Art performance showcases Vietnamese tradition of filial piety
The event paid heartfelt tribute to the parent- child bond, reflecting Vietnam’s long-standing tradition of filial piety and gratitude.
THE HANOI TIMES — Hanoians filled the Vietnam–Soviet Friendship Labor Cultural Palace on September 18 for “Grateful for Parents 2025,” an art program that blended emotion and tradition in a moving tribute to family values.
This special event served as a heartfelt tribute to the sacred bond between parents and children - an expression of filial piety, gratitude, and love that has been cherished for generations in Vietnamese culture.
Being organized by Kinh te & Do thi Newspaper (Economic & Urban), Phu nu Viet Nam Newspaper (Vietnamese Women), and Oscar Media, the program featured powerful performances that left a lasting impression on the audience.
Held annually since 2017, the event has become a meaningful tradition during the Vu Lan season of filial piety, which falls in the 7th lunar month or September this year.
Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Nguyen Thi Tuyen (third from right), presented flowers to the program's Organizing Board.
Nguyen Thanh Loi, Editor-in-Chief of Kinh te & Do thi Newspaper, Head of the Organizing Board delivers the opening speech at the program.
He emphasized that filial piety is not only a moral foundation, but a timeless virtue embedded in the Vietnamese spirit.
He said that showing love and respect to one’s parents also reflects gratitude toward ancestors and those who sacrificed for the nation’s peace and independence.
The art program “Grateful for Parents 2025” draws significant public attention.
Diva My Linh performs heartfelt songs like “Mother’s Lullaby” and “Mother’s Legend”, stirring deep emotions in the crowd.
Renowned singer Phuong Thanh showcased her sweet and soulful voice.
Adding a touching cross-cultural element, American singer Kyo York captivates the audience with his flawless Vietnamese and powerful vocals in a heartfelt song honoring fathers.
These performances touched the hearts of the audience.
During the show, an audience shares a heartfelt expression of love and filial devotion to her parents.
The art program carries a meaningful message: cherish and honor your parents while you still can.
It also inspires gratitude, fostering love and compassion throughout the community.
The program delivers a nostalgic note for its return next year during the Vu Lan filial piety and gratitude season.
