The 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day is approaching, but the heroic atmosphere and the spirit of solidarity of this historic holiday have come a month, even many months earlier. It is not an exaggeration to say that there has never been an occasion on April 30 when the red flag with yellow star has covered every corner, from the ground to the sky of the country like this year.
Not only the veteran class, the young generation also enthusiastically joins in the atmosphere with pride and excitement. To contribute to the enthusiasm of the whole country, the capital Hanoi will organize many commemorative activities throughout the holiday, creating opportunities for all classes of people to relive the history of the victory 50 years ago. Below are the most special places and activities for people in the capital to visit during this holiday:
1. Interactive exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of Southern Liberation Day
Taking place at the headquarters of Nhan Dan Newspaper (71 Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem) until May 4, the exhibition uses augmented reality (AR) technology and 3D mapping to recreate historical campaigns such as the Ho Chi Minh Campaign. Viewers can interact and explore detailed information about historical events through QR codes.
Time: 9:00-17:00, from April 23 - May 4
Address: Nhan Dan Newspaper Headquarters, 71 Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
2. Vietnam Military History Museum
From April 30 to May 4, 2025, the Vietnam Military History Museum (28A Dien Bien Phu, Ba Dinh) offers free admission to the public. In addition, the museum also organizes a special exhibition called "The Great Spring Epic Victory", introducing valuable artifacts and documents about the resistance war against the US, helping visitors better understand Vietnam's military history.
Time: from April 30 to May 4
Address: Thang Long Avenue, Tay Mo, Dai Mo, Nam Tu Liem, Hanoi
3. Circus program "National Festival"
From April 26, the Central Circus will hold a special art program called “National Festival”. With a capacity of 10,000 spectators, 2 performances per day at 10:00 and 16:30, the program combines traditional and modern circus acts, reflecting the spirit of solidarity and the desire for national unity.
Time: 10:00 & 16:30, from April 26 - May 4
Address: Central Circus, 67-69 Tran Nhan Tong, Le Dai Hanh, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi
4. Introduction to Chuyen My mother-of-pearl inlay craft and experiential workshop
At the cultural space of Hanoi's Old Quarter, artisans from Chuyen My craft village (Phu Xuyen district) introduced the traditional mother-of-pearl inlay process. Visitors had the opportunity to participate in workshops and directly experience the stages of mother-of-pearl inlay under dedicated guidance.
Time: from now until May 22
Address: Hanoi Old Quarter Cultural Exchange Center, 50 Dao Duy Tu, Hang Buom, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
5. Photo exhibition "Memories and Legends"
The photo exhibition "Memories and Legends" introduces 50 touching portraits of Vietnamese Mothers - living symbols of maternal love and silent but intense patriotism.
Time: from now until May 25
Address: Hoan Kiem Lake Cultural Information Center, No. 2 Le Thai To, Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
6. Special topic "The country and rivers are united as one"
The exhibition introduces nearly 150 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into three parts: “Aspiration for Unification”, “Vietnam is One - Vietnamese People are One” and “The Rivers and Mountains are One”. Through images and artifacts, the exhibition recreates the journey of struggle for independence and national unification, from the Geneva Agreement to the Great Victory of Spring 1975, contributing to educating the tradition of patriotism and arousing national pride in generations of Vietnamese people.
Time: from now until August 2025
Address: National Museum of History, No. 1 Trang Tien, Phan Chu Trinh, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
7. Exhibition “The Road to Reunification” and water puppet performance
The exhibition “The Road to Reunification” at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel Heritage Site is one of the key activities of Hanoi on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South. Taking place from April 28 to May 31, 2025, the exhibition introduces more than 200 valuable documents, images and artifacts, vividly recreating the historical journey from the Paris Agreement in 1973 to the Ho Chi Minh Campaign in 1975. The exhibition is held at the revolutionary relic House and Bunker D67 - where the General Headquarters of the Vietnam People's Army was located in the final stage of the resistance war against the US, bringing the public authentic and profound experiences about a heroic period of the nation's history.
Time: From now until May 31
Address: Thang Long Imperial Citadel Heritage Site, No. 19 Hoang Dieu, Ba Dinh
8. Exhibition “Made of Bamboo” and installations about Hang Bac craft street
The contemporary art space in Hanoi displays works made from bamboo - a symbol of the nation's resilience and perseverance. In addition, art installations on Hang Bac craft street offer a fresh perspective on the intersection between tradition and modernity.
Time: from now until June 1
Address: Kim Ngan Communal House, 42-44 Hang Bac, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
