Carnival Nghe An 2026 shines with vibrant colors during the dress rehearsal.
Minh Quan•August 17, 2026 23:50
On the evening of August 17th, Truong Thi Street came alive as processions of floats and dozens of artists and performers entered the dress rehearsal for the Nghe An Carnival 2026.
According to the program script, the Nghe An Carnival 2026, themed "Endless Sunshine," will bring together 85 artists, performers, and circus artists, organized into 4 parade groups along with 3 floats. Along the route, there will be 3 mini-shows featuring various art forms such as Malambo, Latin dance, Lotus dance, Sunflower dance, circus acts, LED juggling, stilt walking, fire dancing, etc.
Vo Trong Hai, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the People's Committee of Nghe An province, directly supervised the dress rehearsal of the Nghe An Carnival 2026. Photo: Minh Quan
During the dress rehearsal, the performances unfolded one after another on Truong Thi Street. From brightly lit floats to dance troupes, circus acts, and international artists, the program created an open performance space right in the heart of the city. Along both sides of the street, large crowds of people, including many families and young children, stood watching and capturing the first images of the Carnival's dress rehearsal.
The Carnival procession, with its brightly lit floats and groups of artists, moved along Truong Thi Street during the dress rehearsal on August 17th. According to the script, the program included 3 floats and 4 parade groups. Photo: Minh QuanThe model vehicle "Nghe An - Cua Lo: Brilliant Pink Lotus" features images of a traditional fishing boat, the national flag, ocean waves, and pink lotus flowers – images that evoke the land of Nghe An. Photo: Minh QuanThe Lotus Flower group of performers, dressed in white, pink, and green, created the image of a moving lotus pond on the streets, contributing to bringing the familiar beauty of Nghe An province into the modern Carnival setting. Photo: Minh QuanThe group of sunflowers, in their vibrant yellow, added another layer of color to the dress rehearsal. According to the script, the sunflower symbolizes optimism and a forward-looking energy. Photo: Minh QuânMalambo dancers bring a powerful rhythm with their drums and energetic performance formations. This is one of the highlights that sets Carnival apart in terms of tempo. Photo: Minh QuanInternational artists in vibrant costumes and lighting props created a lively atmosphere on Truong Thi Street, adding a modern touch to the Nghe An Carnival 2026. Photo: Minh QuanCircus art is one of the highlights of the Nghe An Carnival 2026. Performances are staged right on the streets, bringing artists closer to the audience instead of being confined to a stage. The program also includes LED juggling, bicycle riding, stilt walking, and fire dancing... Photo: Minh QuanEven though it was only the dress rehearsal, the show attracted many families, children, and locals who lined both sides of Truong Thi Street to watch the performances. Photo: Minh QuanA large crowd gathered along Truong Thi Street to watch the dress rehearsal. The close interaction between artists and the audience is also one of the key features emphasized in the Nghe An Carnival 2026 program. Photo: Minh Quan
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