Latest Events in Hoi An(May Updated)

The Hoi An Full Moon Lantern Festival takes place on November 3 and December 3, 2025, and on January 2, February 1, March 2, April 1, May 30, June 28, July 27, August 26, September 24, October 23, November 22, and December 22, 2026. Hoi An's Full Moon Lantern Festival takes place on the 14th day of the first lunar month each year, transforming the UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancient city into a river of lights. In Buddhist tradition, the full moon is considered an ideal time for meditation, reflection, rituals, and ancestral worship. At sunset, the city's electric lights go out, and the streets are almost entirely illuminated by silk lanterns hung from balconies and in alleyways. Vendors set up stalls along the Thu Bon River, selling paper lanterns with small candles. Locals and tourists alike place these lanterns on the river to pray for good luck, health, or happiness.

Head to Hoi An Memories Land and delight in the grand spectacle that is the Hoi An Memories Show. Discover the history of this idyllic seaside town in five acts of awe-inspiring storytelling. • A diverse live performance show that combines music, scenes and dance • Ancient cities and villages with more than 400 years of history, learn about Vietnamese culture • An outdoor performance involving more than 500 actors to experience the golden age of Vietnam

The 21st Hoi An-Japan Cultural Exchange Program in 2025 will be held from December 26th to 28th at the Hoi An Sculpture Garden, Hoi An Ancient Town, and Hoi An East and West Wards in Da Nang City. The opening ceremony will be held at 7:30 PM on December 26th at the Hoi An Sculpture Garden stage, featuring a performance of traditional Japanese drums and artistic programs by renowned Vietnamese and Japanese singers and art groups. During the three-day event, various cultural exchanges, traditional art performances, street art activities, origami, yukata wearing, and an exhibition of "Hizen Ceramics – Story Patterns" will also be held.