Vietnam's Top 10 Patriotic Trends In 2024: A Year Of The National Flag

The year 2024 has been filled with countless unforgettable moments, with tales of patriotism inspiring and connecting hearts across the nation. From triumphs on the sports field to the surge of patriotic trends within communities, the red flag with yellow star shone brightly, accompanying every step of the Vietnamese people.

Join CHUS as we revisit the beautiful moments of 2024, where the spirit of national pride was vividly expressed through various acts, igniting a stronger national spirit than ever before.

1. Painting the National Flag on Rooftops: The Red Flag with Yellow Star Covering Vietnam

What started as a simple yet meaningful idea, the trend of painting the Vietnamese national flag on rooftops rapidly spread, especially among the youth. From above, the vibrant red rooftops create an emotionally stirring panorama.

Even those who couldn’t paint their rooftops displayed their patriotism by adorning their doors and shutters with the Vietnamese flag. Regardless of the location, this act became a unique and fresh way to showcase the beauty and significance of the red flag with yellow star.

The red flag with yellow star covering Vietnamese rooftops (Photo: Internet)

2. Creating short videos with the National Flag

Patriotism in Every Beat

The explosion of short music videos has been a powerful phenomenon in recent years. In 2024, the Vietnamese national flag emerged as a beloved theme in these videos.

Transformative clips showcasing various Vietnamese professions, set to stirring songs like "Khát vọng tuổi trẻ" (Aspiration of youth) became an irresistible trend, evoking a profound sense of national pride in viewers. Each melody and frame conveyed a potent national spirit, awakening a deep patriotic love in every heart.

The patriotic transformation trend with the national flag (Photo: Tiktoker Trang Đinh)

3. Flag-Raising Ceremony at Ba Dinh Square: A Sacred Destination for the Youth

Ba Dinh Square has seen an increasing number of young visitors during the flag-raising ceremonies throughout the year. Wearing traditional Ao Dai, holding flowers, and the Vietnamese flag, they await the sacred moment when the national flag is hoisted.

Amidst the enthusiastic crowd, Gen Z stands out with solemn expressions and eyes full of pride. This ceremony is not just a traditional ritual but an opportunity for the younger generation to express their gratitude and affirm that patriotism is deeply ingrained in their hearts.

Young people “check-in” at the flag-raising ceremony at Ba Dinh Square (Photo: Internet)

4. Changing Profile Pictures to Celebrate Vietnam National Day

On Vietnam National Day, September 2, 2024, when the streets were adorned with flags, the vibrant life of the Vietnamese flag extended beyond the physical world. Google’s themed change with the red flag with yellow star and individuals adorning their social media profiles with flag frames showcased how patriotism can ignite anywhere.

Beyond entertainment, social media, when used wisely, becomes a fantastic space to foster positive patriotic trends.

Welcoming National Day with the red flag with yellow star across media (Photo: Internet)

5. “Flag in the Eyes, Patriotism in the Heart”

Amidst the surge of patriotic trends, "Flag in the Eyes, Patriotism in the Heart" brought a fresh, creative wave. Using unique lighting effects, the youth artistically made the Vietnamese flag reflect in their eyes, producing deeply meaningful visuals.

Each gaze, each frame, brims with intense patriotic passion, celebrating in a sacred and proud manner. Through this, TikTokers have exuded a positive energy, reigniting the love for the nation in every viewer!

Flag in the Eyes, Patriotism in the Heart (Photo: Tiktok FPT University Hanoi)

6. National Entertainment Programs and the Resounding National Spirit

The domestic entertainment programs of 2024 have strongly affirmed the reverberation of patriotism, as the "idol" culture has become distinctly Vietnamese. From popular game shows like Anh trai vượt ngàn chông gai and Anh trai say hi to Chị đẹp đạp gió, all carry a profound sense of national pride.

2024 marks the flourishing of domestic entertainment programs (Image: Internet)

The grand performances, deeply imbued with Vietnamese colors, have dominated rankings and become leading trends. Long lines of audiences following Vietnamese artists - something previously seen only at international superstars' events or major sports occasions - have now come to life on Vietnamese soil. Truly, this has been an explosive year full of vitality for artists and their fans, igniting the national spirit within the heart of every Vietnamese.

Audiences erupting in energy during music nights that attract tens of thousands (Image: Internet)

7. Vietnam's victory at the ASEAN CUP 2024, Bringing the Red Flag with Yellow Star Everywhere

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, a resounding journey caused the entire nation to explode with unparalleled pride. The moment when people "stormed the streets" after Vietnam's victory at the ASEAN CUP 2024 became history, as the Vietnamese national flag - the red flag with yellow star - was carried everywhere, shining brilliantly in an atmosphere of joy and overwhelming excitement.

Vietnam conquers ASEAN CUP 2024 (Image: Internet)

This moment also echoes the statement of a British reporter: “I believe that Vietnam isn’t just a football-loving country - it’s a country that is deeply in love with its red flag with a yellow star. The people eagerly wait for an excuse to proudly wave their flag, to cheer, and to share their pride with others.”

Not to delve into the love for football, but it is undeniable that the image of the Vietnamese national flag is a powerful symbol, a testament to the patriotic spirit and unity of the Vietnamese community. This event reaffirms that the national flag always appears during the nation's historic moments, ready to shine at any given time.

Storm the streets - an interesting tradition closely tied to the Vietnamese national flag (Image: Internet)

8. The Vietnam Military History Museum Reopens to Enthusiastic Support

After reopening, the Vietnam Military History Museum in Hanoi—which preserves the heroic artifacts of the Vietnamese army - received overwhelming support from the public. Visitors were not only numerous but also diverse in age, reflecting the unceasing love for the country that pulses within the hearts of every Vietnamese. This truly was a meaningful movement, where the youth gathered and spread the importance of such a remarkable place!

Crowds at the Vietnam Military History Museum (Image: Internet)

9. The Vietnamese Traditional Costume Movement and the Bách Hoa Bộ Hành

With widespread participation from the youth and strong community support, the Bách Hoa Bộ Hành event (Parade of a thousand blossoms) of 2024 ended impressively, marking 10 years of the Vietnamese traditional costume movement (2014 - 2024). This parade featured diverse groups, from cavalry, guards, to Ao Dai, royal attire, and modernized traditional costumes.

The Bách Hoa Bộ Hành 2024 event boldly affirmed the national pride and the honoring of traditional Vietnamese attire. This event helped increase awareness and brought Vietnamese costumes closer to the modern public, especially to the youth, who are increasingly asserting their love and pride in their national identity.

The Bách Hoa Bộ Hành 2024 event celebrates the colors of Vietnam (Image: Internet)

10. The Nation Mourns the Passing of General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng

After all these joyous events, let us take a moment of silence to reflect on a momentous event in Vietnam's history - the passing of General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng. This loss has been profound for the nation. Across the country, people from all walks of life have expressed their heartfelt condolences, creating a sea of individuals with boundless respect.

Yet from this, we also recognize that the patriotism, the love for the people, runs deeply within the Vietnamese community - from the elderly to the youth. And the red flag with yellow star, whether fluttering in celebration or hanging in mourning, remains a profoundly emotional image of Vietnam.

The nation mourns the passing of General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng (Image: Internet)

Join CHUS in continuing the journey to spread the colors of Vietnam!

2024 has come to a close with beautiful stories brimming with Vietnamese spirit, where the red flag with yellow star continues to shine brightly, confirming the love for the homeland of every citizen. This year, the patriotism of the Vietnamese people has been more evident and clearer than ever before.

In this ongoing flow, CHUS is proud to be a part of preserving and promoting the values of Vietnam. With the mission to connect the finest Vietnamese artisans, we are bringing unique handmade products and Vietnamese gifts that blend traditional heritage with a modern breath. This is how CHUS spreads the colors of Vietnam, both to the locals and to our international friends.

We hope that through CHUS, we will continue this journey - through every product, every gift - to honor Vietnam - the country and people we will always be proud of!