August & September: Hue comes alive with the vibrant Autumn Festival of Hue Festival 2026

Following the exciting lineup of events in July, the Autumn Festival of Hue Festival 2026 invites both locals and visitors on a colorful journey of cultural, sporting, musical, and heritage experiences throughout August and September.

AUGUST – ENERGETIC & EXCITING

Hue Sports Festival 2026 (Opening on August 1)

A community sports festival promoting health and well-being through a wide range of exciting activities.

Hue Nam Palace Festival (August 20–22)

One of Hue's most distinctive traditional spiritual festivals.

Hue Wonderverse Fest 2026 (August 30 – September 1)

Hue International Music and Heritage Week, featuring world-class concerts and a vibrant festival atmosphere.

National Day Celebration Art Program (Evening of August 30)

Hai Ba Trung Walking Street.

SEPTEMBER – CELEBRATING THE COLORS OF HERITAGE

The 37th Hue City Traditional Boat Racing Championship (September 2)

Held on the Perfume River.

Hue Lion Dance Festival 2026 (September 18–20)

Featuring spectacular lion dance performances.

Opening Ceremony of the Hue City Sports Games (September 20).

Lion, Unicorn and Dragon Dance Parade & Mid-Autumn Lantern Procession (September 21).

Hue Tuong – Echoes Through the Ages (September 22)

Bringing Hue's royal classical opera closer to the public.

Imperial Full Moon Night (September 25)

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival in the enchanting setting of the Hue Imperial City through authentic cultural experiences.

"Sending the Wind to a Thousand Drifting Clouds" by Nguyen Dinh Tuan Dung (September 26)

Hue Imperial City.

The Truyen Lo Ceremony, the Outstanding Students Recognition Festival, and the "Colors We Love" Children's Fine Arts Festival will also take place throughout September, adding to the rich cultural atmosphere of Hue's autumn season.

Every event tells a story, and every destination offers a memorable experience. From traditional festivals and captivating artistic spaces to contemporary music events, the Autumn Festival of Hue Festival 2026 promises an unforgettable autumn in the heart of Viet Nam's former imperial capital.

Plan your trip today and discover Hue in autumn - vibrant, dynamic, and deeply rooted in its rich heritage.