HCMC to host major national events in late April

[VOVWORLD] - HCMC People’s Committee has issued a plan outlining activities to commemorate major national holidays and key historical and political events throughout 2026, including events to mark the 51st anniversary of the Liberation of the South on April 30 and the 140th anniversary of International Workers’ Day on May 1.

Ho Chi Minh City will stage a 15-minute fireworks display at 9pm on April 30

In late April there will be tribute activities, an exhibition titled “National Reunification Day”, and a wide range of cultural, artistic and sporting events.

On April 29 a special art program will be televised live, and multiple sporting and cultural events, including the Ho Chi Minh City Television Cup, the Orchid Festival, and a cross-country race on April 30, will also take place.

The highlight of the celebrations will be a 15-minute fireworks show from 9 pm on April 30.