Ho Chi Minh City residents welcome New Year with metro rides, cycling in new lane

Ho Chi Minh City 14:08 02/01/2026

During New Year’s Eve and the first day of 2026, passenger numbers on metro line No. 1, which links Ben Thanh Market with Suoi Tien Coach Station, rose sharply; while many residents were excitedly riding the newly inaugurated dedicated bicycle lane along Mai Chi Tho Boulevard.

Ho Chi Minh City to set off fireworks at 4 sites to welcome 2026

Ho Chi Minh City 15:44 31/12/2025

Ho Chi Minh City will usher in the New Year with vibrant fireworks displays at four locations on New Year’s Eve, accompanied by a series of cultural, artistic, and countdown events, as well as festive lighting along downtown streets.

New Year 2026 fireworks locations in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam News 13:57 30/12/2025

Hanoi will stage 15-minute fireworks at five locations while Ho Chi Minh City will hold artistic pyrotechnic displays at four locations, including three high-altitude sites and one low-altitude site.