Thousands of tourists flock to Dong Giang Heavenly Gate for the 2/9 festival: The atmosphere of Co Tu Village explodes with a series of attractive competition activities 

On the morning of August 29, Dong Giang Heaven Gate was bustling with the atmosphere of September 2 when thousands of tourists flocked to celebrate the Independence New Year.Co Tu Cultural Village quickly became the focal point with a highland market, an A Rieu chili-eating contest and a special folk game series.Cheering, exciting competitions and the sound of gongs create a bustling atmosphere, opening for the impressive 2/9 holiday between thousands of majestic Truong Son. 

Tourists excitedly compete and receive countless attractive gifts at Co Tu Village

Dong Giang Heavenly Gate "broke the battle" on the occasion of September 2 to welcome thousands of tourists celebrating the Independence New Year

Right from 8:30, Tam Mon Gate has become a vibrant starting point with the program " Hello Dong Giang" imbued with Co Tu culture.The continuous exchanges and performances create a bustling atmosphere, opening for the journey to discover the Midland Village.

Tourists participate in the "Hello Dong Giang" program at the Tam Mon Gate

By 10:30, the heat of the Village Festival was pushed up with the A Rieu chili-eating contest. The teams play in turn in cheers and cheers, creating competitions that are both thrilling and full of laughter.The activity quickly became one of the biggest draws of the day.

The atmosphere continues to be extended with the Co Tu market, where agricultural products, highland fruits, buffalo croissants, barbecues and many local products are gathered.Folk games with gifts and gong fighting activities at 3pm make the Village Festival more bustling, bringing visitors closer to Co Tu life and culture.

The bustling atmosphere at Co Tu Cultural Village on the first day of the September 2 holiday 

Booming series of competition activities at Co Tu Village Festival 

Co Tu village is more exciting with a series of attractive competition activities. Visitors can directly enter, try their hand and immerse themselves in the rhythm of the festival through competitions imbued with indigenous culture. 

Try the typical spicy taste of A Rieu chili

At 10:30, the contest to eat A Rieu peppers officially took place in the excitement of the players and the large audience.The teams in turn try with spicy A Rieu peppers, creating dramatic but no less humorous competitions.

From unexpected expressions to determination to conquer the challenge, every moment on the competition ground received cheers and enthusiastic cheers.The competition continues at 10:30 every day from August 29 to September 2, 2026, becoming one of the expected activities at the Village Festival.

A Rieu chili eating contest creates exciting competitions at Co Tu Village

Harmony of gongs among thousands

At 15:00, the Village Festival space echoed the typical gong sounds of the Co Tu people. The gong rhythm resonates between the mountains and forests to create an emotional space, attracting visitors to stop and enjoy and exchange.

The activity not only brings a unique sound experience but also helps visitors better feel the cultural life of the Co Tu people.In the space of the Cultural Village, the sound of gongs and gongs becomes a highlight connecting people with festivals and communities.

The sound of gongs echoed in the space of Co Tu Cultural Village

Enter the game with folk games, happy to receive gifts

Besides the main activities, the series of folk games also constantly attracts visitors to participate.Shooting crossbows, riding stilts, and many other interactive games offer challenges of dexterity, focus, and balance.

The atmosphere is even more exciting when players directly compete in the cheers of family, friends and people around them.The prizes for the winners also create more attraction, making the game area always maintain a fun rhythm during the Village Festival. 

The space of Co Tu Cultural Village was bustling during the days of the Village 

Immerse yourself in Co Tu cultural space with countless unique experiences 

The space of Co Tu Cultural Village has become more bustling these days with many experiential activities organized throughout.Visitors can walk the market, enjoy local food, learn about traditional crafts and directly participate in cultural activities with the Co Tu people.

• Wander the market, enjoy highland specialties: The stalls continuously welcome guests with buffalo croissants, blue rice, Za Rá bamboo tube barbecue, fruits, agricultural products and many local products.
• Traditional craft experience: The weaving and knitting area introduces handmade products made by the Co Tu people, helping visitors learn more about traditional techniques and patterns.
• Exchange and learn about indigenous culture: Visitors have the opportunity to get acquainted with Co Tu language, learn about customs and participate in exchange activities in the cultural space of the people.
• Together with the sound of gongs: The gong melodies resound between the Cultural Village, creating a direct exchange space between artisans and visitors.

The bustling Co Tu market with specialty stalls and highland products

See for yourself with a special Art Night featuring over 75 artists, actors, and artisans 

The focal point of the September 2 ceremony at Dong Giang Heavenly Gate will take place at 20:00 on September 2, 2026 at Co Tu Cultural Village.The program was performed by Da Nang Traditional Art Theater and Dong Giang Heaven Gate Ecotourism Area, bringing together more than 75 artists, actors and artisans.

The night opened the combination of traditional art and Co Tu culture with many special performances:

• Bai Chua of Quang: Bringing charming, close folk vibes and bold cultural imprints of Quang.
• Tuong "Hai Ba Trung": Recreating the image of a hero and the national spirit through traditional artistic language.
• Dance of the Great Thousand: Bringing the stories and colors of Co Tu culture to the stage through music, dance and performing arts.
• Traditional gongs and dances of Co Tu: Typical sounds and dances echo in the space of Cultural Village, creating a distinctive mark for the night.

The reunion of art forms creates a colorful program where history, art and indigenous culture are present in the same space.In particular, the combination of traditional Da Nang art and Co Tu culture opens a new perspective on cultural values that are continued and expressed in the language of contemporary art.

Special art night gathering 75 artists, actors and artisans at Dong Giang Heaven Gate

The atmosphere of the September 2 ceremony at Dong Giang Heaven Gate is continuing to be vibrant with unique cultural and artistic experiences.On this occasion, let's return with family and friends to the Heaven's Gate, enjoy a vacation between Truong Son mountains and directly immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Co Tu Village.