Vang Vieng Music Fest a boost for tourism, community spirit

The 9th Vangvieng Music Fest on December 20 drew large crowds, bringing renewed energy to the local tourism industry, business, and community life.
The ninth edition of the festival created a bustle of excitement in the town as people arrived from other provinces and countries, staying overnight and exploring various parts of the popular tourist hotspot.
Group Chief Executive Officer of Senglao Group, On behalf of Samart Company, Mr Sayasone Panyathip, representing event organisers, said the festival delivered more than just entertainment value.
“What was clear after the event was not only the enjoyment of music but the wider picture of travel, tourism and the vibrant lifestyle in Vangvieng,” he was quoted as saying.

Mr Sayasone Panyathip, said people flocked to the town and spent several days there, soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying the many tourist attractions and eateries.
The most encouraging outcome was the positive response from business owners, workers, and local residents, who welcomed the visitors and provided them with good hospitality, he added.
Hotels and guesthouses, restaurants, shops, cafes and travel companies recorded steady activity during the event, helping to spur economic momentum in the town.

Mr Sayasone Panyathip, said the festival demonstrated how music and other leisure activities can connect people, communities, and tourism in practical ways.
The event was a success thanks to cooperation between government agencies, private companies, sponsors, and the local community, he said. It was not only about numbers but also about shared experiences and a sense of team spirit.
The organisers expressed their desire to improve the festival in the coming years, with a focus on quality and wider participation, so the event is a real source of pride and raises the profile of Vangvieng as a great place to visit and return to, for a whole variety of good reasons.

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(Latest Update December 24, 2025)