... a city of dreams, where overseas Vietnamese and friends of Vietnamese culture are shaping new stories of identity, creativity, and connection.
Following Vietcetera Open – Tokyo, Japan 2025, the Los Angeles edition adds a new chapter to the journey. More than a gathering space for overseas Vietnamese and culture enthusiasts to share and connect, the event will also be held alongside a special moment: singer Hà Anh Tuấn will perform his Sketch A Rose concert at Dolby Theatre – Hollywood, the stage best known for hosting the Oscars.
With the support of Viet Vision and Storii, Vietcetera Open LA 2025 brings two experiences together: a morning of conversations and networking, and an evening concert experience. October 18, 2025 will be more than a date on the calendar, it will be a day to enjoy both community dialogue and music in one cultural journey.
Why Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is home to one of the largest Vietnamese communities in the U.S. According to the U.S. Census Bureau (2023), there are about 2.34 million Vietnamese Americans, making them the fourth-largest Asian ethnic group in the country.
Vietnamese also ranks among the top six most spoken languages in the U.S., with over 1.5 million speakers (2019). These numbers show that Los Angeles is not just a destination, but a place where Vietnamese culture continues to grow, where tradition meets modern life.
As overseas Vietnamese communities diversify in the era of globalization, a common question remains: how do we stay connected to our roots while creating our own stories abroad?
What To Expect At Vietcetera Open LA 2025?
Under the theme Made of Vietnam: Local Roots, Global Stories, the event opens a forum for sharing, exchange, and celebrating Vietnamese identity.
Speakers announced so far include Hao Tran (CEO of Vietcetera) and Thuy Minh (host, journalist, and storyteller). More voices from the worlds of art, business, and creativity will be introduced soon.
Each speaker will bring their own perspective, but all connected by the same thread: staying true to Vietnamese identity, embracing creativity, and building new connections. This reflects the spirit of “Local Roots, Global Stories.”
The program will close with a Networking Session, where participants can meet peers, experts, and creatives from the vibrant Vietnamese community in Los Angeles—an opportunity to exchange ideas and make meaningful connections.
A Historic Gift Awaits
For the first time ever, Vietnamese music will take the legendary Dolby Theatre stage, turning this into a milestone that audiences will never forget.
To fully be part of this journey, you can choose:
- Single Pass – $60
Includes access to Vietcetera Open LA 2025 (09:00 – 13:00). - Exclusive Pass – $400
Includes access to Vietcetera Open LA 2025 (09:00 – 13:00) and a premium “The World” ticket to Sketch A Rose – Hà Anh Tuấn Live in LA (19:30, same day at Dolby Theatre).
Exclusive Passes are limited, a rare chance to both connect with the community and immerse yourself in Hà Anh Tuấn’s historic U.S. concert.
Secure your tickets here to join the journey!
Next on the itinerary, Vietcetera Open journey lands in Los Angeles, the vibrant melting pot of the Vietnamese community. Vietcetera Open LA 2025 is a half-day event that will spotlight inspiring Vietnamese voices in the US, featuring powerful stories of identity, creativity, and cultural impact on the global stage.
Date & time: 9 AM - 1 PM (UTC -7) | October 18, 2025
Location: Los Angeles Performing Arts Conservatory, 1534 Highland Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90028
View event details hereThe event is a lead-in to Sketch A Rose - Hà Anh Tuấn Live Concert in LA, marking a historic milestone as the first-ever performance by a Vietnamese artist at Dolby Theatre, the legendary venue for the Oscars.
Special thanks to our sponsors and partners for accompanying us in this event: Viet Vision, Storri (Partner), Eras Group (Title Sponsor), VietQ Media (Media Partner), Overseas Vietnamese (Communications Partner)