VOV.VN - More than 80 cultural and culinary booths, along with a vibrant lineup of performances, workshops and cosplay festivities, will come together at the International Culture Week – Welcoming the New Year 2026, set to take place in Ho Chi Minh City.

Amid the festive atmosphere of the 2025 Minsk International Charity Christmas Fair in Belarus ahead of the New Year, the Vietnamese booth has stood out as a popular destination, featuring vivid decorations and showcasing images of Vietnam’s land, people, tourism and cuisine.

With the Lunar New Year (Tet) set to fall in mid-February 2026, businesses in Ho Chi Minh City are accelerating production, finalising stockpiling plans and rolling out price-stabilisation measures to meet shopping demand amid persistently high input costs.

Bamboo Airways plans to increase its domestic flight capacity by 16% across its entire network in anticipation of a sharp rise in passenger demand during the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026.

The Da Nang New Year Festival 2026, set to take place from December 30, 2025 to January 3, 2026, will feature a wide range of new artistic and entertainment activities designed to enhance visitor experiences, stimulate tourism demand, and create a festive atmosphere to welcome 2026.

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has unveiled plans for New Year 2026 celebrations, including fireworks displays across multiple sites in the city.

VOV.VN - French tour operators have reported steadily growing demand for Christmas and year-end travel, with Vietnam emerging as one of the most sought-after long-haul destinations since the pandemic. Last-minute bookings have helped buoy the market despite ongoing economic uncertainties.

VOV.VN - A display of colorful lights and decorations has been installed at Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City ahead of the Christmas season, creating a lively atmosphere in the heart of the city.

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee has announced its plan to organise the Nguyen Hue Flower Street in eight days in celebration of the Year of the Horse 2026, one of the city's key cultural and tourism events during the Lunar New Year Festival (Tet).

The year-end period remains a peak season for retail, but this year’s standout trend is the shift towards technology-driven operations and data-based promotions.