A vibrant array of cultural and media events has been launched across Việt Nam to welcome the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026, highlighting both the country’s enduring traditions and its dynamic socio-economic progress.
Among thousands of typical and eye-catching products at the National Spring Fair the hand-embroidered paintings from the long-standing craft village of Hà Nội's Chương Dương Commune were standout and lured strong people's attention.
In the days leading up to Tết (Vietnamese Lunar New Year), the Việt Nam Exposition Centre (VEC) radiates warmth not only from the blossoming peach and apricot flowers but also from the vibrant colours of thousands of new outfits - a cherished Vietnamese tradition of dressing beautifully to welcome Tết.
A ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of Chăm towers relic in Phong Lệ Village, which is 10km from the city centre, was organised in speeding up the schedule on an historic village with temples, communal houses more than 100 years old and the city’s cultural relics.
As the Year of the Horse begins, Việt Nam’s tourism industry is already galloping ahead. A rare nine-day Tết break has sparked strong domestic and outbound demand, offering an early vote of confidence in 2026’s growth prospects.
HCM City is launching a diverse set of activities to serve residents and tourists throughout the Tết (Lunar New Year) holiday, beginning on February 17.
As Tết approaches, Hàng Lược Tết flower market is entering its busiest season. It draws crowds eager to welcome the Lunar New Year with fresh blossoms, vibrant ornamental plants and the familiar festive spirit signalling spring is just around the corner.
From cherry blossoms in Đà Lạt to fireworks in Đà Nẵng, vibrant art shows in Nha Trang, and tranquil highland escapes in Măng Đen, travellers can savour the festive spirit of the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026 across Việt Nam’s central region.
Images that reflect traditional cultural values of the Lunar New Year that make people happy would be honoured and receive awards of the Tết Hạnh Phúc (Happy Tết) photo and video contest 2026.
The exhibition is an annual event of the Việt Nam Fine Arts Association (VNFAA) at the start of each lunar new year.
Bonghwa county in the Republic of Korea’s North Gyeongsang province convened a public hearing on February 10 to gather feedback on a proposal to designate the planned K-Vietnam Valley, also known as Vietnam Village, as a Special Local Development Zone.
Local residents and visitors can enjoy spectacular fireworks displays at locations like the Hà Nội Post Office in Hoàn Kiếm Ward; Coconut island in Thống Nhất Park, Hai Bà Trưng Ward; the F1 racetrack area in Từ Liêm Ward; Lạc Long Quân flower garden in Tây Hồ Ward; Văn Quán Lake in Hà Đông ward; and the Sơn Tây Ancient Citadel in Sơn Tây Ward.
The annual Spring Calligraphy Festival returned to Hà Nội’s Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám, Việt Nam’s most important symbol of learning and home to the country’s first national university, on February 11, celebrating Việt Nam’s age-old scholarly traditions through calligraphy, heritage experiences and vibrant folk culture activities.
During Tết, people really do love to dress to impress! In HCM City, locals have been visiting photogenic spots wearing their best áo dài and traditional outfits to make sure they snap super selfies and perfect pictures.
Vietnamese people will be celebrating their traditional Tết (lunar New Year) festival that falls on February 10-21. Đà Nẵng City has been completing decoration on streets and public destinations and check-in sites on the Hàn River banks. Some expats living in Đà Nẵng and Hội An shares their memories on Vietnamese Tết Festival.
Clay lotus flowers made by artisan Đàm Thị Ly In Thuận An Ward, HCM City, are attracting great interest with customers choosing them for home decoration and as Tết (Lunar New Year) gifts.
The fair gave Huế enterprises and artisans real opportunities to promote brands, find partners and expand markets, supporting long-term sustainable growth under Huế’s green and international integration strategy.
Inbound tourism to Việt Nam continues to show strong momentum, with international arrivals growing by 60 per cent during the Lunar New Year, according to international one-stop travel service provider Trip.com.
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