Free Admission to the Complex of Hue Monuments

The Imperial City area in Hue (Photo: VGP)

The Hue Monuments Conservation Centre announced that, marking the 81st anniversary of the successful August Revolution (August 19, 1945 - August 19, 2026) and National Day (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2026), Vietnamese citizens will receive free admission to heritage sites within the Complex of Hue Monuments on August 19 and September 2, 2026.

The policy aims to allow local residents and domestic visitors to visit, experience and learn about the outstanding historical and cultural values of the Complex of Hue Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It also seeks to bring the heritage closer to the community and promote the image of Hue as a heritage city and a distinctive Festival City of Vietnam.

Visitors to Hue during this period can also attend the Hue Wonderverse Music Fest 2026, an international heritage and music festival taking place from August 30 to September 1 at the City's Sports Center Square on Ha Huy Tap Street. Admission is free.

The highlight of Hue Wonderverse Music Fest 2026 will be two major concert nights themed “Heritage Awakens” and “Heritage Connects.” The August 30 night, themed “Heritage Awakens,” will celebrate Vietnam's cultural values and identity through a combination of contemporary music and traditional elements.

The night of September 1, themed “Heritage Connects,” will feature an international electronic music atmosphere, bringing Vietnamese and international artists together on the same stage.

From August 29 to September 2, the Co Tu Village Festival at Cong Troi Dong Giang Ecotourism Site will offer another option for visitors wishing to explore the mountainous natural landscapes of Da Nang (Photo: VGP)

Da Nang Offers Free Admission to Four Museums

The Da Nang Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism said that visitors interested in history, culture and art will have a wide range of experiences to choose from through the city's museum system. During the National Day holiday, free admission will be offered at several museums, including the Da Nang Museum at 42-44 Bach Dang Street; Da Nang Museum of Fine Arts at 78 Le Duan Street; Da Nang Museum - Campus 2 at 281 Phan Boi Chau Street, Ban Thach Ward; and Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture at 2 September Street.

This year's National Day holiday will also provide an opportunity for Da Nang to showcase a diverse range of tourism products and experiential activities associated with culture, heritage and nature.

From August 28 to September 2, Hoi An Creative Week 2026, themed “A Journey to Touch Heritage, Touch Creativity,” will take place at Hoai River Square in Hoi An Ward, featuring activities that connect heritage values with contemporary creativity.

In Hoi An Ancient Town, regular cultural activities such as the lantern street, Bai Choi folk performances, pot-breaking games and traditional folk games will continue, offering visitors distinctive local experiences.

The heritage journey can continue to My Son, home to outstanding values of Champa culture. On September 2, the “Echoes of My Son” artistic program and Cham folk singing will be held at the My Son Sanctuary in Thu Bon Commune, creating a space that connects heritage and the arts.

From August 29 to September 2, the Co Tu Village Festival at Cong Troi Dong Giang Ecotourism Site will offer visitors another opportunity to explore the mountainous natural landscape and experience the distinctive culture of the Co Tu ethnic community.

At night, Da Nang will continue to maintain its signature activities, including the Dragon Bridge's fire and water shows at 9 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, providing a highlight for visitors exploring the city center.

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