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Every corner is filled with mooncakes and red lanterns, signaling another season of family reunion approaching. With the Mid-Autumn Festival drawing near, if you're still unsure where to go in Ho Chi Minh City to celebrate, fret not. Just grab the list of Top Mid-Autumn Festival Venues in Saigon 2023 below, and you'll be all set!
Top Must-Visit Mid-Autumn Festival Venues in Saigon 2023
This year, Mid-Autumn Festival falls on Friday, September 29, 2023 (Lunar Calendar 15th of August), so most of us will opt for locations within the city rather than traveling far or returning to the countryside. Therefore, Mytour has carefully selected and compiled the Toplist of the most beautiful Mid-Autumn Festival venues in Saigon below. Let's take a look!
1. Lantern Street, District 5 - Luong Nhu Hoc
Address: Luong Nhu Hoc - Tran Hung Dao Street, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
For a long time, Lantern Street in District 5 has been a familiar destination for Saigonese during every Mid-Autumn Festival. This is considered the largest lantern-selling area in Saigon because the majority of the Chinese community in Ho Chi Minh City live here. And the Chinese have a big tradition of celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival. So coming here, you will immerse yourself in a bustling atmosphere no less than the traditional Vietnamese Tet holiday.
Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Reunion Festival, is a time for families to gather and enjoy warmth and affection. Image source: Collected
As the time approaches, the entire Luong Nhu Hoc Street is beginning to be adorned with dazzling lanterns of various designs, shapes, and colors. On the 15th day of the 8th lunar month every year, this neighborhood welcomes a large number of young people flocking here to take virtual photos with the sparkling lanterns. So, if you intend to strike a pose for photos, remember to choose the right time.
Lantern Street in Luong Nhu Hoc shines brightly with myriad lanterns in various shapes and colors, making it an ideal destination for the Mid-Autumn Festival. Image source: Collected
According to Mytour's experience of celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival in Saigon, around 4 p.m. is the ideal time to visit here. A small tip is to choose a stall you like and buy a lantern there, which not only serves as a prop but also makes the shop owner happier when you take photos there.
District 5 Lantern Street is the most popular spot for Saigonese to take virtual photos every Mid-Autumn Festival. Image source: Collected
Certainly, if you want to capture the moments of dim, shimmering lights throughout the street, then nighttime would be a more suitable choice. Although it might be crowded, holding hands with your loved one amidst the lively and cozy atmosphere like this would still be incredibly romantic, wouldn't it?
2. Nguyen Hue Walking Street
Location: Nguyen Hue Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The next name on the list of places to visit for Mid-Autumn Festival in HCMC 2023 is Nguyen Hue Walking Street. This has always been a familiar entertainment spot for those living in Saigon. Located right in the city center, this area attracts many young people who love the bustling atmosphere to visit and check in every weekend. Moreover, thanks to the presence of luxurious hotels in District 1, Saigon, lining this street, it has created a flawless background for virtual living enthusiasts.
Nguyen Hue Walking Street is one of the must-visit entertainment hubs during the Mid-Autumn Festival in the city named after Uncle Ho. Source: Collected
Especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival, Nguyen Hue Walking Street becomes even more vibrant and splendid with lanterns decorated along the street. Additionally, the lively music from street bands and the interesting toy stalls such as light-up bracelets, spinning tops, etc., make the neighborhood more cheerful and bustling.
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3. Starlight Bridge - Crescent Moon Lake
Location: Phu My Hung Urban Area, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
If you're wondering where to go for Mid-Autumn Festival in HCMC for a beautiful and less crowded experience, Starlight Bridge is worth considering. Located in the peaceful District 7, Starlight Bridge offers a spacious environment, with the night lights shining on Crescent Moon Lake creating a romantic ambiance. That's why this place is considered a 'sanctuary' for many couples and families to admire the scenery and take a stroll.
The sparkling beauty of Starlight Bridge at night along with the cool breeze at Crescent Moon Lake makes it an ideal spot for moon-gazing for couples. Source: Collected
Especially on the full moon night of the 8th lunar month, standing on the bridge, you can admire a bright full moon hanging high in the sky, blending with the cool breeze by the lake and the colorful lights. You're sure to have a memorable moonlit night!
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4. White Rabbit Amusement Park - Le Thi Rieng Park
Address: 875 Cach Mang Thang Tam Street, Ward 15, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
One of the favorite free Mid-Autumn Festival venues in HCMC loved by many families is White Rabbit Amusement Park - the festival paradise of Saigon. On holidays like Christmas, Tet, White Rabbit Amusement Park is meticulously themed and beautifully decorated. And Mid-Autumn Festival is no exception. The scenes are all carefully arranged and eye-catching, delighting both children and adults alike.
Every year, White Rabbit Park attracts a large number of visitors thanks to its charming decorations and exciting activities. Source: Collection
Moreover, on Mid-Autumn night, the park also features many lively performances such as circus, magic shows, music, lion dances, lantern parades, etc. Mrs. Hang, Mr. Cuoi, and the White Rabbit mascot will greet the children, interact with them, take photos, and give gifts to them in the central area of the park. Therefore, this will be one of the most suitable places to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Saigon 2023 for families with young children.
Try visiting White Rabbit Park and enjoy the exciting games here on the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Source: Collection
Furthermore, you can also enjoy over 30 games, including free and ticketed ones, at White Rabbit Park. You can have a great time playing and relaxing with your loved ones here!
5. City Children's House
Address: 169 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ward 7, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
One of the popular Mid-Autumn Festival venues in Ho Chi Minh City 2023, especially in recent years, and greatly loved by children, is the City Children's House. Every year, during the Mid-Autumn Festival, many exciting activities are held here to welcome the full moon festival night.
The City Children's House hosts many attractive music programs performed by children. Source: Collection
Children visiting here will enjoy performances of music and dance, watch the Cuoi and Hang plays, participate in breaking the traditional toy tray, and play childhood games. So, for families with young children wondering where to go for Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations in Ho Chi Minh City, the City Children's House is truly an ideal destination.
6. Landmark 81
Location: 208 Nguyen Huu Canh Street, Ward 22, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City
For young people who love the grandeur and vibrancy of urban life, Landmark 81 is an unmissable destination. It is a commercial center located within the high-end Vinhomes Central Park apartment complex, inaugurated on July 26, 2018. With a wide range of amenities such as cinemas, restaurants, shopping areas, Landmark 81 promises to be one of the most attractive Mid-Autumn Festival venues in Ho Chi Minh City.
Living the Instagram life at Landmark 81 has never been cooler thanks to its sophisticated space and architecture. Source: Collection
One advantage of Landmark 81 is its spacious and well-ventilated pathways, so you won't have to worry too much about dreadful traffic jams like in other places. Moreover, Landmark 81 is the ultimate Instagram spot for many Saigonese due to its grand and luxurious backdrop. You can stroll with your family or loved ones, enjoy dining, and play traditional games. Isn't that meaningful?
You can indulge in the trendy 'lemon grass' mooncakes from Vinpearl Luxury Landmark 81 and admire the city from above. Source: Collection
7. High-rise cafes
If you're tired of the crowded and chaotic atmosphere, you can seek out some tranquility at high-rise cafes. Sipping a cup of coffee while admiring the sparkling city lights is considered one of Saigon's specialties. Sitting with friends or loved ones in a breezy rooftop cafe with soft music playing, enjoying mooncakes, and gazing at the moon is an experience like no other!
Instead of being cramped on the streets, you can fully appreciate Saigon's floral lights from high-rise cafes. Source: Collection
Mytour will suggest some absolutely beautiful high-rise cafes for you to enjoy the Mid-Autumn Festival in Saigon such as:
1. Saigon Chill Sky: 26th & 27th Floor Rooftop, AB Tower, 76A Le Lai, District 1
2. Café EON bar: Located on the 51st floor of Bitexco Tower, 2 Hai Trieu Street, Ho Chi Minh City
3. Café-bar Blank Lounge: Situated on the 75th-76th floors of Landmark 81 Building
4. Shangri-la sky: On the 7th floor, 138 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
5. Sài Gòn Skydeck Cafe: Found on the 49th floor of Bitexco Tower, 2 Hai Trieu, District 1
6. Shri Restaurant & Lounge: 23rd Floor, Centec Tower, 72–74 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, District 3
7. King Rooftop coffee: 31 – 33 Hai Ba Trung, District 1
8. Cloud 9 Lounge: 6th and 7th Floors, Hai Nam Building, 2 Bis Cong Truong Quoc Te, Ward 6, District 3
8. Đầm Sen - Suối Tiên
Location:
- Đầm Sen - 3 Hoa Binh, Ward 3, District 11, Ho Chi Minh City
- Suối Tiên - 120 Hanoi Highway, Tan Phu Ward, District 9, HCMC
When it comes to places to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Ho Chi Minh City 2023, two of the most famous amusement parks can't be missed: Dam Sen and Suoi Tien. During the moon festival days, both cultural parks become lively and crowded. Everywhere is decorated with colorful lanterns and hosts various exciting activities to attract many children.
Suoi Tien is one of the places to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Ho Chi Minh City that perhaps every Saigonese has visited at least once in their lifetime. Source: Collection
There are various exciting activities such as lion dance, cultural performances with Sister Hang, watching the Cuoi play,... Children can enjoy the parade, take photos, participate in lantern processions, smash the traditional tray of offerings, and receive gifts from lively games here. Additionally, every year these parks also offer gift-giving programs or free participation in some games for children.
9. Binh Quoi Tourist Village
Location: 1147 Binh Quoi Street, Ward 28, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City (Binh Quoi 1)
If you are a nature lover and want to get a 'ticket back to childhood', Binh Quoi Tourist Village will be an ideal destination for those who don't know where to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Ho Chi Minh City. With the peaceful countryside scenery, simple and green space, Binh Quoi Tourist Village 1 will give you the feeling of celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival in a Southern countryside.
The cool atmosphere of Binh Quoi Tourist Village will bring you a fresh countryside feeling for this Mid-Autumn Festival. Source: Collected
Here, you can enjoy delicious traditional dishes. You can also 'revisit your childhood' with folk games like fishing, swinging, rowing boats on the canal,... For families with young children, the tourist village is an ideal destination for Mid-Autumn Festival as you can let your children play traditional rural games like: pole jumping, walking on stilts, blindfolded pot smashing,...
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10. Crescent Mall, Aeon Mall
One of the most favored spots for Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations in Saigon 2023 by locals is the chain of Japanese shopping malls or supermarkets. The most prominent among them are the supermarkets: Aeon Mall Tan Phu and Crescent Mall in District 7. The shopping centers are adorned with vibrant Mid-Autumn colors with lanterns, pictures, cute rabbit-shaped teddy bears, and moon arches, making them popular spots for young people and children to take Instagram-worthy photos.
Aeon Mall Tan Phu is a highly favored destination during the Mid-Autumn Festival every year. Source: Collected
Various cultural activities and discounted stalls are organized within the shopping centers to welcome the Mid-Autumn Festival. Moreover, these centers can almost fulfill all your needs: if you want to eat, drink, or play, they have it all. Isn't that incredibly convenient?
The giant lanterns at Aeon Mall Tan Phu will provide you with some heavenly Instagram-worthy shots. Source: Collected
11. Takashimaya - Saigon Center
Address: 92-94 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
One of the hottest spots for Mid-Autumn Festival fun in recent years in Ho Chi Minh City is the Takashimaya - Saigon Center shopping mall. Its prime location in the city center and the investment in decorations make it stand out.
Takashimaya - Saigon Center is adorned with lanterns and sparkling decorations, creating a vibrant atmosphere reminiscent of the festive spirit of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Source: Collected
The entire center, from the lobby to the inside, is filled with the Mid-Autumn Festival atmosphere with lanterns, lotus flowers, cute stuffed animals... Therefore, this place has become one of the most popular spots for Sài Gòn residents to immerse in and check-in during every Mid-Autumn Festival.
12. Vạn Hạnh Mall
Address: 11 Su Van Hanh, Ward 12, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
The next name Mytour wants to introduce to those who are still undecided about where to go for Mid-Autumn Festival in Ho Chi Minh City is Vạn Hạnh Mall. Located on Su Van Hanh Street - known as the 'entertainment street' in the heart of District 10, Vạn Hạnh Mall has everything you need for a Mid-Autumn Festival night out.
Why wait any longer? Dress up and visit the themed decorated street at Vạn Hạnh Mall now. Source: Collection
Ahead of the center is adorned with a chain of glowing red lanterns along the walkway, creating a sparklingly beautiful virtual background. Inside the center, there are many activities such as a 15% discount on premium items, games for children, or shopping for gifts on the occasion of the Mid-Autumn Festival, attracting many visitors to come and play. If you live in this area, there's no need to go far because Vạn Hạnh Mall will be an attractive destination for Mid-Autumn Festival in Saigon 2023!
13. Bui Vien Western Street
Address: Bui Vien Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The final spot you can't miss if you still don't know where to go for Mid-Autumn Festival in Saigon is the familiar Western street - Bui Vien. Situated on one of the liveliest streets in Saigon's District 1, Bui Vien is a hub of eateries from sidewalk stalls to upscale bars. It's fair to say that this place is always a favorite among the young crowd. When the city lights up, this area becomes even more bustling with catchy tunes, captivating neon lights, and artisanal craft beers or chill cocktails.
The street is lit up, so why not head to this incredibly hot spot for Mid-Autumn Festival in Saigon. Photo: Collection
If it's already lively on regular days, then during Mid-Autumn Festival, this street becomes even more vibrant and bustling. The entire street is adorned with lanterns in a blend of traditional and modern styles. And of course, we can't forget about the unique folk games such as jumping rope, O An Quan (a traditional Vietnamese board game), or street music performances. Come here to immerse yourself in the diverse atmosphere where both Vietnamese and foreign tourists come to enjoy.
With the list above, you surely don't need to worry about where to go for Mid-Autumn Festival in Ho Chi Minh City anymore, right? Don't hesitate anymore, the Family Reunion Festival is coming soon, so quickly grab some nice clothes and choose the most suitable Mid-Autumn Festival spot in Saigon 2023 for yourself. If you have any hot spots to share with Mytour or any questions that need answering, don't hesitate to call the Mytour Hotline Mytour. Don't forget to book a hotel in Ho Chi Minh City in case you get too caught up and forget the way back!
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