During Lunar New Year (Tết) of the Year of the Horse 2026, Da Nang welcomes spring with a vibrant yet deeply layered atmosphere—where festivals, traditional culture, and local experiences blend seamlessly within a living urban landscape.
From the modern city center to the heritage spaces of Hoi An Ancient Town, the city unfolds a continuous spring journey, offering residents and visitors a full spectrum of emotions from the very first days of the new year.
A spreading Tết atmosphere – Tradition present in contemporary rhythms
Throughout the holiday, Da Nang hosts a rich series of cultural and festive activities imbued with the spirit of traditional Tết, including: Spring Fair 2026, the An Hai Folk Tết Festival, Traditional Tết Spaces, the Tết Day Market & Early-Spring Procession, Tết Viet 2026, and more. Hands-on activities such as making bánh chưng, calligraphy by scholars, folk games, and traditional performances are organized across multiple venues—allowing visitors not just to “see Tết,” but to truly live within the atmosphere of a Vietnamese New Year.
The spring mood continues through celebratory art programs, tuồng (classical opera), bài chòi, folk chanting, and street music in public spaces—creating an energetic yet measured rhythm that preserves identity, warmth, and approachability.
New Year’s Eve fireworks – A moment that connects the entire city
One of the standout highlights of the Year of the Horse spring season is the New Year’s Eve fireworks display, held simultaneously at multiple locations across Da Nang. Beyond the city center, the celebrations extend to the heritage space of Hoi An, forming a seamless and emotionally resonant festive panorama.
According to plan, from 00:00 on February 17, 2026 (New Year’s Eve), six main fireworks sites in central Da Nang will illuminate the night sky for approximately 15 minutes. In addition, a fireworks site at the Con Bap Tourism Area (Hoi An Ward) expands the viewing experience—bringing the total number of fireworks locations citywide to more than six, stretching from the Han River urban area to the ancient town.
This citywide urban–heritage fireworks program not only marks a sacred moment of welcoming the new year, but also demonstrates Da Nang’s capacity to deliver synchronized, far-reaching, and meaningful events—where spring is not confined by spatial boundaries, but felt within a shared rhythm of life.
An extended spring festival season – Experiences continue beyond Tết
Rather than concentrating solely on the first days of the year, Da Nang’s spring festival season is designed to span throughout February and into early March 2026, offering flexible travel options. Signature events include: the Light & Heritage Festival at Ky Uc Hoi An Island; the Tulip Festival at Sun World Ba Na Hills; the God of Wealth Festival at Nui Than Tai Hot Springs Park; Lantern Festival (Nguyen Tieu); and traditional village and craft festivals such as the Tra Que “Cau Bong” Ritual, Tuy Loan Communal House Festival, early-year boat races, the Glutinous Corn Festival, and more.
These activities serve not only visitors but also attract strong local participation—helping sustain cultural continuity and spread the spirit of spring across the city.
A destination ecosystem open throughout Tết – Diverse spring travel experiences
During the holiday, many tourist sites, museums, and cultural landmarks across the city remain open continuously. From Ba Na Hills with its early-spring rituals, flower festivals, and multi-day experiences; to museums welcoming visitors from the first day of Tết; from traditional craft villages to eco-tourism and community-based tourism models in Hoa Vang and Son Tra—Da Nang presents a multi-colored tourism landscape suited to diverse traveler profiles and preferences.
Dynamic air connectivity – High accommodation occupancy
During Lunar New Year of the Year of the Horse 2026 (February 14–22, 2026), more than 1,500 flights are projected to operate to Da Nang—averaging about 175 flights per day, a significant increase year-on-year. Both international and domestic routes show strong growth, reflecting high spring travel demand during the extended holiday.
At the same time, reports from accommodation providers indicate room occupancy rates of 80–90% at many 4- and 5-star hotels, underscoring Da Nang’s strong appeal to both domestic and international visitors.
Da Nang – A spring travel rendezvous rich in experience and cultural depth
With synchronized preparation, multi-layered festive spaces, and emotionally resonant highlights such as New Year’s Eve fireworks extending into the heritage space of Hoi An, Da Nang during the Year of the Horse 2026 is not merely a place to celebrate spring—it is a journey into culture, history, and the authentic rhythms of Central Vietnam.
Spring in Da Nang thus not only marks the beginning of a new year, but also creates strong momentum for the city’s tourism, commerce, and services from the very first days ahead.
DANANG TOURISM PROMOTION CENTER
