From 22 to 26 November 2026, a series of activities themed “Touch Champa Cultural Heritage” will take place at My Son Sanctuary in Da Nang City. Featuring music, traditional clothing, folk games, crafts and artistic performances, the program offers visitors opportunities to explore Cham culture within this heritage setting.
Marking Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day on 23 November, the program combines visits to the temple towers with cultural experiences alongside artisans. Through music, folk songs and hands-on activities, visitors can gain a closer understanding of the spiritual life and traditional values of the Cham community.
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Discover traditional music and clothing
In the lotus pond area at Group H, “Awakening Champa Traditional Colors” will run daily from 09:00–11:30 and 13:30–16:30, from 22 to 26 November 2026.
Visitors can enjoy excerpts from Payak performances, listen to Cham folk songs, try traditional musical instruments and experience Cham clothing. Opportunities to meet, interact and take photographs with artisans and Cham women add a personal touch to the journey through My Son.
Trying musical instruments, exploring traditional clothing and watching performances also offer different ways to engage with Cham culture through sound, artistic expression and conversations with those who safeguard this heritage.
Experience folk games and traditional crafts
Throughout the event, the entrance area of My Son will host Cham–Viet folk games. Visitors can join the activities and receive gifts from the organizers, adding another experience before or after exploring the temple towers.
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At the My Son Exhibition Hall, the ongoing activity “Keeping the Heritage Flame Alive” introduces visitors to traditional crafts through hands-on workshops with Cham and Vietnamese artisans. Under their guidance, participants can observe techniques, try the craft-making process and learn about the effort and skill behind handmade products. During the event, visitors will receive a 50% discount on craft workshop fees.
Enjoy artistic performances in a heritage setting
Two arts programs will take place daily from 22 to 26 November 2026, allowing visitors to incorporate performances into their sightseeing plans.
At 09:00 in the entrance area, “Heritage Colors” will present artistic performances to begin the cultural journey through My Son.
At 14:45 in the Group B, C and D temple complex, “Echoes of My Son” will bring traditional Cham culture to life through performances incorporating ritual elements. Set among the temple towers, the program connects the site’s architectural remains with cultural traditions passed down through generations.
With activities extending from the entrance area to the Exhibition Hall and temple groups, “Touch Champa Cultural Heritage” offers visitors several opportunities to pause, listen, learn and develop a deeper appreciation of My Son during a November visit.
DA NANG TOURISM PROMOTION CENTER
