"Red Flag with Yellow Star Festival" - A big festival in Than Uyen land

(laichau.gov.vn) "Independence Day" or affectionately known as "Red Flag with Yellow Star Festival" has long been a typical cultural symbol of Than Uyen. This year, from August 30 to September 2, Than Uyen commune and some neighboring communes of Lai Chau province were brilliant with flags, sparkling with light and filled with pride as the Red Flag with Yellow Star Festival continued to be held at the provincial level. This is not only an occasion to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day September 2, but also a unique cultural festival of Lai Chau ethnic groups, bringing people and tourists a unique and attractive experience.

In addition to the special art program, the Red Flag Festival with Golden Star 2025 is also a series of diverse and attractive events: The solemn flag-raising ceremony (will take place on the morning of September 2) - a sacred symbol of national pride. "Non nuoc Khoen On" festival, "Huong sac Muong Than" festival - honoring cultural identity and unique landscapes. KOMOMO international race, swallow-tail boat racing - exciting, attracting domestic and foreign tourists. "Huong sac Lai Chau" photo exhibition, Nam Pat fair, excerpts of folk festivals, traditional craft demonstrations. Introducing OCOP products - promoting tourism potential, local agricultural products...

Comrade Tong Thanh Hai - Member of the Provincial Party Standing Committee, Permanent Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, Head of the Organizing Committee of Independence Day 2025 and delegates attended the "Non nuoc Khoen On" Festival and wished for health and peace.

In the gathering atmosphere of the Red Flag with Yellow Star Festival, each flute tune, xoe hoop, market session, and reunion meal conveys a message of solidarity, gratitude, and steadfast belief in a bright future. This is also an opportunity for Than Uyen to promote its image, attract investment, and develop tourism associated with cultural preservation. Come to Than Uyen - Lai Chau to immerse yourself in the Red Flag with Yellow Star Festival 2025, experience the unique cultural space, enjoy unique cuisine , and preserve unforgettable memories on the land rich in humanity in the far West of the Fatherland.

Here are some photos captured by reporters during this series of events:

The Khoen On Flower Lantern Program - wishes to reach far was held on the evening of August 31, 2025.

The Muong Than Fragrance Festival takes place all day on August 31 at Ban Chit Pine Hill.

KOMOMO Than Uyen International Running Race 2025 with the participation of commune leaders and professional and amateur athletes.

The 1st Than Uyen Open Pickleball Tournament in 2025 attracted many excellent players from inside and outside the province to participate.

Among sports competitions, tug of war is a sport that demonstrates the spirit of solidarity, unanimity and the promotion of collective strength. This is the most exciting and vibrant competition within the framework of Independence Day activities.

Demonstration of traditional weaving craft of the Kho Mu ethnic group in Muong Kim commune.

Independence Day is not only an occasion to teach the next generation about history but also contributes to preserving many national cultural values.

Source: https://laichau.gov.vn/tin-tuc-su-kien/so-nganh-huyen-thanh-pho/-tet-co-do-sao-vang-ngay-hoi-lon-tren-dat-than-uyen.html