The southern chant is performed at the closing night of the festival

This year’s festival attracted 100 artisans and amateur artists from 9 districts of Can Tho. Artisan Hoang Tan, head of the organizing board, said: “Participating troupes performed well. The festival is a success. I am very impressed with the results and the sentiments of artists, which create vitality of this folk art genre.”

During 3 nights of competition, 70 prizes were given to individuals and groups for the excellent performances. Don Ca Tai Tu is recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humankind.