The art program and fireworks display "Spring in An Giang 2026" celebrates Binh Ngo Lunar New Year

(AG Provincial E-Portal) -The art program and fireworks display "Spring in An Giang 2026" celebrates Binh Ngo Lunar New Year. On the evening of February 16th (the 29th day of the Lunar New Year), at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward (An Giang Province), the art program "An Giang Celebrates the Party - Celebrates the Spring of Binh Ngo New Year 2026," with the theme "Spring in An Giang 2026," took place in a vibrant atmosphere, attracting a large number of locals and tourists.

Attending the program were Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, Secretary of the An Giang Provincial Party Committee Nguyen Tien Hai, along with members of the Provincial Party Standing Committee, the Standing Committee of the Provincial People's Council, the Provincial People's Committee, and leaders of provincial departments and agencies...

The program was directed by the People's Committee of An Giang province; the Department of Culture and Sports of An Giang province directed the content. The event was broadcast live on An Giang province's newspapers and radio and television channels, spreading the spring atmosphere throughout the province.

Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, Secretary of the An Giang Provincial Party Committee Nguyen Tien Hai, along with members of the Provincial Party Standing Committee, the Standing Committee of the Provincial People's Council, the Provincial People's Committee, and leaders of departments and agencies, attended the art program at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, on the evening of February 16. Photo: TAY HO
Delegates, leaders of departments and agencies, and armed forces attended the art program "Spring in An Giang 2026" at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, on the evening of February 16. Photo: TAY HO
Member of the Provincial Party Standing Committee, Permanent Vice Chairman of the An Giang Provincial People's Committee Nguyen Thanh Phong presented flowers to businesses with many social welfare activities in the province at the art program "Spring in An Giang 2026" on the evening of February 16. Photo: TAY HO

Taking place from 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM, the meticulously staged program harmoniously combined revolutionary music, lyrical spring songs, and vibrant folk elements. The opening performance featured the song "Welcome to the Communist Party of Vietnam" by composer Do Minh, performed by singer To Trinh along with the TUSO choir and orchestra, creating a solemn atmosphere and evoking pride and enthusiasm on the eve of the new year.

The audience enjoyed melodies performed by Ho Trung Dung, including "Nang Co Con Xuan," "Bai Tango Cho Em," and "Hay Mang Den Nhung Mua Xuan"; as well as performances of "Det Nhung Mua Xuan," and instrumental folk music pieces such as "Trong Com - Tuy Hung Ly Ngua O," and "Qua Cau Gio Bay," all imbued with traditional influences.

Lion dance on a plum blossom platform enlivened the atmosphere of the "An Giang Spring 2026" art night at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, on the evening of February 16th. Photo: TAY HO
The performance "Welcome to the Communist Party of Vietnam" by singer To Trinh and the TUSO choir and orchestra opened the "An Giang Spring 2026" program at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, on the evening of February 16th. Photo:  TAY HO
A large crowd of people watched the "An Giang Spring 2026" art program at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, on the evening of February 16th. Photo: TAY HO
Police officers ensured security and order so that people could enjoy the art program and welcome the new year at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, on the evening of February 16th. Photo: TAY HO

A special highlight of the program was the duet of the modern-traditional song "Spring Song," performed by People's Artist Phuong Loan and artist To Tan Loan, contributing to the richness of artistic colors and connecting tradition and modernity.

The spring night atmosphere continued to flourish with the appearance of singers Vo Ha Tram, Quang Dung, and Phuong Vy performing a series of songs including "Spring Flowers and Grass," "Welcoming Spring," "Spring Love," "When We First Fell in Love," and "Spring Melody"... The program concluded with the song "Happy New Year," sung in harmony by the artists, followed by a dazzling fireworks display, welcoming the new year 2026 with joy by the large crowd.

Singer Vo Ha Tram and her dance troupe performed energetically at the New Year's art program at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, on the evening of February 16th. Photo: Tay Ho
  Singer Quang Dung performed the song "Spring Love Song" at the New Year's art program at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, on the evening of February 16th. Photo: Tay Ho
Fireworks illuminated the sky over Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, during the New Year's art program on the evening of February 16th. Photo: Tay Ho
People captured the moment of the dazzling fireworks at Tran Quang Khai Square, Rach Gia Ward, during the New Year's art program on the evening of February 16th. Photo: Tay Ho
Crowds of people flocked to the central streets of Rach Gia Ward to enjoy the art program and fireworks display on the evening of February 16th. Photo: Tay Ho

At the same time, at Hai Ba Trung Square, Long Xuyen Ward (An Giang Province), an art program with the theme "Spring in An Giang 2026" was also organized, creating a vibrant atmosphere for welcoming the spring.

The program in Long Xuyen opened with the song "Together We Light Up," followed by a series of spectacular performances featuring singers Nguyen Phi Hung, Quynh Trang, Duc Tuan, Meritorious Artist Phuong Anh, and the rock band Microwave. Songs such as "A Toast to the New Year," "The River of An Giang," "Spring and Youth," "A Thousand Dreams of Vietnam," and "A Prosperous Spring Melody" conveyed messages of faith, aspirations for development, and a prosperous future for the homeland.

Provincial leaders and delegates attend the New Year's art program in Long Xuyen ward on the evening of February 16th. Photo: TRUNG HIEU
 A large crowd of people gathered at the Uncle Ton monument area (Long Xuyen ward) to watch the program and await the fireworks display on the evening of February 16th. Photo: TRUNG HIEU
Artist Kim Luan performs the traditional song "Spring Comes" at the New Year's art program in Long Xuyen ward on the evening of February 16th. Photo: TRUNG HIEU
 Singer Nguyen Phi Hung performs the song "Wishing You a Happy New Year" at the New Year's art program in Long Xuyen ward on the evening of February 16th. Photo: TRUNG HIEU
A mixed male and female choir performs the song "Together We Light Up" at the New Year's art program in Long Xuyen ward on the evening of February 16th. Photo: TRUNG HIEU
A  lively lion dance performance at the New Year's art program in Long Xuyen ward on the evening of February 16th. Photo: TRUNG HIEU
 Fireworks illuminate the sky over Long Xuyen ward during the New Year's Eve art performance on February 16th. Photo: TRUNG HIEU

The two art programs in Rach Gia and Long Xuyen are not only unique cultural events on the eve of the Lunar New Year, but also demonstrate the province's concern for the spiritual well-being of the people; at the same time, they inspire pride and solidarity, looking forward to a peaceful, prosperous, and successful Year of the Horse 2026.

News by Tay Ho - Trung Hieu

Translator: Thi Huynh