Time: October 10–12, every year (first held in 2025)
Location: Thang Long Imperial Citadel, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi
The Hanoi World Cultural Festival is a new international event that brings together nearly 50 embassies and cultural organizations to celebrate global diversity. Over three days, visitors can enjoy international cuisine, art exhibitions, fashion shows, traditional music, and cultural performances from around the world — all in the historic setting of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This festival aims to become an annual global highlight, strengthening Hanoi’s image as a modern, friendly, and open capital that bridges cultures.
Travel Tip: The event coincides with Hanoi Liberation Day (October 10), so the city is especially lively. Plan ahead for accommodation and transport, as many visitors come to enjoy the festival and autumn in Hanoi.
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