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That Nang Lao stupa A ceremony to officially recognise That Nang Lao stupa as a national heritage site will be held alongside the That Nang Lao stupa Festival 2026 in Savannakhet province. When: March 1–3, 2026 Where: Vilabouly district, Savannakhet province		Mittaphab Hospital Children and adults are invited to come to Mittaphab Hospital for surgery to correct deformities in hands and wrists, with treatment to be carried out by doctors from several countries including Italy and Switzerland. When: March 9-14 Where: Mittaphab Hospital, Vientiane

Dance performance The “Sangsinxay” stage production blends literary art, contemporary dance, and cultural heritage in one spectacular performance. Not to be missed! When: March 4 and 6 at 6pm, March 8 at 4pm. The show runs for 2 hours. Where: National Culture Hall		Dansavanh Run 2026 Let’s run together at the DANSAVANH RUN 2026. This year is extra special because registration is free. Choose the distance that fits your fitness level: 3KM - For a relaxing run/walk with friends and family 7KM - For those looking for more of a fitness challenge Scan the QR Code on the poster to register now! For more information, please call +856 20 5827 6666 Facebook: Dansavanh Nam Ngum Resort All registered runners will receive: 1.An exclusive running T-shirt 2.Running number (bib) 3.Drinking water stations 4.Medical points and toilet facilities When: March 15 Start Time: 5:30am Where: Dansavanh Nam Ngum Resort

Short Video Competition Campaign A short video contest has been launched, inviting travellers to share their journeys on the Laos-China Railway and experiences at World Heritage sites for the chance to win prizes, including a six-day trip to Yunnan, China. When: February 5 to March 5, 2026 Where: Online submissions via social media		Japan Film Festival Don’t miss the fun of Japanese movies at the Japan Film Festival, featuring popular Japanese films that are sure to appeal to Lao audiences. This year, the Japan Foundation is delighted to present eight films. All films will be screened in Japanese with Lao and English subtitles. When: February 28 - March 8 Where: 4th floor of the Vientiane Center.
Free film show Come and enjoy free French films this month, with English subtitles. When: Every Friday at 6:30pm and young’s movies every Wednesday from 2-4:30pm. Where: French Institute, Lane Xang Avenue, Vientiane		AI Ready ASEAN Youth Challenge Registration is now open for the AI Ready ASEAN Youth Challenge, a regional ideathon bringing together young innovators to explore artificial intelligence and address real-world challenges, with total prizes worth US$20,000. When: Registration deadline March 24 Where: Open to students across ASEAN (online registration via https://airayouthchallenge.ai/)

Vat Sisaket Museum Vat Sisaket Museum in Vientiane is famous for its cloister wall housing thousands of tiny Buddha images and rows of hundreds of seated Buddhas. These images mainly date from the 16th and 19th centuries and come in all sizes and are made from wood, stone and bronze. When: Open daily from 8am-4pm Where: Setthathirath Road		Hor Phakeo Museum This ancient temple was first built in 1565 during the reign of King Saysethathirath to house the Emerald Buddha and was the king’s personal place of worship. When: Open daily 8am-12noon; 1pm-4pm Where: Setthathirath Road, Chanthabouly district, Vientiane
Lao National Museum This museum teaches visitors about the history, culture and people of Laos. Exhibits depict the turbulent modern history of Laos from the Siamese invasions and the French colonial period to the American military presence during the Indochina War, and through to the present day. There is a strong emphasis on the struggle for independence and the regime change in 1975, which explains why the museum was originally named the Lao Revolutionary Museum. When: Open from 8am to 12 and from 1-4pm, seven days a week. Where: Sivilay village, Xaythany district, near the Kaysone Phomvihane Museum.		Youth cultural ambassador programme The China Soong Ching Ling Foundation invites young people aged 10-18 to participate in the 2026 “Junior Cultural Ambassador” event. Under the theme “My Favourite Chinese Festival”, this is a unique opportunity to build bridges of friendship and showcase cultural heritage through digital storytelling. To enter, film a creative video (maximum 4 minutes) exploring the origins, legends, or regional customs of your favourite Chinese festival. The winners will be titled “Junior Cultural Ambassadors” and may be invited to an all-expenses-paid exchange trip to China. When: Application deadline March 31 When: Submit your video horizontally in high definition (1080p) via the official portal: https://vote6.gmw.cn/photo-list.html?collection_id=791. For enquiries, email hdzj@sclc2017.org.