Tet, or Lunar New Year, is the most important festival in the Vietnamese calendar. It's a time for families to gather, celebrate the spring, and honor their ancestors. If you're looking for an authentic and festive destination to celebrate Tet 2025, Bac Kan province is an excellent choice.
Long Tong Festival - Ba Be 2024 - Photo : Mr Linh's Adventures
A province rich in traditions and festivals
Bac Kan is a mountainous province in northeastern Vietnam, known for its natural beauty and traditional culture. During Tet, the province comes alive with numerous festivals and events. Here are some of the events not to be missed:
- Spring Festival of Xuat Hoa neighborhood: from February 2 to 3, 2025, at Na Chum field, Xuat Hoa neighborhood, Bac Kan city.
- Tham Temple Festival: from February 3 to 4, 2025 at Tham Temple, Dong Tam city, Cho Moi district.
- Ba Be Long Tong Festival: from February 6 to 8, 2025 at Bo Lu village, Nam Mau commune, Ba Be district.
- Mu La Festival and Highland Flowers: from February 8 to 10, 2025 at Lung Phac village, Co Linh commune, Pac Nam district.
- ATK Cho Don Spring Festival: from February 11 to 13, 2025 at the Culture, Sports, and Communications Center of Cho Don district.
- Phu Thong Long Tong Festival: from February 15 to 17, 2025 at Na Lien Ma Field, Phu Thong city, Bach Thong district.
These festivals are an opportunity to explore the local culture, participate in traditional games, and taste culinary specialties.
Bac Kan, an ideal destination for nature lovers
Apart from Tet festivities, Bac Kan is a province worth exploring for its natural beauty. The province is home to many mountains, lush forests, and peaceful lakes. Ba Be Lake is one of Vietnam's most famous natural sites. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering spectacular landscapes.