Vietnam International Awards 2026 Gala Dinner & Award Ceremony

A Spotlight on Resilience, A Celebration of Success. The Vietnam International Awards proudly celebrate individuals whose outstanding contributions have driven lasting impact within communities - across Vietnam, the UK, and globally. This is your opportunity to spotlight someone who leads with integrity, uplifts others, and inspires through action. Across business, education, healthcare, and the arts, our nominees represent exceptional talent and leadership from Vietnam and beyond, shaping impact on a truly global stage. Witness the crowning of this year's winners, experience a curated showcase of Vietnamese culture, and network with an elite community of changemakers dedicated to uplifting our global society. A Night of Heritage, Harmony, and Celebration The gala is more than a ceremony. It celebrates where we come from and where we are going. Three unforgettable performances will carry you from the roots of our culture to the beauty of Vietnam in full bloom, and finally onto the dance floor. Our night opens with the Conical Hat Dance group, who bring the beloved nón lá to the stage. More than a symbol of Vietnam, the conical hat becomes a thread that leads us back to where we began. Through graceful movement and evocative music, the performance explores our search for our roots, the memories we carry, and the home that lives within us wherever we go. Blooming Lotus: Shirley and Her Band Shirley and her band take the stage with an original composition inspired by the lotus, Vietnam’s national flower. Rising pure and resilient from the water, the lotus symbolizes grace, perseverance, and hope. The keyboard, cello, and violin weave together to capture Vietnam’s beauty and spirit through sound. After Party: Dance the Night Away When the ceremony ends, the celebration continues. Our DJ takes over the floor with a set made for toasting, mingling, and dancing late into the evening. More than just a black tie gala dinner Picture grand Victorian architecture, soft candlelight, and beautifully dressed round tables adorned with seasonal florals, ready to welcome Vietnamese and international leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, and change-makers for a night of celebration and recognition. The evening's dining experience has been thoughtfully curated by the hotel's Executive Chef, bringing together refined technique and seasonal ingredients in a menu designed exclusively for this occasion. Expect the same precision and artistry that defines the evening itself, from the first course to the last, each dish a quiet reflection of the night's distinction. CELEBRATING 5 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE, IMPACT & CONNECTION Five years of recognising extraordinary achievements. Five years of bringing people together. Five years of celebrating the talent, ambition and impact that transcend borders. This November, Vietnam International Awards marks its 5th anniversary with an exceptional Awards Ceremony & Gala in the heart of London. An evening celebrating outstanding achievements, showcasing the richness of Vietnamese culture, and bringing together an influential international community of business leaders, founders, investors, philanthropists, creatives and changemakers. But VIAwards is more than an awards ceremony. It's about the people in the room, the ideas exchanged, the relationships formed and the opportunities created. As we celebrate this milestone, we look ahead to the next chapter under this year's theme, Vietnam Forward: Vision • Impact • Alliance, continuing to connect people, talent and opportunities across borders.