This traditional ceremony features costumed Kings, Queens, Court Officials, soldiers, elders, and ordinary villagers walking in a cultural procession. The Têt Festival officially begins with the Ancestral Procession (Lé Ruöc Kieu Tổ). Each Village chooses a Village Deity (Thanh Hoàng) during the Lunar New Year – usually a person of high respect and, often who has done something to positively impact the village or the country. According to Vietnamese legends, the red color and the bamboo ward off the evil spirits during the absence of the Kitchen Gods, Ông Táo who leave their family to visit the palace of the Jade Emperor. This is identical to traditional ceremonies seen throughout Việt Nam today. In The Village, see the raising of Cây Nêu (a tall piece of bamboo with a good luck message on a red scroll and firecrackers). Kick off the festival with the raising of the bamboo, marking the beginning of Tềt. Visit the Village to see cultural exhibits, galleries, and models of Vietnamese architecture. Cultural VillageĪlso known as Làng Việt Nam in Vietnamese, the Cultural Village is a replica of a traditional village in Việt Nam. VALID ONLY on Saturday, February 10 from 12PM to 1PM. Free admission for guests wearing traditional outfits (no religious outfits), military, and scout uniforms (no costumes). Miss Vietnam of Southern California Pageant: The pageant showcases the contestants’ talents with the yearly tradition of having the pageant at Tết Festival.Activities: There are numerous activities for all ages and backgrounds.The schedule has back to back performances so there is always something to catch. Multiple Stages: The festival has multiple stages where activities such a pho eating contest, pageants, karaoke, dance performances and more are held.Shop for traditional Vietnamese crafts and souvenirs: Shop for traditional Vietnamese crafts and souvenirs, such as lacquerware, silk clothing, and ceramics.There are many photo opportunities with traditional Vietnamese themes.
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