The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee announced the official commemoration ceremony will begin April 26, 2026 at the Hung Kings Memorial Temple in the National Historical and Cultural Park (Long Binh Ward). The program is broadcast live on television and radio.Source: Vietnam.vn, April 24, 2026

Ceremony highlights: Traditional musical instrument performances; speech by Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee; procession and incense/flower offering at the Hung Kings Memorial Temple; incense offering to Duke Le Thanh Hau Nguyen Huu Canh following ancient tradition.April 26, 2026

8th “Banh Chung Wrapping and Cooking Competition” takes place on the 6th and 7th days of the 3rd lunar month (April 22-23) with an expected 200 participating teams from wards, communes, armed forces units, and businesses throughout the city.Completed April 22-23

17th Traditional Camp “Proud of the Dragon and Fairy Lineage” runs April 26-27, attracting approximately 60 teams from Youth Unions at all levels and the armed forces.April 26-27, 2026

Cultural performances: Throughout the 9th and 10th days of the 3rd lunar month (April 25-26), enjoy traditional arts, martial arts, Vovinam, dragon dance, and drum dance at the Hung Kings Memorial Square stage.Today and yesterday

Additional locations: Ceremonies also held at the Temple of the Hung Kings (History Museum grounds), Dam Sen Cultural Park, Suoi Tien Park, and other Hung Kings temples throughout the city.Multiple venues

The Hung Kings Commemoration Ceremony in Can Tho takes place April 26 to May 1, 2026 at the Hung Kings Temple and Binh Thuy Square, Binh Thuy Ward. This is a large-scale cultural and tourism event honoring the tradition of “drinking water, remembering the source.”Source: Vietnam.vn, April 24, 2026

Key activities: Solemn Hung Kings Commemoration Ceremony (morning of April 26) with central and local leaders and thousands of attendees; five-colored flag release ceremony expressing reverence for the founding ancestors.Today, April 26

Traditional Cake Festival (13th edition): Takes place April 26 to May 1 at Binh Thuy Square with approximately 250 stalls featuring demonstrations, traditional cake-making workshops, tourism promotion, and regional specialties.Starts today

Free vegetarian meals: On April 25, the organizing committee served approximately 2,000 free vegetarian meals to local people and visitors.Completed yesterday

Exhibitions: Photo exhibition “Traditional Vietnamese Festivals” (approximately 300 photos) and “Clothing and Jewelry of the People of the Mekong Delta” (approximately 150 artifacts and 80 images).April 22-25, 2026

Sports activities: Can Tho City Cross-Country Race with 4,000+ athletes; folk sports including stick pushing, sack racing, and Taekwondo demonstrations.April 22-25, 2026

Record-breaking event: “The largest map of Vietnam made from sticky rice and coconut milk in Vietnam” — a ceremonial offering during the Hung Kings Day celebrations.Cultural highlight

At the foot of the “Roof of Indochina” (Fansipan Mountain), the Bản Mây (Cloud Village) within Sun World Fansipan Legend is a living museum preserving the traditions, architecture, and soul of Northwest ethnic groups.Source: Trip.com, April 18, 2026

Ethnic architecture: Traditional stilt houses of the Tay and Giay people, rustic wooden homes of the H’mong, and distinctive walled houses of the Ha Nhi — each carefully curated to reflect genuine highland lifestyles.Authentic reconstruction

Cultural performances: Daily traditional dances, bamboo pole jumping (Múa Sạp), and haunting Khèn (H’mong panpipe) performances.Daily schedule

Artisan workshops: Watch local masters demonstrate brocade weaving, indigo dyeing, incense making, and traditional forging.Hands-on experience

Culinary offerings: Grilled bamboo rice (Cơm Lam), smoked buffalo meat, warm corn wine, and small-scale mountain market for authentic souvenirs.Local flavors

Travel tip: Visit in the morning to catch cultural performances and the most dramatic sea of clouds formations. Traditional costume rental available for photos.Access included in Sun World ticket

Vietjet Air promotion: On the occasion of Hung Kings Commemoration Day, Reunification Day (April 30), and Labor Day (May 1), Vietjet offers discounts of up to 20% on Business, SkyBoss, and Deluxe tickets. Use code VJ20 on website or mobile app. Promotion runs from April 13 to 11:59 PM on April 30, 2026. Flight period: now through August 31, 2026.Source: The World and Vietnam Report, April 12, 2026

Over 11 million discounted tickets available. Vietjet plans nearly 3,800 domestic flights from April 25 to May 5, 2026, on high-demand routes: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Hue, Quang Binh, Quy Nhon, Phu Quoc.Increased capacity

Lucky draw program: “Fly Vietjet, strike gold” — chance to win 1 tael of 999.9 gold, plus additional gold and silver prizes, and e-vouchers.Book through website/app

Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival (22nd edition): April 2-5, 2026 at Zone B, 23/9 Park — 120+ booths from travel agencies, hotels, airlines offering special promotions for April 30-May 1 holidays and summer travel.Already concluded, but promotions continue

New tourism products in HCMC: Aerial sightseeing by helicopter departing from Vung Tau Airport (15-60 minute flights); Cu Chi Tunnels “Moonlight in the War Zone” night tour; mini zoo; sports shooting; Khmer cultural experiences.New for 2026

Free Walking Tour program and heritage tours such as “From the Tet Offensive to the Great Victory”; “Legends of the Special Forces Heroes”; and “Saigon Commandos – The Legendary Bunkers” are available during holiday period.April 30-May 1

On April 14, 2026, Luang Prabang city administration organized the “Lo Lat” — a massive traditional public market fair — to celebrate Lao New Year (Pi Mai Lao). The market stretched from Choumkhong intersection to That Luang field intersection, featuring agricultural products, handmade items, traditional clothing, authentic Luang Prabang cuisine, and ceremonial items for New Year rituals.Source: KPL Lao News Agency, April 15, 2026

The “Lo Lat” market is a significant tradition held only twice yearly — during Lao New Year and during Boun Hor Khao Padap Din (Boat Racing Festival). Animals were also sold for merit-making release as part of religious rituals during the Sangkhan (passing of the old year).Sacred tradition

Activities also included Building of Sand Stupas at Don Say Moungkhoun (Chomphet District), ceremonial Water Collection by Pou Yer Ya Yer (guardian spirits), and bathing of Buddha images (Song Phra) at various temples.Cultural immersion

For travelers seeking a refined cultural experience, La Résidence Phou Vao offered a curated three-day itinerary for Pi Mai Lao 2026, including: Elephant Parade from Wat Mai to Wat Xieng Thong (April 13); Sunset Cruise on the Mekong; Sacred Alms Giving (Sak Bat) on April 14; Watering the Buddha at Wat Manorom; Baci Ceremony blessing with local elders; Water Celebration within the property.Source: La Résidence Hotels, April 7, 2026

While the formal New Year celebrations have concluded, Luang Prabang’s alms ceremony continues daily at sunrise (approximately 5:30–6:30 AM along Sakkaline Road).Daily ritual

National and international tourists flocked to Angkor Wat Temple during the second day of Khmer traditional New Year (April 15, 2026). The Angkor Archaeological Park saw increased visitation as both Cambodians and foreigners participated in the celebrations.Source: AKP, April 15, 2026

At Wat Phnom Historical Site in Phnom Penh, foreign tourists joined Cambodian citizens in playing traditional folk games, including the leaf-snatching game, creating a vibrant cross-cultural atmosphere during the New Year festivities.Cultural exchange

Angkor Wat continues normal operations with 2026 ticket prices: $37 (1-day), $62 (3-day), $72 (7-day). Children under 12 free.Valid through 2026

A spectacular martial arts performance will take place at Bayon Temple in Siem Reap on April 30, 2026, as a core event of the “2026 Cambodia-China Tourism Year.” The performance will feature Kun Lbokator, Kun Khmer, and Yut Khun Khom (Cambodian martial arts) alongside Shaolin Kung Fu and Tai Chi (Chinese traditions).Source: Travel And Tour World, April 25, 2026

This cultural collaboration highlights deepening diplomatic relations between Cambodia and China, particularly in the tourism sector. The event invites media, travel agencies, and the public to participate.April 30, 2026 – Bayon Temple

Visa exemption for Chinese nationals: Cambodia will offer visa-free entry for Chinese citizens from June 15 to October 15, 2026 — a major initiative to boost regional tourism and visitor numbers.Announced at the event

China is one of Cambodia’s largest sources of international visitors, with over 1.1 million Chinese tourists visiting in 2019 alone. This new visa exemption scheme is expected to significantly increase arrivals.Tourism growth initiative