Hanoi’s sky aglow with fireworks on New Year’s Eve 2026

Tens of thousands watched fireworks displays in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

In Quang Ninh Province, the art program “Quang Ninh – Discipline and Consensus, Shaping the Future” attracted around 50,000 spectators.

In Da Nang, the city organized for the first time the “Da Nang – Welcome the New Year” boulevard space. It also hosted a running event from 10:00 p.m. to midnight, drawing thousands of domestic and international athletes.

In many other localities nationwide, New Year celebrations featured vibrant cultural and artistic activities along with fireworks displays, reflecting people’s hopes for a successful and happy new year. Here’s what some revelers had to say:

“We share the same feeling as our country enters a new era. Welcoming this New Year, I feel truly joyful and hopeful that in 2026 Vietnam will develop even more strongly.”

“In 2026, I hope to achieve more personal accomplishments, make new progress, and find more opportunities in both work and life. As this year marks a new era of national development, I sincerely hope Vietnam can stand shoulder to shoulder with the world’s major powers, continue to grow, and attract more foreign visitors.”

“Being part of the lively atmosphere, I feel even more proud of my country. It inspires me to work harder for the homeland.”

Residents and visitors in Quang Ninh count down to the New Year.

At the stroke of midnight, the sky over central Ho Chi Minh City is lit up by spectacular fireworks.

Foreign visitors welcome the New Year 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Residents and visitors wait to welcome the New Year in Da Nang City.