DIEN BIEN: The Water Splashing Festival (Bun Huot Nam) is a cultural tradition among the Lao community in Na Sang village, Nua Ngam commune, Dien Bien district, Dien Bien province. As part of the event, participants splash water on each other as a gesture of good fortune during the festival.

According to Vietnam News Agency, during the event, people worshiped for good rain and wind and abundant crops. They prayed for all things to grow and develop well and to wash away the bad luck of the old year, entering the new year with good luck for everyone, families, and the community. Bun Huot Nam was also an opportunity for villagers to take part in folk games, perform traditional dances, and join in the moments of water splashing.