This celebrates the 1975 victory of the proletariat over the monarchy with parades, speeches, etc. Lao national and communist hammer and sickle flags are flown all over the country. Celebration is mandatory, hence poorer communities postpone some of the traditional Ok Phansa activities usually practiced roughly a month earlier-until National Day, thus saving themselves considerable […]

The European Union Delegation to Lao PDR is happy to inform you that the European Food and Film Festival is back! The Festival will present 10+ European films, reflecting the diversity of perspectives, histories and national cultures of Europe, while promoting cultural cooperation between Europe and Lao PDR. Films on offer include science fiction, documentaries, […]

The UNESCO Heritage town of Luang Prabang in Laos will once again host a film festival, previously known as the Luang Prabang Film Festival (LPFF). With a rich history of connecting regional filmmakers, supporting the Lao domestic film industry, and presenting an annual free festival, LPFF has been a force in the region for more […]

Cherry Blossoms festival will be held between 23-26 December 2022 in Xam Neua and Vieng Xay Districts,  Xam Neua Province. Activities in the festival are included: The annual contest of Miss Dok Khai Pa Singers contest Local products fair Planting Dok Khai Pa (Cherry blossom) ceremony Visit the cherry blossoms at the Lao-Japanese Friendship Garden […]

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This is the largest festival in Champasack Province and one of the largest festivals in the entire country. It is held annually on the grounds of the enchanting pre-Angkorian remains of Vat Phou in Champasack. This festival attracts thousands of people each year, who come for prayer ceremonies and to enjoy the festivities. There is […]