Hanoi's fireworks display on National Day. Photo: Nam Tran / Tuoi Tre
Speaking at a briefing on Hanoi's socio-economic situation in the third quarter on Monday afternoon, Nguyen Thi Mai Huong, deputy director of the municipal Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, said the capital would organize a series of cultural, artistic, and tourism activities to mark the 72nd anniversary of its liberation on October 10.
The events will take place from late September, with most activities scheduled for October at various cultural and heritage sites, serving residents and visitors while promoting Hanoi's cultural values.
Hanoi to light up sky on October 10
According to Huong, Hanoi will stage a 15-minute fireworks display from 9:00 pm on October 10.
At West Lake, 900 fireworks racks will be deployed on the water, featuring high- and low-altitude fireworks, water fireworks, and pyrotechnics accompanied by music.
Another fireworks site will be set up on Hoan Kiem Lake, in front of the Hanoi Post Office, with 350 racks of high- and low-altitude fireworks and pyrotechnics.
The Hanoi Autumn Festival 2026 will take place from October 16 to 18, while the Hanoi Beverage Festival 2026 is scheduled for October 9 to 11.
At Ho Guom Theater, two artistic programs will be held on October 9 and 10.
The October 9 program, which will require tickets, is expected to feature Vietnamese and international musical works, combining contemporary music with Hanoi's distinctive cultural heritage.
On October 10, the Hanoi Symphony concert will be held to mark the 72nd anniversary of Hanoi's Liberation Day.
The program will combine classical works and notable Vietnamese compositions with modern stage language, tracing the capital's journey from the autumn of 1954 to its present-day appearance.
Hanoi stages fireworks near the F1 race track in My Dinh during a commemorative event. Photo: Hoang Ha / Tuoi Tre
Also on the evening of October 10, a program titled '80 Years - Vang Mai Ban Hung Ca Hanoi' (80 Years - Hanoi’s Epic Song Lives On) will be held at Ba Kieu Temple Flower Garden to mark the 80th anniversary of the traditional day of Hanoi’s armed forces (October 19, 1946-October 19, 2026).
The city’s theaters and arts organizations will also stage performances for the public at 8:00 pm every Friday and Saturday from October 2 to 31.
The programs will feature works including 'The Legend of Hoan Kiem Lake,' 'The Charm of Hanoi Cheo,' the cheo play 'Quan Am Thi Kinh' (The Goddess of Mercy Thi Kinh), and the cai luong play 'Nguoi Con Gai Ha Thanh' (The Hanoi Girl).
On October 9 and 10, arts organizations under Hanoi’s Department of Culture and Sports will perform at Ba Kieu Temple Flower Garden, Tay Tuu Ward and the communes of Trung Gia, Hoai Duc, Yen Lang, Quang Oai, Xuan Mai and Huong Son. The city will also organize 40 mobile film screenings and 15 screenings at cinemas.
Introducing HanoiGo travel itineraries platform
As part of the celebrations, Hanoi plans to introduce 72 suggested itineraries for exploring the capital, highlighting its history, culture, heritage, architecture, craft villages, cuisine, and creative spaces.
The city will also launch HanoiGo, a smart tourism platform integrating information on destinations, historical sites, scenic spots, craft villages, service providers, and travel itineraries to help residents and visitors find and choose experiences.
From October 9 to 11, the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism will host an event themed 'Heritage Roots in the Heart of the Capital,' featuring activities at the Ancestor Worship Ceremony Area as well as cultural, artistic, and heritage experiences.
City-level historical and cultural sites will continue to welcome visitors and organize activities focused on history and traditional education.
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