Festivals & events

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Festivals & events

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Aug2020

Quan Lan Festival

30 Jul 2020 - 09 Aug 2020 | Ha Long

Celebrate the tenacity of Vietnam in the Quan Lan Festival, on an island just outside of Halong Bay. This is a dynamic celebration of the historic victory against Mongol invaders during the 13th century. The festivities abound but you’ll find the highlight is a boat race, where the village is split

Topas Riverside Run

01 Aug 2020 - 01 Aug 2020 | Sapa

Vietnam Trail Series has partnered with Topas Riverside Lodge to create a new race deep in the pristine mountain valleys south of Sapa town. Inspired by the area surrounding the new riverside resort, the trail takes runners along the riverbed, passing tranquil farmland and colourful hamlets that

Chi Long Festival

02 Aug 2020 - 02 Aug 2020 | Hue

Chi Long is a small village festival that takes place each year in Phong Chuong District, close to the historic city of Hue and Tam Giang Lagoon. Villagers commemorate founder Lady Dai Cang, who led four clan heads to claim this land during the 15th century. Watch honorary tradition unfold with a

Manulife Da Nang International Marathon

09 Aug 2020 - 09 Aug 2020 | Da Nang

The coastal city of Da Nang on Vietnam's Central Coast is playing host to one of Vietnam's top marathons on August 9. The Manulife Da Nang International Marathon is an international marathon set along the Han River and the city's 30-kilometre beachfront. There are four distances on offer this year

Central Vietnam Photography Tour

14 Aug 2020 - 18 Aug 2020 | Hoi An

Pics of Asia is inviting travel photography enthusiasts to take part in a Central Vietnam Phototour this summer. Over five days, participants will venture from the Ancient Town of Hoi An and travel along the coast to the lagoons of Huế. The tour finishes off in the idyllic countryside surrounding H

Hon Chen Festival

21 Aug 2020 - 21 Aug 2020 | Hue

Just upstream from Hue, Hon Chen Temple is home to a community celebration which takes place twice a year along the Perfume River. On Aug. 21, 2020, this longstanding temple will be venerated with processions and offerings. Expect colourful dragon boats cruising along the river in the God

Hue Festival 2020

28 Aug 2020 - 02 Sep 2020 | Hue

One of the most anticipated cultural events in Vietnam, the 11th Hue Festival invites travellers from all over the world to experience the unique heritage of Vietnam’s former imperial city. Elaborate performances will be staged at historical venues around Hue, including the Hue Citadel and An D