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Vietnam celebrates 81st National Day and honors President Ho

Overview

Vietnam marked its 81st National Day and the August Revolution on September 2, 2026, through extensive nationwide and diplomatic commemorations. The holiday also coincided with the 57th anniversary of the passing of President Ho Chi Minh. In Hanoi, high-ranking leaders, including General Secretary and President To Lam, led delegations in paying respects at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Presidential Palace relic site (House 67). Similar memorial ceremonies were conducted in Nghe An province at the Kim Lien Special National Relic Site. Other regional observances included flag-raising ceremonies in Lung Cu, community events in Phu Tho, and social welfare activities conducted by border guards in Quang Tri. Local celebrations included the official designation of Quang Ninh as a city and various cultural events, such as traditional boat racing in Hue and music programs in Hanoi. The holiday also featured the celebration of Vietnam Music Day and the launch of major infrastructure projects in Ho Chi Minh City. Public festivities included fireworks displays in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Diplomatic observances expanded to include events in the United States, South Korea, and Austria. In San Francisco, the Vietnamese flag was raised at City Hall, where Mayor Daniel Lurie designated September 2, 2026, as a ‘Day of Heritage and Friendship’. In Daegu, South Korea, the VK Connect 2026 forum focused on digital innovation and high-tech collaboration. In Vienna, Austrian National Council President Walter Rosenkranz and Vietnam's Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Le Xuan Dinh attended a ceremony where officials praised the progress of bilateral friendship over the past 54 years, highlighting Vietnam’s role in strengthening cooperation between Austria and ASEAN. Vietnamese Ambassador to Austria Vu Le Thai Hoang outlined development goals to become a modern industrial country by 2030 and a high-income nation by 2045.

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Vietnam · Hanoi · Ho Chi Minh City · Ministry of Home Affairs · To Lam

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Timeline

  1. 5 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Vietnam marks National Day and international diplomatic anniversaries

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  2. 10 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 5 sources
    Austria celebrates Vietnam’s National Day and strengthens ASEAN ties

    Austrian leaders attended a ceremony in Vienna marking Vietnam’s 81st National Day, praising bilateral ties and Vietnam’s role in strengthening Austria’s cooperation with ASEAN.

  3. 25 days ago

    [POLITICS] 26 sources
    Vietnam celebrates 81st National Day and commemorates Ho Chi Minh

    Vietnam marked its 81st National Day on September 2, 2026, with high-level tributes to President Ho Chi Minh, regional celebrations, and significant socio-economic milestones across the country.

  4. about 1 month ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 42 sources
    Vietnam celebrates 81st National Day with domestic and international events

    Vietnam celebrates its 81st National Day with domestic cultural festivals and international diplomatic commemorations in Cambodia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and Brazil.

  5. about 1 month ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 40 sources
    Vietnam marks National Day holiday with transport and infrastructure updates

    Vietnam marks the 2026 National Day holiday with free public transport in Hanoi, high passenger volumes at Nội Bài Airport, and major infrastructure project launches in Ho Chi Minh City.

  6. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 10 sources
    Vietnam Prime Minister orders enhanced security for National Day holiday

    Vietnam's Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has ordered enhanced security and order measures for the five-day National Day holiday to manage increased public activity and prevent crime and sabotage.

  7. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Vietnam debates extending National Day holiday to support families

    Vietnamese officials and delegates are debating a proposal to extend National Day holidays to September 5 to allow parents to attend their children's school openings.

  8. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 22 sources
    Vietnam prepares for National Day holiday with tourism and transport surges

    Vietnam prepares for the September 2 National Day holiday with free public transport in Hanoi, increased flight capacities, extra train trips, and diverse cultural festivals nationwide.

  9. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 6 sources
    Hanoi students to receive five-day National Day holiday

    Hanoi students and educators will enjoy a five-day National Day holiday from August 29 to September 2, 2026, following a scheduled work-day swap by the Department of Education and Training.

  10. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 7 sources
    Vietnam labor union approves 7-day 2027 Lunar New Year holiday

    The Vietnam General Confederation of Labour has approved a 7-day continuous holiday for the 2027 Lunar New Year, running from February 4 to February 10, 2027.

  11. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Vietnam Sets 2027 Lunar New Year and National Day Holiday Schedule

    Vietnam's ministries have approved a 7‑day Lunar New Year break (Feb 4‑10 2027) and a 4‑day National Day holiday (Sept 2‑5 2027) for public employees.

  12. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 14 sources
    Vietnam's Ministry of Home Affairs proposes 7‑ or 10‑day Tet 2027 holiday and a 4‑day Culture Day break

    Vietnam's Ministry of Home Affairs proposes a 7‑day Tet 2027 holiday (Feb 4‑10) or a 10‑day option, and a 4‑day paid Culture Day break on 24 Nov 2026, seeking agency feedback before final approval.

  13. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Vietnam to add November 24 Culture Day as paid holiday

    Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs proposes adding 24 Nov Culture Day as a paid holiday, increasing annual paid holidays to 12 and requiring Prime Minister approval each year.

  14. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Vietnam's Ministry of Interior Announces 5-Day National Day Holiday for 2026

    Vietnam's Ministry of Interior sets a five‑day National Day holiday for 2026 (29 Aug‑2 Sep), swaps Monday 31 Aug with 22 Aug, and adds a paid Vietnam Culture Day, raising total holidays to 12 days.

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