The Vibrant Tet Festival: Ho Chi Minh City’s Spectacular Celebration in 2025
The Youth Cultural House in Ho Chi Minh City played host to the official opening ceremony of the 2025 Vietnamese Tet Festival on Monday afternoon. The event celebrates the upcoming Lunar New Year, which commences later this month, marking the beginning of festive celebrations across the country.
The 19th annual Vietnamese Tet Festival kicked off with a vibrant celebration, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors.
This year’s festival embraces the traditional values of Vietnamese Tet, featuring a range of cultural attractions.
Over 50 young calligraphers showcased their talent in a dedicated calligraphy area, offering visitors a unique experience with the ancient art form. The calligraphers’ stalls lined Pham Ngoc Thach and Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Streets, creating a vibrant display of traditional art.
A group of young people capture the festive spirit, posing for a photo at the 2025 Vietnamese Tet Festival.
Nguyen Hong Phuc, the director of the Youth Culture House, announced an exciting addition for next year: the inclusion of English calligraphy works in the calligraphy area.
The festival also showcased traditional craft villages, such as the Lai Thieu Pottery Village, Dinh Yen Mat Village, and My An Basketry Village. These villages provided picturesque backdrops, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam and capture memorable photos.
A distinctive feature of the event was the stilt house with a red-tiled roof, a symbol of An Giang, alongside flower pots from Sa Dec Flower Village, contributing to the serene and traditional Tet atmosphere.
A young calligrapher showcases their talent, writing calligraphy at the festival.
The festival opening was a star-studded affair, with the presence of artist Tuyet Thu, beauty queen H’Hen Nie, and singers Quoc Dai, Ngoc Linh, Kyo York, Nam Cuong, and Ngoc Ha, among other celebrities.
The Vietnamese Tet Festival will run until February 14 and is open to the public, offering a rich cultural experience to all attendees.
The calligraphy stall, a popular attraction among local and foreign visitors.
The festival offers a variety of picturesque backdrops for memorable photos.
Young Vietnamese women in ‘ao dai’ and ‘ao yem’ traditional attire pose for a photo, capturing the essence of Vietnamese beauty.
Two Swiss tourists immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of the Vietnamese Tet Festival.
Two girls in ‘ao dai’ traditional gowns, a symbol of Vietnamese elegance.
A woman strikes a pose, capturing the joy and spirit of the festival.
Vietnamese emcee Nguyen Khang, a familiar face at the festival.
A group of young people in ‘ao dai’, celebrating the beauty of Vietnamese culture and tradition.
Artist Tuyet Thu poses next to calligraphic works, adding a touch of artistic flair to the festival.
Vietnamese artists come together to celebrate the festive season, capturing the essence of Vietnamese culture.
‘Cay neu’, a tall bamboo tree with cultural significance, believed to ward off ghosts and monsters during Tet in Vietnam.
As Tet approaches, Ho Chi Minh City blossoms with vibrant spring flower markets, approximately 70 in number. These markets offer a dazzling spectacle of colors and fragrances, creating an enchanting atmosphere in the lead-up to the festive season.
A local artist in the historic village of Duong Lam has an unwavering dedication to traditional craftsmanship, creating unique and distinctive artworks that captivate visitors. With a keen eye for detail and a deep respect for heritage, this artist’s work is a testament to the rich cultural history of the village. Each piece tells a story of tradition, skill, and the enduring beauty of time-honored techniques.
The exhibition showcases an exquisite collection of fountain pens, a celebration of their artistry and craftsmanship. Alongside, a unique display of artwork created with these very pens, a testament to the beauty and versatility of this timeless writing instrument.
A vibrant cultural festival marked the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam Women’s Association in the Republic of Korea. The city of Uijeongbu, in Gyeonggi province, played host to this celebration, a testament to the strong bonds between these two nations and the thriving Vietnamese community in RoK.
On Monday evening, the British singer-songwriter Elliot James Reay graced the stage at Ho Chi Minh City's Youth Cultural House as part of the vibrant 2025 Vietnamese Tet Festival celebrations. It was his debut performance in Vietnam, and he captivated the audience with his unique musical style.
The Ball Kicking and Robbing Festival is steeped in tradition and superstition, with the belief that the person who successfully catches the ball is blessed with incredible luck. This fortunate soul is thought to be graced with good fortune and prosperity for the entire year.
Thousands of revelers united to welcome in the Tet Flower Street celebration in Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen Province, Vietnam, on Sunday evening. The vibrant event, a highlight of the Lunar New Year festivities, featured illuminated snake mascots – a spectacular sight to honor the Year of the Snake.
The Ball Kicking and Robbing Festival is steeped in tradition and superstition. The highlight of this unique event is the belief that the person who successfully catches the ball will be blessed with an abundance of luck, prosperity, and good fortune for the entire year. It is a thrilling and chaotic spectacle, with participants eagerly vying for the chance to catch the ball and claim their lucky break.
Thousands of revelers united to celebrate the opening of a Tet flower street in Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen Province, Vietnam, on Sunday evening. The vibrant event, a highlight of the Lunar New Year celebrations, featured illuminated snake mascots, a spectacular tribute to the Year of the Snake.