From February 28 to March 1, 2026, the Dong Dinh communal house festival will take place at the Tay ethnic minority cultural village in Dong Dinh village, Tien Yen commune, within the framework of the 2026 Tien Yen ethnic minorities culture and sports festival. This is a remarkable cultural event that attracts many participants, including local residents and visitors, creating a joyful and united atmosphere while promoting the image of Tien Yen as a friendly destination.

The ceremonial part was solemnly conducted with rituals of incense offering, formal reporting, and seeking permission at the communal house. It also featured a reenactment of a segment of the Long Tong ritual – a distinctive spiritual practice of the Tay people. The ritual carries the meaning of praying for good harvests and peace, expressing aspirations for prosperity and favorable crops, while affirming the continuity of the community’s long-standing cultural traditions.

Along with the ceremonial parts, sport contests are also held including the football women’s competition organizing for the first time, boat racing on the Dong Dinh river and folk games such as tug of war and stick pushing. These activities not only create an exciting atmosphere but also encourage physical training and strengthen the spirit of solidarity among the people.

The festival space is further enriched with cultural and artistic exchange programs, including Then singing performances, traditional costume showcases, and a cultural program to bid farewell to new recruits as they depart for military service. In addition, numerous OCOP booths, local cuisine and agricultural product displays, photo exhibitions, and traditional folk games offer visitors a vivid experience of indigenous cultural life.

Through the event, the locality aims to preserve and promote traditional cultural values, strengthen solidarity among ethnic groups, and contribute to tourism promotion as well as socio-economic development in the area.

Investment, Trade and Tourism Promotion Agency