Question 1

What is VietFest about?

Accepted Answer

VietFest stands for Vietnamese Heritage Festival that happens once a year in August, hosted by NOVAL-DC (National Organization For Vietnamese American Leadership) to showcase the Vietnamese culture in the broader DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) area. Dive into Vietnamese culture, music, and activities for the whole family at the largest Vietnamese cultural festival on the East Coast. Enjoy food, fun, and entertainment, including our Annual VietFest's Got Talent, Miss VietFest United States Pageant, Mr. VietFest Competition and our competitive eating contests. Please check out our Letter from NOVAL-DC President Tab to find out more about VietFest and NOVAL-DC. Check out our ATTRACTIONS and COMPETITION Tabs for more details on what's happening at VietFest this year.

Question 2

Where is VietFest located?

Accepted Answer

This year’s festival will once again be at the premier shopping location in Virginia. The Plaza at Tysons Corner Center (Tysons 1, 2nd floor, near Lord & Taylor) METRO ACCESSIBLE – TYSONS CORNER SILVER LINE METRO STOP Please check out our LOCATIONS & DIRECTIONS Tab, under INFO Tab, for more information on how to get to the venue.

Question 3

What time is VietFest?

Accepted Answer

Saturday, August 11, 2018: 10am-10pm
Sunday, August 12, 2018: 11am-8pm Please check out our PARTICIPATE Tab for more information.

Question 4

How much does it cost to attend VietFest?

Accepted Answer

Come join us at NOVAL-DC's VietFest 7 presented by Maryland Live Casino. [FREE EVENT]   Please check out our ADMISSION Tab located under INFO Tab for more information.

Question 5

What is the schedule of VietFest?

Accepted Answer

We have event all day long for both Saturday and Sunday.   Please check out our PROGRAM Tab under INFO Tab for more information on the schedule of events.

Question 6

I want to help, how can I help this event?"

Accepted Answer

You can volunteer, be our sponsor, or sell food as a vender at our events.   Please visit the PARTICIPATE Tab to find out more about more opportunities.

Question 7

Why is it called VietFest 7?

Accepted Answer

VietFest was established in 2012. This year of 2018 is the 7th year that VietFest is happening.   Please visit our WELCOME Tab, under the INFO Tab, for more information and activities we have this year.

Question 8

What is the theme for VietFest?

Accepted Answer

Every year we have a different theme for VietFest. This year we want to showcase the success of the Vietnamese who live in the U.S.A. and the theme is called "A Portrait of Vietnamese America"

Question 9

I want to sell things at the Festival, how do I do that?"

Accepted Answer

We offer commercial, exhibitions, and food booth opportunities. You can rent a vendor booth to sell/showcase anything.   Please visit the PARTICIPATE Tab for more information on how to be a vendor.

Question 10

I want to volunteer, where do I sign up?"

Accepted Answer

Come volunteer and have a great time!   Please visit the PARTICIPATE Tab for more information on how to volunteer with us.

Question 11

I/my organization want to help sponsor VietFest, how do I do that?"

Accepted Answer

We welcome all sponsors to help out with making VietFest happen for the community every year. You will be able to target the strong and growing Vietnamese American maket.   Please visit our PARTICIPATE Tab for additional information on how to become our sponsor.

Question 12

What do I get for sponsoring VietFest?

Accepted Answer

There are many benefits in sponsoring VietFest and target the strong and growing Vietnamese American market.   Please visit the PARTICIPATE Tab for more information on how to become our sponsor.

Question 13

Where do I donate to VietFest?

Accepted Answer

We welcome all donations to make VietFest happen for the community.   Please visit the DONATE Tab for more information.   Thank you for your generosity!

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