Hanoi’s Autumn treasures showcased at Autumn Fair 2025

On the opening day of the inaugural Autumn Fair 2025 (October 25), large numbers of visitors flock to explore and experience live craft demonstrations at booths within the “Essence of Hanoi Autumn” space.

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Notably, demonstration and check-in areas consistently draw large crowds, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

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Many families bring their children to watch and try making simple handicrafts before purchasing their favorite items.

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Many international visitors pause to learn about the materials, techniques, and stories behind each product.

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At the Bat Trang ceramics demonstration booth, visitors continuously stop to observe each stage of the process, from shaping and carving to the final finishing of the products.

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Toy figurine (tò he) stalls are also constantly crowded with families, especially when artisans demonstrate the traditional craft of shaping the toy figurine.

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The tea culture space, by contrast, offer a refined and tranquil ambiance.

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Horn-made items such as combs and hairpins are particularly favoured by female visitors, says an artisan from the Muoi Su handicraft booth from Thuy Ung craft village.

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A dragon crafted from buffalo and cow horn, an intricate handicraft created by artisans from Thuy Ung craft village.

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Children eagerly enjoy hands-on experiences creating metal leaf artwork at the fair.

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This year, the “Essence of Hanoi” space brings together around 30 artisans and skilled craftsmen showcasing the capital’s traditional crafts, creating a vivid portrait of Hanoi’s creative identity. In the photo, an artisan from Thuy Ung woodcarving village demonstrates carving techniques to visitors.

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Autumn Fair 2025 is expected to serve as a catalyst for preserving and sustainably developing traditional crafts in contemporary life.

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Visitors admire exquisite creations from the renowned Ngu Xa bronze casting village.

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Based on on-site observations and artisans’ insights, the “Essence of Hanoi Autumn” space also serves as a hub connecting craftsmen, consumers, and market partners.

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Café Giảng, one of Hanoi’s iconic culinary brands, serves its signature egg coffee to visitors right at the fair.

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High visitor turnout, strong interest in hands-on experiences, and flexible sales methods, such as live demonstrations, on-site purchases, and QR code ordering, are helping bring Hanoi’s handicrafts and artisanal products closer to the public, while expanding distribution channels and enhancing their access to international markets.