The fifth International Vietnamese Martial Arts Festival will be held in the central province of Binh Dinh from August 1 to 4 with 30 countries and territories participating.

It will feature martial arts competitions and performances, a seminar on preserving martial arts, a street carnival, and a beauty contest for women martial artists

There will also be music and dance performances featuring martial music, classical opera, and bai choi folk music.

Besides preserving traditional culture, especially ancient martial arts, the festival also seeks to promote the province's image and tourism. — VNS