Bac Yen equestrian festival features lively cultural and sports activities

As part of the first "Vo ngua tren may” (Galloping on the clouds) festival 2025, held in Hang Dong commune, Bac Yen district, many cultural and sports activities took place on March 15, attracting a large number of locals and tourists.

The first "Vo ngua tren may” (Galloping on the clouds) festival 2025 in Hang Dong commune.

At the festival, there were various cultural and sports competitions, including banh day (sticky rice) pounding, tug-of-war, stick pushing, stilt walking, crossbow shooting, and tu lu (a traditional game), with the participation of over 200 athletes from the hamlets in Hang Dong commune. The teams and athletes competed enthusiastically and energetically, delivering exciting and intense performances. The competitions received enthusiastic cheers and encouragement from a large crowd of spectators and tourists, creating a lively atmosphere.

At the sticky rice pounding competition. 

In addition, the festival also featured stalls displaying agricultural products and OCOP (One Commune One Product) items from Hang Dong commune, such as pickled bamboo shoots with chili and Thac Rong tea. There was also a cultural space showcasing the Mong ethnic group’s traditions, including embroidery, textile weaving, musical instruments, and traditional clothing.

 A tu lu competition.
A tug-of-war competition.
Tourists buy local agricultural products.
 The organising board presents prizes to competition winners.
Tourists experience the Mong ethnic group’s tradition of pounding sticky rice.

At the end of the programme, the organising board awarded 13 first, 13 second, 13 third, and five consolation prizes to the teams and athletes who achieved outstanding results.

 A large number of locals cheer for the competitions.

The festival took place in a joyful and exciting atmosphere, with both the locals and tourists celebrating together. At the same time, it contributed to the restoration, preservation, and promotion of the cultural values of the Mong ethnic people. Hang Dong commune will maintain the "Vo ngua tren may" festival as an annual event to promote the local natural and cultural tourism potential, attract investment, and develop sustainable tourism.

 

 

 

Comment

You have 500/500 characters left

Please enter 5 or more characters!!!

Recent news

  • ' Long Phieng Boarding School holds inauguration rehearsal

    Long Phieng Boarding School holds inauguration rehearsal

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Dinh Viet on August 21 attended the final rehearsal for the inauguration and trial operation of Long Phieng Primary and Secondary Boarding School in Long Phieng commune. Also attending were Standing Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Ha Trung Chien, Vice Chairman of the committee Dang Ngoc Hau, and representatives of several departments and agencies.
  • ' Yen Son Boarding School readies for opening

    Yen Son Boarding School readies for opening

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Dinh Viet on August 21 attended the final rehearsal for the inauguration and trial operation of Yen Son Primary and Secondary Boarding School in Yen Son commune. Also attending were Standing Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Ha Trung Chien, and representatives of several departments and agencies.
  • 'New school helps nurture dreams of students in Yen Son border area

    New school helps nurture dreams of students in Yen Son border area

    SOCIETY -
    After more than nine months of construction, the Yen Son Primary and Secondary Boarding School project has completed all major facilities and is ready to welcome teachers and students for the new academic year. It is set to become a dream school, nurturing children from ethnic minority communities in the border area and helping them pursue their dreams of a brighter future.
  • 'Chieng Hac highland market: A journey into local culture

    Chieng Hac highland market: A journey into local culture

    BUSINESS -
    The Chieng Hac commune People’s Committee on April 21 held the 2026 highland market under the theme “Back to Cherished Memories,” featuring a vibrant lineup of cultural, sporting and culinary activities that drew large crowds of local residents and visitors.
  • 'Son La, Houaphanh boost industry, trade connectivity

    Son La, Houaphanh boost industry, trade connectivity

    FOREIGN AFFAIR -
    A delegation from the Department of Industry and Trade of Laos' Houaphanh province led by its Director Thongsuk Somphavan paid a working visit to the Department of Industry and Trade of Son La province on August 20. Director of the Son La department Ha Nhu Hue received and held a working session with the delegation.
  • 'Son La steps up dairy cattle relocation, land-use management in Moc Chau

    Son La steps up dairy cattle relocation, land-use management in Moc Chau

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and President of the provincial Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee Cha A Cua on August 20 conducted a field survey to assess the use of agricultural and forestry land and the relocation of dairy cattle from the core zone of the Moc Chau National Tourism Area in Thao Nguyen and Van Son wards. He was accompanied by leaders of several provincial departments and agencies.
  • 'Workshop seeks to promote Muong Chanh tourism

    Workshop seeks to promote Muong Chanh tourism

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    Muong Chanh commune, in coordination with Tay Bac University, on August 18 organised a workshop themed “Muong Chanh Tourism: Potential, Current Situation and Solutions.” The event was attended by Standing Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People’s Council Lo Minh Hung; leaders of several provincial departments and agencies, and Phieng Cam, Chieng Mai, Muoi Noi and Binh Thuan communes; as well as scientists, artisans, businesses and cooperatives in the localities.
  • 'Muong Chanh builds on revolutionary legacy for prosperous future

    Muong Chanh builds on revolutionary legacy for prosperous future

    SOCIETY -
    Returning to Muong Chanh during the historic August days, the first impression is of lush coffee plantations stretching across the hillsides as far as the eyes can see. At the heart of the commune, a more prosperous and vibrant landscape, adorned with colourful flags and flowers, reflects a renewed sense of confidence and vitality in what was once a revolutionary base.
  • '"Ve ban em" gameshow held in Huoi Mot commune

    "Ve ban em" gameshow held in Huoi Mot commune

    CULTURE -
    The Son La Newspaper and Radio-Television, in coordination with the provincial Culture and Sports Centre, organised the “Ve Ban Em” (Coming to my hamlet) gameshow in Huoi Mot commune on August 18. The programme attracted a large number of local residents.