Moonlit Masquerade 2026: A Mysterious Halloween Night Bringing Students Together Through International Cultural Exchange

On the evening of October 31, 2026, the Halloween event themed “MOONLIT MASQUERADE - Meet Me Under the Mysterious Moonlight” took place in a vibrant and colorful atmosphere at The University of Danang, University of Economics. Organized by the Youth Union Chapter of the Institute of International Education, the event brought together students from the institute and international students participating in exchange programmes at the university.

The event was attended by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Doan Ngoc Phi Anh, Director of the Institute of International Education, along with university staff, lecturers and a large number of students. In her opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Doan Ngoc Phi Anh welcomed participants and expressed her hope that the event would provide an enjoyable and inclusive space for interaction, helping foster a dynamic, multicultural learning environment at DUE.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Doan Ngoc Phi Anh, Director of the Institute of International Education, delivers the opening remarks.

Featuring a distinctly mysterious Halloween theme, the programme offered a range of engaging activities, with the highlight being the talent competition and the King & Queen contest. While the talent competition showcased energetic, creative performances reflecting the participants' individuality, the King & Queen contest emerged as a major attraction, drawing considerable attention from the audience. Through costume showcases, imaginative makeup and confident self-expression, contestants helped create a lively and youthful atmosphere throughout the evening.

This year's event also marked the first participation of students from DUE ELITE, the university's elite academic programme. Their enthusiastic involvement brought fresh energy to the celebration, expanding opportunities for interaction and connection among different student communities across the university. Their smiles, cheers and active participation reflected their excitement and enjoyment in experiencing a new and vibrant extracurricular event.

The participation of international students studying and undertaking exchange programmes at DUE was another notable feature of the event. Beyond joining the shared activities, they impressed attendees with elaborately prepared, distinctive and creative costumes. The presence of students from diverse cultural backgrounds helped create a colorful Halloween celebration, providing an opportunity for individuals to express their personalities, share experiences and build new friendships.

More than simply a Halloween celebration, MOONLIT MASQUERADE 2026 served as a bridge connecting the student community, promoting cultural exchange and strengthening ties between Vietnamese and international students. The event further highlighted the role of extracurricular activities in fostering a welcoming, open, dynamic and internationally integrated learning environment at the University of Economics, The University of Danang.

The evening concluded with many memorable moments, leaving a lasting impression on those in attendance. MOONLIT MASQUERADE 2026 - where moonlight brings diverse cultures together, and cultural differences become common ground for friendship and youthful experiences.