Many artists partake in a music gala which takes place immediately after the opening ceremony.
A local girl dons a traditional Laotian costume to join in a street carnival at the event.
The zone spans along Hai Ba Trung street and opens to tourists every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6 p.m. to 12 p.m.
The site marks the third pedestrian zone in Hue after August 23 and Le Huan streets around the iconic Imperial Citadel and the backpacker precinct at the intersection of Vo Thi Sau, Chu Van An, and Pham Ngu Lao streets.
Thousands of residents and tourists gather together during the opening ceremony of the pedestrian street zone held on the night of March 26.
A street carnival excites gathered crowds.
The event takes place as part of activities aimed at welcoming the Hue Summer Festival 2023 and the Hue Festival 2023.
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