Thai Binh festival
Dong Xam Temple festival
1st to 3rd of the 4th lunar month
Dong Xam Temple is located in Hong Thai Commune, Kien Xuong District. It is dedicated to Mr. Nguyen Kim Lau, the founder of silver carving in Dong Xam. Wonderful samples of artistically carved silver are displayed. In addition, there are many activities, like canoe racing, popular opera of the Red River Delta (cheo) and declamation pieces (ca tru).
Keo Pagoda Festival
15th of the 9th lunar month
Keo Pagoda belongs to Duy Nhat Commune, in Vu Thu District, Thai Binh. The festival lasts three days in honour of Buddhist dignitary Duong Khong Lo, a man who is credited with curing Le King from a serious illness. The partici-pant take part in many religious tires and ceremonies, as well as in many games and artistic performances that reflect the didtinctive traits of this agricultural community of the Red River Delta.