event is an annual cultural activity of significance, contributing to the connection of cultures and attracting the participation of communities from many European countries. Choosing Karlovy Vary for the 2026 event not only expands the space for promoting Vietnamese culture but also affirms the increasingly clear role of Vietnamese entrepreneurs, intellectuals, and artists in Europe in cultural connection, promoting people-to-people exchanges, and enhancing the country's image.
The Vietnamese Culture – Cuisine and Ao dai Festival 2026 promises to continue being a remarkable highlight, further spreading Vietnamese identity across the European cultural map.
