State-level preliminary review of the parade celebrating the 80th anniversary of National Day September 2

22:03 August 27, 2025

Rapper Den Vau in the Artists' Block greets people watching the parade.

Rapper Den Vau in the parade

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21:30 August 27, 2025

The parade moved through the streets to the cheers of the people.

At 9 p.m., the parade passed through Trang Tien Street amid the cheers of thousands of people on the street.

Thousands of people cheered as the blocks passed by.

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The bright smiles of female soldiers

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The parade went towards Lieu Giai street.

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21:00 August 27, 2025

The blocks after passing through the stage parade through the streets

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Soldiers raised their hands to salute people on both sides of the road.

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The South Gate area is packed with people waiting for the parade.

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South Gate area seen from above

20:30 August 27, 2025

Modern equipment of the Vietnamese army

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Powerful equipment

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20:21 August 27, 2025

Foreign military blocs participate in parades and marches

The Russian, Lao and Cambodian military blocs participated in the state-level preliminary rehearsal of the parade and march to celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Day on September 2.

Lao military bloc

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Russian Federation Military Bloc

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Royal Cambodian Army

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Russian troops enter the podium

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20:20 August 27, 2025

Beautiful pictures from the military blocs

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20:15 August 27, 2025

The army blocks marched across the platform

After the ceremonial block, the honor block of the three military branches entered the stage. The three military branches: Army, Navy, Air Defense - Air Force combined to form an invincible power on land, at sea, and in the air.

Next, the army officers; navy officers; air defense - air force officers; border officers; coast guard officers; logistics, engineering, defense industry officers... marched past the stage.

The Vietnam People's Army's electronic warfare unit enters the podium

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Air defense and air force officer block of the Vietnam People's Army.

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Vietnam People's Navy enters the ceremony platform

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Female medical officer block

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20:10 August 27, 2025

The rehearsal begins, the forces enter the stage.

At the head of the formation is the National Emblem of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, symbolizing the independence, sovereignty , unity and territorial integrity of the Vietnamese Fatherland.

National emblem of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam

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Next, 54 talented men and women marched forward, symbolizing the great solidarity of 54 ethnic groups - an invincible strength that was forged and crystallized over thousands of years of building and defending the country. That was also the strength that created the "earth-shaking, earth-shattering" revolution, shaking the world political situation, giving birth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.

The Red Flag Block passes through the stage

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The flag block and the walking blocks of the Vietnam People's Army entered the ceremony platform. On the flag of determination to fight and win were noble medals, engraved with countless blood and bones, heroic feats, and beautifying the glorious tradition.

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19:33 August 27, 2025

The weather in Ba Dinh is very nice.

The worries about the heavy rain that lasted from yesterday until this morning, August 27, have been dispelled as the weather at Ba Dinh Square is now very nice. The weather is cool, extremely favorable for the rehearsal of the parade.

The standing blocks were in position, there was not a single empty seat left in the stands.

The typesetter is also in position.

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The vertical blocks are neat.

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The atmosphere is very solemn.

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19:10 August 27, 2025

Central Youth Union Secretary visits and gives gifts to volunteers

On the afternoon of August 27, Ms. Nguyen Pham Duy Trang, Secretary of the Central Youth Union and Chairman of the Central Council of Young Pioneers, visited and presented gifts to volunteers in the capital participating in the A80 program.

Ms. Nguyen Pham Duy Trang visits volunteers participating in serving A80

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Ms. Trang noted that volunteers need to observe carefully to recognize and support those in need, especially the elderly and children.

Volunteers need to be sensitive and responsible to best fulfill their role, putting themselves in the position of the person being supported to provide the best and timely help.

According to information from the Hanoi Youth Union, at today's preliminary review, 8,800 volunteers will carry out tasks to serve A80, including: a support group to ensure security and order on parade routes; a group serving in stands B, C and security checkpoints of Ba Dinh Square; a support group to welcome delegates from the vehicle assembly area to the square; a support group to welcome provinces and cities; a support group to provide water and snacks at 67 points on parade routes and assembly points.

18:50 August 27, 2025

The army and people are in harmony "as if Uncle Ho was there on the day of great victory"

The atmosphere in the areas around Ba Dinh Square is extremely exciting at this time. The soldiers take advantage of the time waiting, interacting with people on both sides of the street, creating emotional images.

The soldiers joined the people in singing the song "As if Uncle Ho were here on the day of great victory"

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Famous song by musician Pham Tuyen, composed right after the Victory of April 30, 1975. This is one of the classic songs, often used in important national celebrations.

And interact with people

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Students are proud and excited to participate in the parade.

Sharing with Thanh Nien, Lieutenant Nguyen Minh Quang, commander of T-90S tank number 034, said he was honored to participate in a major national event for the first time.

Lieutenant Nguyen Minh Quang

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"This will be one of the unforgettable memories in my life. After many practices and joint training sessions, today, my vehicle command movements have become much more proficient. I am ready for today's preliminary ceremony," Lieutenant Quang said emotionally.

18:30 August 27, 2025

'Pretending' before duty

Before the preliminary rehearsal, members of the Honor Guard took the opportunity to take photos at Ba Dinh Square.

The children took the opportunity to save extremely lovely memories.

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Block 54 ethnic brothers

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Charming female peacekeeping officer before the preliminary rehearsal

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18:10 August 27, 2025

Admire the "steel fortress" array on the street

At 6:00 p.m., all military equipment was fully assembled at the assembly point, ready for the parade rehearsal.

The mass of ceremonial objects at the assembly point

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Tanks and military equipment also began moving from Thanh Nien Street towards Ba Dinh Square.

Improved T54 tank

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Admire the military equipment before the preliminary parade rehearsal on September 2nd

The improved T54 tank is a comprehensive upgrade, taking on the appearance of a solid "steel fortress". The T54 is equipped with a powerful 100mm main gun, combined with a powerful anti-aircraft machine gun system and coaxial machine guns.

The improved T54 version is also equipped with many smart features, optimizing combat performance, when combined with the skillful control skills of the crew, it becomes a highly effective assault force with overwhelming attack power on all battlefields.

PR-DM-60-PU information command vehicle researched and improved by Vietnam

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BMP-1 amphibious armored vehicle

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Armored vehicle XTC-02

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XCB-01 Infantry Fighting Vehicle

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Among the military equipment participating in this parade, there are many types that Vietnam has researched and manufactured itself. For example, the XCB-01 infantry fighting vehicle, a tracked armored vehicle, equipped with a 73mm smoothbore gun, a 7.62mm heavy machine gun, a B72 anti-tank missile and a 12.7mm anti-aircraft gun. The vehicle's crew of three and eight soldiers are ready for combat missions.

Along with that is the XTC-02 combat vehicle, a wheeled armored vehicle, equipped with a 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun and a 7.62mm heavy machine gun; the crew consists of three people and nine soldiers, ready to fight according to mission requirements.

These modern combat vehicles have undergone training and drills, achieved excellent results, and contributed to enhancing the combat strength of the entire army.

17:45 August 27, 2025

A person fainted while waiting in line.

In the face of the terrible "heat" of the event, a young girl fainted in the crowd on Lieu Giai Street. This was one of the situations that had been anticipated, so the emergency response by the authorities was quite quick.

Timely rescue of young girl who fainted

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According to Hanoi Police, implementing the plan on ensuring medical services for A80, Hanoi Police Hospital has arranged 2 first aid medical tents at the Lieu Giai - Doi Can intersection and Hanoi station, and deployed 7 medical teams on the streets where the parade passes.

Hanoi Police Hospital has mobilized nearly 50 officers, doctors, nurses, drivers and logistics staff divided into 9 shifts on duty in the 9 above areas to ensure timely support and handling of all situations.

An emergency case is treated at the medical tent of Hanoi City Police Hospital.

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According to Hanoi Police, the medical tents are fully equipped like a miniature emergency clinic, with hospital beds, screening equipment, and patient classification. Mild cases are given first aid on the spot, severe cases will be transferred immediately to specialized hospitals such as Viet Duc, Bach Mai, 108, Hanoi Heart Hospital, etc.

Two ambulances were also set up as "mobile emergency rooms", equipped with ventilators, defibrillators, and monitors. In addition, a rapid response emergency team was also established, always on standby, ready to move.

17:20 August 27, 2025

Foreign military units practice before the preliminary rehearsal

At Ba Dinh Square, foreign military units began practicing. At this event, Vietnam invited the armies of four countries to participate in the parade, including the armies of Laos, Cambodia, Russia and China.

Lao army bloc practices before the preliminary rehearsal

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The Lao People's Army was established on January 20, 1949, and is the main armed force, the spearhead of the Lao National Revolution. In the national liberation struggles of the two countries, the Lao People's Army has always stood side by side, closely associated with the Vietnam People's Army to build a fighting alliance, defeat the invaders, and gain national independence for each country.

Royal Cambodian Army training

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Accepting Vietnam's invitation to participate in the parade, the Royal Cambodian Army participated in two joint training sessions at Ba Dinh Square.

In the long-standing tradition of friendship and solidarity between the two countries, the Cambodian and Vietnamese armies have always stood side by side, helped each other, and fought against common enemies until victory was achieved, bringing peace, independence, and freedom to their countries.

Russian Army Bloc practices through the podium

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The Russian Army bloc participating in the parade in Vietnam this time includes 33 soldiers, all very young and this is their first time coming to Vietnam.

Lieutenant Mikhailov Anton Vladimirovich, the block leader, was honored to stand in the Flag Group to participate in the parade celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War (May 9, 1945 - May 9, 2025) at Red Square in Moscow (Russian Federation). This was also the first time the Vietnam People's Army delegation participated.

17:15 August 27, 2025

'Don't ask what the Fatherland has done for us…'

A bustling atmosphere in Ba Dinh Square. People sang together the song "Aspiration of Youth" to the vibrant beat, adding fire to the parade and military parade rehearsal this afternoon.

Singing the song "Youthful Aspirations" in unison at Ba Dinh Square

17:00 August 27, 2025

Installed 20 large LED screens to serve people watching the A80 parade

Hanoi police said that 20 large LED screens at 19 public locations have been deployed to serve people to watch A80 activities, starting from 7:30 pm tonight.

Specifically at: 61 Tran Phu; Nguyen Thai Hoc - Ton Duc Thang intersection; Nguyen Thai Hoc - Le Duan intersection; Hang Bong - Trang Thi flower garden; Hang Khay - Dinh Tien Hoang intersection; August Revolution Square (Opera House); Ngo Quyen - Trang Tien intersection.

20 large LED screens were placed at 19 locations to serve the people watching the parade.

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Yen So Park; Long Bien Park; Hoa Binh Park; Cau Giay Park; Ha Dong Flower Garden; National Exhibition Center (Dong Anh); Minh Chau Primary School; Nui Truc - Kim Ma intersection; Old Ba Dinh District People's Committee (Ngoc Ha Ward People's Committee); Van Cao - Quan Ngua Palace.

Hanoi Railway Station (Nguyen Thai Hoc - Le Duan - Thong Nhat Park gate, Tran Nhan Tong); People's Police Monument (Thong Nhat Park - Tran Nhan Tong).

These screens will broadcast live the parade, march, and many cultural and artistic programs, historical documentaries, etc., helping people and tourists easily follow the country's important events from many different areas.

The arrangement of the screen system not only creates convenience for people to access, but also contributes to reducing the pressure of concentration at Ba Dinh Square and central streets, ensuring traffic safety, fire prevention and fighting, and maintaining security and order during major holidays.

16:33 August 27, 2025

Take advantage of taking wedding photos, blending personal joy with the common joy of the country

Joining the crowd with the red flag with yellow star on Thanh Nien street, Mr. Do Ngoc Son and Ms. Trinh Thi Que Nhu (Ba Dinh Ward) took advantage of this special occasion to take wedding photos.

The couple took advantage of taking wedding photos during the country's important occasion.

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"We have been in a relationship for 7 years, so we want to take this special occasion to join in the joy of the country. We plan to get married after September 2nd," said Ms. Nhu.

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Parade rehearsal 2.9: Singing patriotic songs

16:18 August 27, 2025

Forces began moving toward Ba Dinh.

From all directions, the parade and marching forces began to move to Ba Dinh Square to prepare for the preliminary rehearsal. In the photo, the police and equipment moved on Lieu Giai Street, to Van Cao, West Lake, then gathered at Thanh Nien Street, preparing for the preliminary rehearsal.

Police force's equipment passes through Lieu Giai street.

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The pedestrian blocks also headed towards Ba Dinh Square.

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At 3:55 p.m., engineering forces and military units from Thuy Khue Street area also began moving toward Ba Dinh Square to prepare for the preliminary rehearsal.

From Thuy Khue street, the pedestrian block also started moving, preparing for the preliminary rehearsal.

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Urgently complete preparations for the parade

15:43 August 27, 2025

Process the recipient to reserve a spot to watch the parade preview

Hanoi police said that at 11am today, August 27, the Mobile Police Force and the Police of Cho Dua Ward (Hanoi) discovered Mr. NVĐ (44 years old, residing in Ba Dinh Ward, Hanoi) accepting to reserve 10 seats for 20,000 VND/seat on Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, next to the wall of Xanh Pon Hospital, serving people who wanted to watch the parade rehearsal.

Police handle Mr. NVĐ for holding a seat to watch A80

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Police handle the person who received the reservation to watch A80

Mr. D. was taken to Ba Dinh Ward Police Station to make a record and handle the act of arranging chairs to reserve seats on the sidewalk and then selling them for profit.

Hanoi Police said that the Hanoi Police Department has directed to resolutely eliminate this situation and since early morning on August 27, police from related wards have been present to ensure security, and at the same time request to end the situation of "reserving seats" for the purpose of personal gain.

15:17 August 27, 2025

Cut off phone signal in entire Ba Dinh Square area from 7:30 pm

To ensure the security of the A80 event, the Standing Committee of the Security Subcommittee has announced a schedule to cut off mobile phone signals in the event area.

Inside Ba Dinh Square

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Accordingly, on August 27, the phone signal will be cut from 7:30 p.m. until the end of the preliminary rehearsal; on August 30, the phone signal will be cut from 6 a.m. until the end of the rehearsal; and on September 2, the phone signal will be cut from 6 a.m. until the end of the commemorative activities.

According to the Security Subcommittee's request, departments and units need to proactively have communication plans during the time when mobile signals are cut off.

14:58 August 27, 2025

Gym teacher volunteers to collect trash

Since the training sessions for the A80 mission took place at Ba Dinh Square, Ms. Dau Thi Thang (a sports teacher at the Ba Dinh Center for Culture, Information and Sports) has been walking along Thanh Nien Street every day to collect trash for people to see.

Ms. Dau Thi Thang collects trash during the days of the A80 event.

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"Because I had the day off from previous training sessions, I took advantage of the time to do something useful. I just hope that everyone participating will be in the best mood possible so that we can help everyone maintain public hygiene," said Ms. Thang.

14:34 August 27, 2025

The happiness of a lieutenant colonel who participated in the parade in 1985

At 2:30 p.m., traffic on Thanh Nien Street is absolutely prohibited, only vehicles performing duties are allowed to enter and exit.

On both sides of the road, thousands of people gathered, spread out mats, chairs, and raincoats, sitting and waiting to see the equipment for the preliminary rehearsal.

Lieutenant Colonel Le Van Dam was moved when he was able to immerse himself in the proud atmosphere of the parade.

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Lieutenant Colonel Le Van Dam, former officer of Division 312, Corps 1, expressed his emotion when he was able to immerse himself in the proud atmosphere of the parade.

Enlisted in 1982, Mr. Dam spent more than 30 years with Division 312, directly participating in combat in Vi Xuyen, Ha Giang (old), now Tuyen Quang province. The colonel said that the parade is not only an occasion to demonstrate the maturity of the armed forces, but also a time to remember the contributions of generations of fathers and brothers who sacrificed their blood and bones for the Fatherland.

Mr. Dam added that in 1985, he was honored to be one of nearly 30,000 people participating in the parade celebrating the 10th anniversary of the liberation of the South. 40 years have passed, witnessing today's "very magnificent" parade, he sees that the country has "changed dramatically".

"To directly contribute, directly fight, and still live to see the Fatherland progress day by day, it is truly meaningful. Looking at each young soldier, both enthusiastic and solemn, each family, each citizen eagerly waiting, my heart is filled with excitement and emotion," he shared.

13:51 August 27, 2025

94-year-old woman brings 120 free chairs to viewers

Although she is 94 years old, an age that is rare in the past, Mrs. Nguyen Thi Le (Phu Xuyen, Hanoi) and her daughter still traveled nearly 40 km to Ba Dinh Square to watch the parade. Not only did she come to enjoy the atmosphere of the historic autumn days, Mrs. Le and her family also brought 120 chairs to give away for free to people watching the parade.

Mr. Le said he went to see the parade to "lie to his elders".

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"I came here to "lie to my elders". I wonder when I will have the chance to see a National Day celebration. I am very happy", Mr. Le shared with Thanh Nien .

The family wants to "give their hearts" and contribute to the community with the smallest actions. The free chairs, although small, bring more comfort and convenience to viewers. Mr. Le and his children and grandchildren brought chairs to distribute to people on Hung Vuong Street and tents serving people on Nguyen Thai Hoc Street.

The chairs were brought by Mr. Le and given away for free to people watching the parade.

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"I have been to President Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, but this is the first time I have seen a parade," said Mr. Le.

His descendants said that he wanted to fully enjoy this historical atmosphere. It was an atmosphere of peace, independence, freedom, and happiness that someone who had gone through both the resistance wars against France and the US like him always cherished.

13:24 August 27, 2025

This afternoon, it is forecasted that there will be no rain in Hanoi.

According to the weather report updated by the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting at 1:00 p.m. this afternoon, from 2:00 p.m. until tonight, Hanoi's weather will be mostly rain-free.

Hanoi this afternoon is forecast to have mostly no rain.

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From midnight to early morning on August 28, there may be intermittent light rain, then the sky clears and becomes sunny.

On August 29, the weather in the capital is forecast to be quite favorable, with little rain. However, from the afternoon of August 29 to the end of August 30, the area will have scattered rain.

During the holiday, on the night of September 1 and early morning of September 2, Hanoi is likely to have light rain, but after 8am on September 2, the weather will clear up, with little chance of rain.

13:18 August 27, 2025

Go "take a seat" to watch the preview from 8am

Thanh Nien - Quan Thanh - Hung Vuong street area will be the place to gather equipment before entering Ba Dinh square, so a large number of people gathered to watch.

A lot of people were present on Thanh Nien street.

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Ms. Nguyen Thi Yen, 57 years old, residing in Nga Thang commune, Thanh Hoa, said that at 2 pm yesterday, she took a bus from her hometown to her son's house in Kim Giang, Hanoi. At 8 am this morning, Ms. Yen, her son, his wife and two young grandchildren rode a motorbike to Thanh Nien street to find a place to watch the rehearsal tonight.

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Ms. Yen shared her feelings when she arrived at Thanh Nien Street early with her son's family.

Being in the capital for the first time on the occasion of an important holiday, Mrs. Yen was very excited. She told her son to buy her a shirt with a red flag and yellow star, "to wear it with spirit".

Ms. Yen said she was willing to wait until 8 p.m., despite the possibility of rain. "My house is far away, I'm old, and it will probably be difficult to come back on September 2nd. This is the only time I can see it, so I have to wait," Ms. Yen shared.

Another group that arrived early was Vu Linh Chi's group of friends (36 years old, residing in Vinh Hung, Hanoi). To get a good seat, some people in the group went "surveying" the night before. Knowing that Thanh Nien Street was where equipment was gathered, the group decided to gather here to be able to fully watch the "unique" moment.

Vu Linh and his friends prepare a colorful tray of moon cakes.

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Ms. Linh's group prepared a tray of moon cakes with bright red colors, shaped like a map of Vietnam, a red flag with a yellow star...

"The tray of cakes represents our love and pride for our country. This is an opportunity for everyone to love their country and compatriots more," Linh shared.

Because the rehearsal was not until 8pm, the waiting time was very long, Linh's group also prepared boiled chicken, bamboo rice... to stave off hunger.

12:31 August 27, 2025

A little girl is lost, authorities are helping to find her relatives

The atmosphere in the central areas of Hanoi is extremely lively. More and more people are coming. In the crowded crowd, a little girl got lost while going to Ba Dinh Square with her family to watch the parade. Currently, the authorities are helping her find her mother.

Lost girl is being assisted by authorities to find her relatives

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12:17 August 27, 2025

The sidewalks of the streets around Ba Dinh Square are full.

At 12 o'clock, the waiting room on Hung Vuong Street was packed with people. The authorities were diverting traffic to allow the parade vehicles to pass. Traffic pressure in the Hung Vuong - Ba Dinh Square area was increasing.

Dividing and clearing the way for vehicles of the parade groups, preparing to march to Ba Dinh Square

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At this time, the rain in Ba Dinh Square has stopped, the weather is more favorable for the parade rehearsal taking place at 8pm tonight.

The rain in Ba Dinh Square has stopped, the weather is more favorable for the rehearsal.

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On the main Hung Vuong street, both sides of the sidewalk were full. People held up signs to welcome the forces participating in the parade.

People held up signs to welcome the forces.

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Field tents appear at the A80 preview

12:00 August 27, 2025

Student volunteers are ready

Along with the authorities, student volunteers were also present at the "hot spots", ready to serve the event. In the photo are student volunteers from Phenikaa University (Hanoi).