Spring flower markets to bloom across Hanoi ahead of Tet 2026
The capital city will host a wide range of flower markets for 16 days from January 31 to February 15, or from the 13th to 28th day of the 12th lunar month.
THE HANOI TIMES — Spring flower markets will be held in Hanoi during the upcoming traditional Vietnamese Tet (the Lunar New Year), the country's biggest and most important celebration.
Hanoi’s plan to open spring flower markets ahead of Tet 2026 is guided first and foremost by the goal of ensuring safe, orderly and pleasant public spaces during the peak holiday season.
Under an official directive signed on January 28 by Nguyen Manh Quyen, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee, authorities are required to strictly ensure public order, traffic safety, fire prevention and environmental sanitation at all flower markets across the city.
The directive also sets out specific operational requirements. Parking areas must be arranged at least 100 meters from market sites, while fees for commercial stalls and vehicle parking must comply with regulations set by local authorities. Any unauthorized flower markets will be shut down to prevent disorder and safety risks.
Foreign visitors enjoy festive atmosphere at the Hang Luoc flower market in Hanoi. Photo: Lai Tan/The Hanoi Times
The municipal government has asked the Department of Industry and Trade to ensure the smooth running of the markets by issuing implementation plans in compliance with regulations.
The Department of Construction is tasked with ensuring traffic safety and preventing traffic jams around flower markets, while the Department of Agriculture and Environment is responsible for waste collection and environmental sanitation.
Funding will come from the city's budget already allocated to the Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade to implement the city’s 2026 trade, investment, tourism promotion and industrial promotion activities.
Visiting flower markets to buy bonsais, home decorations or flowers for Tet decorations has become an elegant hobby for many Hanoians who go to buy flowers and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
The markets open only once a year and offer customers an array of flowers, ornamental plants and fruits, and handicrafts. All of these are typical of the Lunar New Year celebrations.
In addition to traditional flowers and bonsai blossoms such as peach, chrysanthemum, violet, daffodil and kumquat, many imported flowers such as orchids, tulips and hydrangeas will also be on sale. The brilliant flowers help create a vibrant Tet atmosphere in the capital that cannot be found anywhere else in the country.
Furthermore, there will be numerous entertainment activities, safe agricultural and food fairs and consumer stimulation events. All will provide insights into traditional Tet values and the identity of Hanoi, as well as other provinces and cities.
The Lunar New Year is the longest holiday in Vietnam and an important occasion for family reunions. The Lunar New Year holiday in 2026 will start on February 14 and last until February 22, according to the government's decision.
