The launch ceremony was attended by Le Quoc Minh, Member of the Party Central Committee, Editor-in-Chief of Nhan Dan Newspaper, and President of the Vietnam Journalists Association; and Truong Viet Dung, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee.

"The Homeland in Our Hearts" is a large-scale cultural and political event commemorating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 – August 19, 2025) and National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 – September 2, 2025). 

The program is expected to attract 50,000 live spectators at My Dinh National Stadium, along with millions of viewers watching via television and social media platforms.

Delegates at the event. 

Speaking at the ceremony, Minh stated that "The Homeland in Our Hearts" is a powerful symphony of patriotism, where millions of Vietnamese hearts beat as one under the red flag with the golden star. 

He emphasized the program's message: "The homeland is not far away – the homeland lives in each of us."

The show will offer a deeply emotional journey, connecting the heroic memories of the past with the aspirations of the present and future. This artistic gift to the people, offered entirely free of charge, affirms Nhan Dan Newspaper's pioneering role in cultivating a spiritual and cultural space with far-reaching impact.

According to chief director Dang Le Minh Tri, the program will recreate key moments in the nation's history centered around the red flag with the golden star – a sacred symbol of patriotism and national ambition.

The stage will be designed on a national and international scale, divided into four zones named Independence, Freedom, Happiness, and Red Flag with Golden Star. The entire performance space will be arranged in a V-shaped layout, standing 26 meters tall, serving as a vivid expression of love and pride that every Vietnamese person holds for their homeland.

Each performance will deliver a rich and emotional musical experience, designed to stir a sense of sacred national pride. "Audiences will join together to sing timeless patriotic songs and light up the stadium with flashlights, transforming it into a sea of shimmering lights. Every person will not only be a spectator but also a part of the performance – a heartbeat in the heart of the nation," Director Tri affirmed.

The music, directed by composer Nguyen Huu Vuong, will breathe new life into classic songs, ensuring they resonate with all generations.

Director Tri also revealed that, for the first time, cinematic and film-studio effects will be integrated into a live concert setting, enhancing the artistic experience.

Editor-in-Chief of Nhan Dan Newspaper and President of the Vietnam Journalists Association Le Quoc Minh. 

Organizers said one of the most moving moments will come when 50,000 spectators stand together, facing the fluttering red flag with the golden star, and sing the national anthem in unison.

Another highlight will feature 68 soldiers from the Military Officer School No. 1, who previously represented the Vietnam People’s Army at the military parade in Moscow’s Red Square.

The program will feature an all-star lineup of both veteran and contemporary Vietnamese artists, including People's Artist Thu Huyen, Meritorious Artist Dang Duong, singers Tung Duong, Vo Ha Tram, Noo Phuoc Thinh, Ha Le, Suboi, and the group Oplus. The event will also include surprising and engaging duets and group performances.

In addition, the program will welcome distinguished athletes such as Quang Hai, Anh Vien, and Le Van Cong, as well as other celebrated sports figures who have brought honor to Vietnam on the international stage.

Singer Tung Duong expressed his honor to take part in the program and announced he would perform the song "Continuing the Story of Peace."

The evening will conclude with a dazzling eight-minute fireworks display starting at 10:00 PM, held at the F1 racing area in Tu Liem Ward, Hanoi. The display will include 300 high-altitude fireworks and 60 low-level pyrotechnic arrays.

"The Homeland in Our Hearts" will officially take place at 8:00 PM on August 10 at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi. 

The event will be broadcast live on Hanoi Radio and Television (Hanoi2 channel), simulcast on local television and radio stations, and livestreamed on the official fanpages of Nhan Dan Newspaper, Hanoi International Light Festival, and other social media platforms.

Organizers encourage all attendees to wear red shirts featuring the yellow star, sing the national anthem proudly, and fill My Dinh Stadium with the color of the national flag. Audiences who have successfully registered for tickets online can collect their tickets in person at Nhan Dan Newspaper Headquarters (71 Hang Trong Street, Hoan Kiem Ward, Hanoi) on August 2 and 3.