From traditional flavours to heartfelt exchanges, Vietnam’s participation in the Hakuna Matata Festival in Brussels not only enriched the festive atmosphere but also underscored its message of unity and a world without war.
The Mid-Autumn Festival is not only a major celebration in Vietnam but also a cherished occasion in many Asian cultures, such as China, the Republic of Korea (RoK), and Japan. While sharing common roots in lunar traditions and harvest celebrations, Vietnam’s Mid-Autumn Festival carries its own distinctive charm and meaning.
From Europe to Asia, the Vietnamese Mid-Autumn Festival 2025 was celebrated in vibrant and heart-warming gatherings that united overseas Vietnamese communities, evoking the warmth of home under the same full moon.
Hang Ma street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter during the Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, is draped in vibrant colours. Amidst the glow of lanterns, drums, and papier-mâché masks, visitors find both childhood memories and the breath of Vietnam’s traditional culture.
The programme “Hoi An Ancient Town Night” is expected to revive the lifestyle of Hoi An’s residents in earlier times under the glow of lanterns, bringing a tranquil experience to visitors.
Traditional handmade items now account for 70–80% of the market, including star-shaped lanterns, drums, masks, lion heads, rotating lanterns and fish- or rabbit-shaped hanging lanterns. Shoppers are showing a clear preference for handcrafted goods.
More than just an occasion for children to play, enjoy festive treats, and parade with lanterns, the Mid-Autumn Festival is a beautiful expression of Vietnam’s traditional cultural values, preserved and passed down through generations.
As the 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, many households and workshops in Hue city are increasing the production of lion heads and related products to meet the rising market demand. Lion head making is a traditional craft in the ancient capital of Hue, known for its variety of designs, meticulous craftsmanship, creativity, and aesthetic appeal.
The Party, State, and society always give special attention to children, ensuring the best conditions for them to study, play safely, and develop comprehensively, State President Luong Cuong wrote in his letter sent to children ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, Hanoi’s streets and shopping centres are filled with colourful displays of toys for children. Though the festival has evolved over time, its spiritual values - family reunion and childhood excitement - remain unchanged.
President of the Vietnamese Association in the Kansai region Le Thuong said the festival was not only a joyful day for children but also an opportunity to strengthen solidarity within the Vietnamese community while preserving cultural identity and passing on its values to the younger generations.
Although the Mid-Autumn Festival is still two weeks away, the festive spirit has already filled Hang Ma and Hang Luoc streets in Hanoi. Traditional toys remain full of life, affirming their special place in today’s cultural scene.
A Mid-Autumn Festival celebration has been held in London, gathering a large number of Vietnamese children in the UK and local friends.
A Mid-Autumn Festival celebration was held in Vientiane on September 17, gathering a large number of Vietnamese children in the neighbouring country.
In the cool and dry autumn weather of Hanoi, a large number of residents of the capital city have flocked to popular streets such as Hang Ma and Hang Luoc to enjoy the atmosphere and activities in the Mid-Autumn Festival.
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a cherished Vietnamese event celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, which fell on September 17 this year. Amid Typhoon Yagi's devastation, special celebrations were held locally and internationally to support affected children and promote cultural values.
The Mid-Autumn Festival was held on September 16 for children of Vietnamese families who are studying at the Khmer-Vietnamese Tan Tien Friendship Primary School in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Vietnamese expatriates across Belgium gathered in Brussels on September 15 to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, turning the event into a warm reunion.
The liaison board of the Vietnamese community in Singapore organised a Mid-Autumn Festival, which is celebrated annually on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, at the Vietnamese embassy in the island-city state on September 15.
In a letter sent on September 13, Party General Secretary and President To Lam extended his warmest wishes to Vietnamese children, both at home and abroad, and foreign children residing in Vietnam, ahead of the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival.