Hanoi Autumn Festival 2024

The Hanoi Autumn Festival 2024 is a distinctive event organized to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the capital's liberation and promote the historical and cultural beauty of Hanoi. This is an opportunity for visitors and locals to explore Hanoi's autumn through a variety of cultural and artistic activities.

Purpose of the Hanoi Autumn Festival 2024

To promote the cultural and historical values, tourism, and unique attractions of Hanoi, the festival will be held under the theme "Hanoi Autumn - Historical Autumn". This event celebrates the 70th anniversary of the liberation of the capital (10/10/1954 - 10/10/2024), showcasing the unique values of traditional crafts and cultural heritage of Hanoi, and reflecting the artistic essence of the country with distinctive characteristics.

Dragon dance kicks off the festival

Duration and venues to celebrate the festival

The Hanoi Autumn Festival is scheduled to take place over four days, from September 12, 2024, to September 15, 2024, at several locations including the Den Ba Kieu Flower Garden, Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Ly Thai To Flower Garden (area 3 in front of the Ly Thai To Monument, Bat Giac House), Le Thach Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, and other districts and towns within the city.

The opening ceremony will be held from 19:30 to 20:00 on September 13, 2024, with an art program, "Hanoi Autumn - Historical Autumn" from 20:00 to 22:00 at the stage in the Den Ba Kieu Flower Garden. The event will feature around 150 booths, divided into areas such as a space recreating images of Hanoi on the day of victory, "Hanoi 12 Seasons of Flowers", "Hanoi Flavors" culinary space, and a space for promoting traditional craft products.

Women wearing traditional Vietnamese ao dai during the autumn festival

Lots of activities at the festival

The festival promises a range of rich and diverse activities, from remarkable art programs to craft exhibitions and vibrant outdoor events.

Grand opening ceremony with spectacular art performances

The grand opening ceremony of the Hanoi Autumn Festival 2024 will take place at Ba Kieu Flower Garden. This open and spacious area creates a cozy yet magnificent festival atmosphere. During the opening ceremony, visitors will be immersed in unique art performances, ranging from traditional folk dances and music to modern, innovative shows.

Additionally, there will be showcases of traditional attire, particularly the áo dài, which symbolizes the graceful and elegant beauty of Hanoi women. These activities not only celebrate the culture and art of the capital but also offer an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

The dancers are performing within the framework of the festival

Admiring unique models recreating Hanoi's past and present

One of the must-see highlights of the Hanoi Autumn Festival 2024 is the display of unique models that recreate the beauty of Hanoi throughout various eras. These meticulously designed models vividly showcase the city’s culture, history, and architecture. Visitors will have the chance to admire scenes of old Hanoi, from ancient streets with red-tiled roofs to iconic landmarks like Long Bien Bridge, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the Hanoi Opera House. The festival also features modern models such as the Lotte Tower and Nhat Tan Bridge - symbols of a vibrant and evolving Hanoi.

These models are not only works of art but also serve as an invitation for attendees to reminisce about beautiful memories of Hanoi. For visitors, this is an opportunity to learn more about the thousand-year-old city’s rich history and culture, as well as to take impressive photos that capture unforgettable moments.

Model re-representing the rice field scene at the festival

Discover the unique culinary space at the festival

The culinary space at the Hanoi Autumn Festival offers visitors a chance to explore Hanoi’s signature autumn flavors. Food stalls will feature seasonal delicacies like Vong Village’s fragrant green rice, crispy West Lake shrimp cakes, and the delicate bún thang noodle soup. Iconic Hanoi dishes such as pho, bun cha and banh cuon will also be available, providing a rich and diverse culinary experience for all food lovers.

Aside from Hanoi’s specialties, the culinary area will also feature regional dishes from across Vietnam, allowing visitors to savor the flavors of the entire country. This is not only an opportunity to indulge in exquisite food but also to appreciate the diversity and richness of Vietnamese cuisine.

The culinary space attracts tourists

Diverse and creative tourism promotion activities

Within the festival, various tourism promotion activities will be displayed and introduced to Hanoi through photos under the theme "Autumn in Hanoi - Historic Autumn" and street art activities will be organized, with participation from travel agencies, hotels, restaurants, and other tourism services. Exhibitors will present new tourism products, special tour packages, and exclusive offers for both domestic and international visitors.

In addition, tourism-focused seminars will take place, discussing sustainable tourism development strategies and Hanoi’s potential. This presents an opportunity for Hanoi’s tourism sector to engage with a broad audience, foster connections with international partners, and promote Hanoi as a standout destination in the region and around the world.

Exhibition space for children's works of art depicting Hanoi

The Hanoi Autumn Festival 2024 is an excellent opportunity to experience Hanoi’s culture and history in the fall. Explore the exciting activities and savor the unique dishes of Hanoi during this festival. Travel to Hanoi and appreciate the capital’s distinctive beauty in autumn!