Hanoi Cherry Blossom Festival
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📍 West Lake Park
A mini version of Japan’s Hanami festival, with pink blossoms and tea ceremonies at West Lake. Free entry, but guided tours cost €10.
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📍 West Lake Park
A mini version of Japan’s Hanami festival, with pink blossoms and tea ceremonies at West Lake. Free entry, but guided tours cost €10.
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📍 Times City Complex
Local and international breweries serve limited-edition brews. VIP passes include a branded glass and access to a silent disco area.
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📍 Central Post Office
Independent publishers, artists, and writers gather at Hanoi’s Central Post Office. Artists like Le Pham Tien Son showcase contemporary works.
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📍 Hoan Kiem Lake & East Lake Park
The Hoi An-inspired lantern festival transforms Hoan Kiem Lake into a sea of glowing lights. Local artisans sell handmade lanterns and traditional Vietnamese crafts at nearby stalls.
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📍 Dong Xuan Market & Hoan Kiem Lake
Vietnam’s top coffee roasters and international brands showcase their brews, including rare single-origin beans from the Central Highlands. Pop-up cafes serve free tasting sessions in Old Quarter alleys.
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📍 Hanoi Library & Hanoi Opera House
A month-long celebration of Vietnamese literature with readings, book signings, and panel discussions. Attendees can meet authors like Nguyen Huy Thiep at the Hanoi Book Fair.
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📍 Tay Ho Flower Market
Leading up to Tet, this market sells ornate peach blossoms, kumquat trees, and traditional red banners. Prices for full home decorations start at €40.
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📍 Temple of Literature & Hoan Kiem Lake
The Lunar New Year celebration includes dragon dances, temple visits, and family reunions. The Temple of Literature hosts free cultural performances and zodiac-themed exhibitions.
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📍 French Cultural Center
International and local musicians perform at the French Cultural Center. Previous years featured artists like John Pizzarelli and The Hanoi Jazz Collective.
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📍 Old Quarter & Hanoi Cooking School
A week of pop-up dining, chef meet-and-greets, and cooking classes. Tickets to the “Pho Masterclass” with Chef Nguyen Hoang are €25.
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📍 Hanoi Women’s Museum
Women’s rights organizations host panel discussions and film screenings at the Hanoi Women’s Museum. Entry is free for all attendees.
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📍 Walking tour from Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
A guided walking tour through Hanoi’s underground art scene, including hidden murals in the Old Quarter and French Quarter. Tickets include a souvenir map.
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📍 Hanoi Cinema House
Southeast Asian and European films are screened at the Hanoi Cinema House. Passes for all five days are €30.
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📍 Pho Co Street
A three-day beer festival along Pho Co Street, featuring 30+ local and imported beers. Entry is free, but beer tokens cost €5 each.
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📍 Hanoi Opera House
Traditional music ensembles perform at the Hanoi Opera House. The festival also includes a free workshop on dan tranh (Vietnamese zither).
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📍 Red River, Kim Ma Bridge
Teams race along the Red River at Kim Ma Bridge. Local restaurants offer dragon boat-themed banquets for €30 per person.
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📍 West Lake Park
Live jazz performances under the stars at West Lake Park. Past headliners include Norah Jones and Hanoi Jazz Quintet.
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📍 Old Quarter & Hang Gai Street
Night markets sell grilled meats, spring rolls, and street coffee. Entry is free, but food baskets cost from €8.
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📍 West Lake Park
Teams from Japan, France, and Vietnam compete in fireworks displays over West Lake. VIP tickets include a champagne reception and front-row seating.
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