Lantern Street, a brilliant Mid-Autumn Festival space in the heart of Cho Lon officially opens

On the afternoon of September 24, at the intersection of Nguyen An - Nguyen Trai (HCMC), the opening ceremony of Cho Lon lantern street officially took place, opening up a brilliant cultural - tourist space, attracting a large number of people and tourists to participate.

The colorful lantern street space of Cho Lon ward - Photo: MAI NGUYET

Since late afternoon, locals and tourists have flocked to the lantern street in Cho Lon ward to attend the opening ceremony.

The vibrant lion dance performance opened the ceremony, creating a bustling, exciting atmosphere, kicking off a series of activities to celebrate this year's Mid-Autumn Festival.

Lantern Street 2025 officially opens - Photo: Organizing Committee

Lantern Street - the beauty of Chinese culture in Ho Chi Minh City

Mr. Nguyen Xuan Trung - Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee, Chairman of the People's Committee of Cho Lon Ward - in his opening speech emphasized: " The lantern street is a bridge between tradition and modernity, both preserving the soul of national culture and opening up opportunities for sustainable economic and tourism development, contributing positively to the overall development of Ho Chi Minh City".

Immediately after the speech, the ward leaders and delegates performed the ribbon-cutting ceremony, officially opening the Lantern Street Festival 2025.

Cho Lon Ward has long been known as the cradle of traditional lantern making and trading. Every Mid-Autumn Festival, this street becomes a familiar meeting place, not only for city residents but also for many domestic and foreign tourists.

Lanterns evoke memories of Mid-Autumn Festival - Photo: MAI NGUYET

Mr. Nguyen Xuan Trung reminded of the profound cultural value of the festival: " The Mid-Autumn Festival has long been a symbol of reunion, gathering and love. This is also an opportunity for the younger generation to better understand traditions and join hands to preserve the heritage of their ancestors.

Star lanterns, carp lanterns, dragon lanterns, etc. are still present alongside many modern electronic lanterns, creating a fusion between tradition and contemporary life. These shimmering colors have contributed to creating the brand of “Cho Lon lantern street”, one of the typical cultural and tourist destinations of Ho Chi Minh City.

From Mid-Autumn Festival to Cultural Rendezvous

Not only stopping at cultural significance, lantern streets also play an important role in socio-economic development.

Every year, this street attracts a large number of tourists to visit, shop and take photos. This excitement brings income to small traders and at the same time creates more vitality for local commercial and service activities.

Visitors capture moments with the colorful lanterns - Photo: MAI NGUYET

On the opening night, many young people took the opportunity to take photos next to the rows of sparkling lights. Some families brought their children to buy traditional lanterns, both for fun and to reminisce about their childhood.

This year's lantern street will last until October 6, promising to become a unique cultural highlight, where the community can share the joy of the full moon season.

Many activities for locals and tourists

The lantern street's operating time takes place from September 24 to October 6, in Cho Lon ward (old district 5), Ho Chi Minh City.

Highlights include lion dance, sightseeing, lantern shopping, check-in photos, and Chinese culinary and cultural experiences.

Many families took the opportunity to capture happy moments at the lantern street - Photo: MAI NGUYET

Organizing lantern street activities to serve people's entertainment needs and attract tourists.

At the same time, maintain and develop the ward's unique economic and cultural activities through organizing Mid-Autumn Festival activities, contributing to preserving the unique features of the locality.

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Source: https://tuoitre.vn/pho-long-den-khong-gian-trung-thu-ruc-ro-giua-long-cho-lon-chinh-thuc-khai-hoi-20250924181317253.htm