Vietnam Public Holidays & Festivals 2025 – Calendar
| Date | Holiday / Festival | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2025 | New Year’s Day | Public holiday |
| Jan 29 – Feb 4, 2025 | Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) | Family reunions, traditional celebrations |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Reunification Day | Marks end of Vietnam War (1975) |
| May 1, 2025 | International Labor Day | Public holiday |
| Sep 2, 2025 | National Independence Day | Commemorates independence declaration in 1945 |
| Sep 7, 2025 | Mid-Autumn Festival | Children’s festival with lanterns & mooncakes |
| Apr–Jun 2025 (dates TBA) | Hue Festival | Biennial cultural festival with performances & parades |
📌 Note: Exact dates may shift slightly depending on lunar calendar announcements.
Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year)
Tet is Vietnam’s most important holiday. In 2025, Tet falls from Jan 29 – Feb 4. During this time:
- Families gather, shops & banks close for several days.
- Flights and hotels are more expensive – book early.
- Tourist sites may have altered hours.
Mid-Autumn Festival
Falling on Sep 7, 2025, this festival is also called the “Children’s Festival.” Expect:
- Lantern processions in Hanoi & Hoi An.
- Traditional mooncakes sold everywhere.
- Family-oriented celebrations in parks and neighborhoods.
National & Independence Day
September 2, 2025 marks Vietnam’s Independence Day. Large parades, flags, and fireworks are held in major cities, especially Hanoi.
💡 Many offices and banks close, so plan money exchange and transport in advance.
Hue Festival & Local Celebrations
The Hue Festival (Apr–Jun 2025, exact dates TBA) is a major biennial cultural event with traditional music, imperial ceremonies, and international performances.
Other local festivals include:
- Perfume Pagoda Festival (Feb–Mar) – Pilgrimage south of Hanoi.
- Hung Kings’ Festival (Apr 9, 2025) – Honors Vietnam’s legendary founders.
How Festivals Affect Travel
- ✈️ Flights: Book months in advance for Tet and National Day.
- 🏨 Hotels: Prices surge and availability drops during holidays.
- 💱 Money Exchange: Banks close during Tet – prepare cash in advance.
- 🎉 Experience: Festivals are lively but expect large crowds.
👉 Travel during major holidays? Secure your visa early to avoid delays.