Gia Lai hosts 2026 Gong Festival in Pleiku

Approximately 2,000 artisans from 39 different groups within and outside Gia Lai province participated in a street parade and cultural exchange during the 2026 Gia Lai Gong Festival. The event, held in Pleiku and surrounding areas, is part of a larger celebration including the Wild Sunflower Week and the Chu Dang Ya Volcano festival.

Artisans showcased traditional costumes and musical performances, including the Chăm H’roi people from Vân Canh commune, who presented unique cultural elements such as the ktoang drum and the reconstruction of the “Lễ ăn heo ký” ritual. Additionally, a youth gong group from Đồng Tâm village performed traditional Bana songs and instrumental pieces.

The festival features a central “Gong Festival Night” program scheduled for November 7 at the Đại Đoàn Kết Square.