Hung King's Commemoration Day Holiday Schedule 2025

In 2025, Hung King's Commemoration Day (10th day of the 3rd lunar month) falls on April 7, 2025. According to Article 112 of the 2019 Labor Code, employees will be given a day off and receive full pay on this day.

Regulations on Hung Kings Commemoration Day Holiday

The 2019 Labor Code clearly stipulates the holidays and Tet holidays that employees are entitled to, including:

New Year's Day: 1 day (January 1st)

Lunar New Year: 5 days

Victory Day: 1 day (April 30th)

International Labor Day: 1 day (May 1st)

National Day: 2 days (September 2 and 1 day before or after)

Hung King's Commemoration Day: 1 day (10th day of the 3rd lunar month)

In particular, for foreign workers working in Vietnam, in addition to the above holidays, they also get 1 more day off for their traditional New Year and 1 day off for their country's National Day.

In 2025, the holiday falls on Monday, April 7. This means that workers will have a day off to honor their ancestors and participate in cultural activities.

The meaning of Hung King's death anniversary

According to legend, the Hung Kings were the first to establish the Van Lang state, the predecessor of today's Vietnam. The anniversary of the death of the Hung Kings is an occasion for descendants to express their gratitude to their ancestors, while reminding them of their origins and national identity.

Hung Kings Commemoration Day is not only a national holiday but also carries deep cultural and historical values. This is an occasion for every Vietnamese citizen to remember and show gratitude for the Hung Kings' contributions in building and defending the country.

On the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day, many cultural activities and festivals are held across the country, especially at the Hung Temple in Phu Tho. The main ceremonies include incense offering, offering gifts, and folk art performances. This is also an opportunity for visitors from all over to join in folk games, enjoy traditional cuisine , and learn more about the nation’s history.

Hung King Commemoration Day 2025 is an important occasion for workers to rest, remember their roots and participate in meaningful cultural activities. Understanding the holiday schedule and the meaning of the holiday helps each person arrange their work and personal time reasonably, while contributing to preserving and promoting the fine traditions of the nation.

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