Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Night Coming to Annandale

The Fairfax County Park Authority recently announce the third annual Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Night is set to take place Aug. 2 at Ossian Hall Park, 7900 Heritage Dr., in Annandale. This 90-minute performance celebrating Vietnamese culture starts at 7 p.m. Admission is free.

Vietnamese Cultural Night is part of the “Explore the World in Your Community” series, an international music and dance series aimed at promoting awareness and appreciation of Fairfax County’s cultural diversity. The show will feature fresh talents as well as all-time favorites, all geared to highlight Vietnam’s peace-loving attitude, multicultural diversity, and its people’s independent spirits through folk instrumental and choral music, as well as traditional and contemporary dances.

Renowned flutist Nguyễn Đình Nghiã’s ensemble will perform with many folk instruments, playing a cross-section of Vietnam’s diverse musical traditions. More contemporary dance interpretations and songs will be performed by youth groups, such as George Mason University students, Vietnamese Youth Education Association, and local high school music artists. 

Performers of all ages will lend their skilled voices to project the vitality of the Vietnamese American community, of which many members are not only keen on preserving their heritage but also committed to participating in the local cultural scene.

Upcoming Explore the World Performances

July

26      Bolivian Cultural Heritage Night

August

02      Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Night 
09      Korean Cultural Heritage Night
16      European Polka & Waltz Night
23      Peruvian Cultural Heritage Night
30      Colombian Cultural Heritage Night

Concerts are canceled if it’s raining. If there’s a threat of bad weather, call 703-324-SHOW (7469) one hour prior to the start of the show for updates.For more information on Explore the World, visit Spotlight by Starlight.