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Taste “Flavor of Vietnamese Lunar New Year” in HCMC on the first days of 2012

Taste “Flavor of Vietnamese Lunar New Year” in HCMC on the first days of 2012

It is about three weeks left until Tet (Lunar New Year), the biggest and the most important traditional festival in Vietnam.

With just about three weeks to go until Tet (Lunar New Year), the largest and most significant traditional festival in Vietnam, preparations are in full swing. Tet is a time for families to come together, honor their ancestors, share joy, and extend good wishes to all.

For those looking to immerse themselves in Vietnamese culture, a special event titled “Flavor of Vietnamese Lunar New Year” will be hosted at Long Thuan Garden House, located in District 9, Ho Chi Minh City on January 7th, 2025. This event is a great opportunity to learn about local traditions.

Long Thuan Garden - A green and nostalgic space in the heart of HCMC

At the event, participants will have the chance to attend a talk about Tet, exploring the spiritual values and customs associated with welcoming the Lunar New Year, conducted by historian Nguyen Khac Thuan and psychologist Ly Thi Mai.

A variety of engaging cultural activities will be available, including calligraphy demonstrations, New Year greeting card creation, making Banh Chung (traditional glutinous cake), watermelon carving, and crafting “tò he” (traditional toys made from colored glutinous rice powder).

As part of the celebration, a quintessential Vietnamese New Year’s Eve feast featuring delicious traditional dishes and desserts will be hosted to delight food enthusiasts.

Additionally, the event will showcase exhibitions of Ao Dai (the traditional Vietnamese long dress), Dong Ho wood-engraved paintings, and a range of performances that include martial arts, lion dancing, and folk games.