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Festivals, markets & activities across Vietnam

Cultural festivals, seasonal highlights, food events, and things to do — month by month and region by region. Many events follow the lunar calendar, so dates shift a little each year.

4 events found

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TypeAll types Festival Season Food Sport Culture Music Market Activity Concert Show Religious Arts Family Nightlife Nature

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Vibrant Asian puppet show featuring traditional costumes and intricate designs.

Activity

Water Puppet Theatre

Across Vietnam · Jan–Dec

A uniquely Vietnamese art form performed nightly in Hanoi and HCMC — easy to book and perfect for a rainy evening.

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A moody view through a wet window showcasing the misty streets and architecture of Dalat, Vietnam.

Season

Best spring weather window

Across Vietnam · Feb–Apr

Dry, mild, and comfortable almost everywhere — the most reliable window for a first visit.

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A black and white photo of a woman playing guitar, capturing a serene and artistic moment.

Concert

8Wonder Music Festival

Across Vietnam · Spring edition — dates announced each year

Vietnam's biggest international pop festival, hosted by Vingroup and rotating between Hanoi, HCMC, and Nha Trang.

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A woman in a white ao dai holds a Vietnamese hat in front of the Reunification Palace.

Festival

Reunification Day

Across Vietnam · Apr

April 30 marks the end of the war; cities fly flags and host parades and music events, especially in HCMC.

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