Question 1

Which Southeast Asian country will host the ASEAN-Korea Music Festival, also known as the ROUND Festival, in April 2026, aiming to bridge cultural understanding through music?

Accepted Answer

Philippines

Question 2

The Thang Long - Hanoi Festival 2026, themed 'Heritage Flow,' aims to honor Hanoi's millennia-old heritage and establish it as a 'creative playground.' What are the planned dates for this significant cultural event?

Accepted Answer

September 11-20, 2026

Question 3

Festival Kuala Lumpur 2026 is set to take place nationwide from May 6 to May 31, featuring public art, concerts, and community activities. Which country is organizing this extensive cultural showcase?

Accepted Answer

Malaysia

Question 4

The 48th annual Bali Arts Festival (Pesta Kesenian Bali/PKB) is scheduled to occur from June 13 to July 11, 2026. This festival is one of Indonesia's largest cultural events and will be held at which primary location?

Accepted Answer

Bali Art Centre (Taman Budaya Bali) in Denpasar

Question 5

In January 2026, the Philippines is set to host the Sinulog Festival, a major event honoring Santo Niño. What is the approximate date for the Sinulog Festival in 2026, typically held on the third Sunday of January?

Accepted Answer

January 18, 2026

Question 6

Vietnam's Tet Trung Thu, or Mid-Autumn Festival, is a cherished holiday for children. In 2026, when will this festival, known for its colorful lanterns and mooncakes, be celebrated?

Accepted Answer

September 25, 2026

Question 7

The Vesak Lantern Festival at Borobudur Temple in Indonesia is a significant Buddhist celebration. For 2026, the peak of the Vesak celebrations, including the lantern release, is scheduled for which date?

Accepted Answer

May 31, 2026

Question 8

Singapore's Chingay Parade is a vibrant street performance and float parade. In 2026, when is this spectacular event scheduled to take place?

Accepted Answer

February 27-28, 2026

Question 9

Thailand's renowned Songkran Festival, celebrating Thai New Year with water fights and rituals, is annually held from April 13-15. What is the official duration for Songkran in 2026?

Accepted Answer

April 13-15, 2026

Question 10

Cambodia's Khmer New Year (Chaul Chnam Thmey) is a significant cultural celebration. In 2026, it is observed for three days from April 14th to 16th. What historical event does this New Year mark the end of?

Accepted Answer

The harvest season and the start of the rainy season

Question 11

Malaysia's Festival Kuala Lumpur 2026 is a nationwide event. Which specific period in May 2026 is this festival scheduled to run?

Accepted Answer

May 6-31, 2026

Question 12

The Philippines will host the ASEAN-Korea ROUND Festival in 2026. Besides being a platform for musical exchange, what is a key feature of the festival's admission policy for attendees?

Accepted Answer

Admission is free with an advance registration process.

Question 13

Indonesia's Nyepi, or the Day of Silence, is a unique Balinese holiday. In 2026, Nyepi is observed on March 19th. What is the primary characteristic of this observance?

Accepted Answer

A day of strict silence and introspection across the island

Question 14

The Hue Festival in Vietnam is a major cultural event that occurs biennially. In 2026, under the theme “Cultural Heritage with Integration and Development,” when did the festival officially kick off?

Accepted Answer

January 1, 2026

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