Discover The Top 10 Most Unique Hue Festivals Vietnam

1. Overview

Vietnamese ethnic traditions are always diverse and carry many different cultural features, expressed in many forms and passed down to the present. One of those cultural features is Hue festivals with many unique and interesting things and deep meanings in them. In Hue, where the beauty of ancient folk festivals is still preserved and promoted in the spirit of modern times, people can find interesting things about beliefs, religions, Spirituality and folk culture that have existed for hundreds of years. Hue Festivals Vietnam with vibrant activities and rich regional colors contribute to creating a unique culture that attracts tourists when visiting the ancient capital.

2. Discover The Top 10 Most Unique Hue Festivals Vietnam

2.1. Hue Festival

• Time: From June 7 to June 12 of even years
• Location: Takes place at many famous locations in the city such as Hue Citadel, Hue Monuments Museum,etc.

Hue Festival is held every 2 years, the first time in 1992 and continuing until now. Initially, the festival was known as the Vietnam-France Festival. Then, in 2000, this event was renamed Hue Festival. Each time it is held, Hue Festival has different themes. 

Participating in the festival, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy extremely attractive performances such as street art performances, poetry recitations, colorful displays, concerts, playing drums and watching movies. history, listening to hut songs, Hue songs, Nam Giao worship ceremony, royal night, kite flying, etc. All aimed at honoring the landmarks and beauty of the city.

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2.2. Bai Choi Festival

• Time: 1st to 10th of Lunar New Year every year
• Location: Thanh Toan tiled bridge, Thanh Thuy village, Thuy Thanh commune, Huong Thuy town, Thua Thien Hue province.

Currently, Thanh Thuy Chanh is the only village in Thua Thien – Hue that still maintains a Bai Choi festival. The unique feature of this festival lies in the creativity and quick wit of the players: from old folk songs, the announcer can compose countless witty rhymes and melodies that are close, familiar but very nice. This game often takes place in the coastal countryside. Especially in the Central and South Central regions. This is an indispensable part of folk culture. This is also a unique experience for you to meet people, interact and have fun in the first days of the new year.

2.3. Lang Sinh festival

• Time: January 10 of the lunar calendar
• Location: Lai An village communal house (also known as Sinh village), Phu Mau commune, Phu Vang district, Thua Thien Hue province.

Up to now, the Lang Sinh festival has been more than 200 years old, but each time it is held, it still carries rich traditional cultural values. At Lang Sinh Festival, participating boxers must pass the qualifying round by defeating 3 opponents. This is also a place for them to demonstrate their talent and courage, while spreading the spirit of sports and community strength. Anyone can participate in this festival, so when you come to Hue around January 10, if you are confident about your physical strength, please attend the Lang Sinh wrestling festival!

2.4. Cau Ngu Festival

• Time: Takes place on the 12th day of the first lunar month every year
• Location: Thai Duong Ha village, Thuan An town, Phu Vang district, Thua Thien Hue province.

When traveling to Hue, do not miss Cau Ngu festival held on the 12th day of the first lunar month every year. However, before the main festival day, people have begun to worship and prepare carefully for the festival. The worshiping rituals were held solemnly, following the correct procedures with the participation of most boat owners. The festival includes many exciting performances and games on land depicting the fishing process of fishermen along with a bustling racing festival on the lagoon. The Cau Ngu Festival is an opportunity to commemorate the village’s Thanh Hoang and is an opportunity for people to wish for a sustainable and happy life.

2.5. Hon Chen Electric Festival

• Time: March 2 – 3 and July 8 – 10 of the lunar calendar every year
• Location: Hon Chen Palace, Ngoc Ho village, Huong Tra town, Thua Thien Hue province.

Festival in Hue Hon Chen Palace (Hue Nam Palace) is one of the traditional festivals in Hue, held at Hon Chen Palace when the new year has just turned. The Hue Festival at Hon Chen Palace took place very solemnly with the procession of the Holy Mother Thien Y Na. The procession ceremony takes place on the Perfume River with many boats brightly decorated with yellow and flags as the main theme. Thanks to this unique feature, Hon Chen Palace Festival is considered a Hue festival of folk culture on the Perfume River, attracting many tourists every year to explore.

2.6. Boat racing festival in Hue

• Time: National Day September 2
• Location: Perfume River bank in front of Quoc Hoc School, Hue city, Thua Thien Hue province.

The boat racing festival in Hue does not use the same format as international competitions organized at home and abroad. This festival mainly attracts young men and women from surrounding areas, all eager to show the excitement and joy of National Day. This is also an opportunity to exercise spirit and health with the participation of 9 boat racing teams.

2.7. Hue Minh Huong Festival

• Time: 14th to 16th day of the 7th lunar month every year
• Location: Minh Huong Village, Dien Hai Commune, Phong Dien District, Thua Thien Hue Province

Hue Minh Huong Festival has a strong spiritual color with the desire for a bountiful year with good weather and good weather for fishermen. Help people have a peaceful beach season and a prosperous life. Hue Minh Huong Festival brings many traditional and unique activities such as boat racing and boat procession. This is an opportunity to honor the God of Khai Canh and pray for a peaceful and warm sea season.

2.8. Dan Xa Tac sacrifice

• Time: Late February of the lunar calendar every year
• Location: Xa Tac Forum, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province.

Today, the Dan Xa Tac sacrifice ceremony takes place twice a year in spring and autumn. This is one of the traditional festivals with a long history at Xa Tac Dan, Hue, ranked second only to the Nam Giao offering ceremony.

During the festival, the Ky Dai flag will be raised in the correct position. The person playing the role of the king will start from Can Chanh palace and go to Dai Cung Mon. After hearing 7 gunshots from Ky Dai, Doan Ngu will go to Ngo Mon gate, then from the West to the North to Xa Tac Altar to perform the sacrifice.

2.9. Thanh Tra Festival

• Time: Held every 2 years
• Location: Thuy Bieu Ward, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province

Hue Thanh Tra Festival is usually held during the time of harvesting Thanh Tra fruit (late August to early September). When coming to the festival, visitors can visit and shop for famous fruits of Hue with the focus being Thanh Tra fruit (Thanh Tra grapefruit). Along with that, Hue Thanh Tra Festival also has many programs to serve tourists such as: Hue Thanh Tra delicious fruit product contest, Thanh Tra ceremony, folk games, etc. More specifically, in addition to enjoying fresh fruit, visitors also have the opportunity to enjoy dishes made from Thanh Tra fruit itself such as: Thanh Tra soup, simmered Thanh Tra, Thanh Tra sweet soup,…

2.10. Ao Dai Festival

• Time: From June 22 to June 30, 2024
• Location: Hue Citadel, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province.

Ao Dai – The traditional costume of the Vietnamese people and the outfit that enhances the beauty of women, is now more widespread and known by many people at the Ao Dai festival. The Ao Dai Festival is one of the most special events in the Hue Light Festival, attracting anticipation from everyone. Top designers and talented models will bring beautiful ao dai, ranging from classic to modern.

Visitors will be able to admire a series of wonderful ao dai, performed by professional models. This is truly a wonderful experience not to be missed.

In addition to participating in attractive Hue festivals, visitors to Hue should visit famous tourist destinations such as Thien An hill, Lang Co bay, Lap An lagoon,Hue ancient capital complex, Famous pagoda in Hue, and enjoying delicious dishes in Hue, you only eat once and remember forever.

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3. Conclusion

Above are The Top 10 Most Unique Hue Festivals Vietnam that Metta Voyage shares with you. We hope visitors will discover the beauty of culture through festivals in this poetic land. Don’t forget to visit our blog for more exciting travel experiences.

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