14/05/2026
The ultimate 2026 Hoi An Lantern Festival-Guide!
Hoi An is famous for its river full of lanterns at night.
While you can release lanterns almost any day of the year, did you know there are specific nights when the river becomes exceptionally brilliant?
Here are the official 2026 dates for the Hoi An Lantern Festival (Full Moon Lantern Night) 14th day of the lunar calendar: on the
- Jan 2
- Feb 1
- Mar 2
- Apr 1
- May 30
- Jun 28
- Jul 27
- Aug 26
- Sep 24
- Oct 23
- Nov 22
- Dec 22
On these evenings, the town switches off most electric lights, and thousands of colorful lanterns glow across the streets and along the river, creating an unforgettable, dream-like atmosphere
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