Can Tho sets date for River Culture Festival.

This is a cultural and tourism event aimed at promoting the unique cultural values of the riverine region and attracting tourists to the city at the end of the year.

According to the plan, the festival will take place from December 27, 2025 to January 1, 2026, focusing on recreating cultural living spaces associated with river life, expanding exchange and experiential activities, and creating a festive atmosphere that spreads throughout the community.

The Can Tho River Culture Festival will take place from December 27, 2025 to January 1, 2026, with the theme "Can Tho - The Colors of the River".

Highlights of the festival include attractive and meaningful activities such as the photo exhibition "Life on the River - The Mekong Delta Past and Present"; releasing lanterns on the river; sailing races; a program to stimulate waterway tourism; a SUP paddling program to clean up trash along the rivers; and the organization of exhibition spaces to introduce OCOP products, tourism products, and culinary demonstrations from various localities…

According to the People's Committee of Can Tho City, the festival is organized to create a cultural and tourism highlight, to practically welcome the new year 2026, and to contribute to creating a joyful and enthusiastic atmosphere, enhancing the cultural and spiritual life of the people.

At the same time, it is necessary to raise public awareness in protecting the environment, especially river and water ecosystems, encourage sustainable tourism development; and enhance the efficient exploitation of resources and tourism products on the river.

Furthermore, the festival serves to develop inner-city tourism routes and connect river tourism between Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho City, and the provinces of the Mekong Delta…

In particular, diversifying and enhancing the distinctive cultural and tourism events of Can Tho city will create a ripple effect, contributing to the development of other economic sectors and the overall socio-economic development of the city.

Source: https://congluan.vn/can-tho-an-dinh-thoi-gian-to-chuc-le-hoi-van-hoa-song-nuoc-10322375.html