Vietnamese Lantern Festival 2025 - A Celebration of Northern Vietnam's Charm
Proudly organized by the Australian Vietnamese Family Association Inc. (AVFA) and supported by the Northern Territory Government and Darwin Waterfront, this free family-friendly event invites everyone to experience the joy, warmth, and wonder of Vietnam’s Mid-Autumn traditions, right here in the Top End.
What to expect:
- Lantern wonderland: Be captivated by hundreds of handmade lanterns inspired by the landscapes and culture of Northern Vietnam.
- Photobooth: Snap beautiful memories with our themed photobooth and grand moon display.
- Cultural performances: Enjoy an exciting lineup of traditional music, lion dances, and contemporary Vietnamese-Australian showcases.
- Kids & family activities: Try your hand at folk games, lantern making, and face painting for all ages.
- Floating lotus lantern release: Take part in Darwin’s unique lantern release, an unforgettable moment of reflection and hope.
- Vietnamese street food: Savor authentic Northern Vietnamese flavors from our lineup of food vendors.
- Fireworks finale: Wrap up the night with a dazzling fireworks display over the Waterfront.
And... It's FREE to join! Come celebrate community, culture, and light at Darwin’s biggest lantern event. We can’t wait to see you there!
DATE/TIME
Saturday 06th September 15:00PM
VENUE
Darwin Waterfront
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