Ho Chi Minh City: Locals and tourists enthusiastically celebrate the Lunar New Year on the third day of Tet.

On February 19th (the third day of the Lunar New Year), the festive atmosphere in Ho Chi Minh City continued to be vibrant, with many tourist attractions and entertainment venues recording a high increase in visitors.

Tourist areas organize many activities to welcome visitors to enjoy themselves during the New Year holiday.

According to reporters from the News and Ethnic Groups Newspaper, from early morning, locals and tourists flocked to amusement parks and popular tourist attractions to enjoy the first days of the new year holiday.

At Suoi Tien Cultural Tourist Area, the number of visitors on the third day of Tet increased significantly compared to the first and second days. The amusement areas, art performance stages, and spring-themed landscapes were bustling with activity. Many families chose Suoi Tien as a place to have fun, combining sightseeing and taking souvenir photos.

Children had a blast playing at the tourist resort on the third day of Tet (Lunar New Year).

To accommodate the increased number of visitors during the Lunar New Year holiday, Suoi Tien Cultural Tourist Area has proactively increased staffing in all departments, from ticket sales and tour guides to game operators and security personnel.

Security measures, visitor flow management, and safety control at amusement parks have been tightened. In addition, staff are on constant duty to assist and guide visitors, contributing to a safe, civilized, and fulfilling Lunar New Year celebration for residents and tourists.

Tourists line up to buy tickets to participate in the games.

Similarly, Dam Sen Cultural Park also recorded a high number of visitors on the 3rd day of the Lunar New Year. The water park, thrill rides, and art performance area attracted a large number of young people. The lively atmosphere, filled with laughter and conversation, mixed with the spirit of spring, created a vibrant picture during the first days of the new year.

The horse mascot is quite eye-catching in the New Year's festival activities in Ho Chi Minh City.

In the central area, Nguyen Hue Flower Street continues to be a popular destination. Crowds flock there to visit and take photos, often making the area extremely busy. The elaborately designed displays, imbued with the spirit of spring, attract numerous domestic and international tourists who come to take pictures.

The area around the main entrance of Nguyen Hue Tet Flower Street is always crowded with people waiting to take photos.

Meanwhile, the area in front of Ben Thanh Market was also bustling with visitors and shoppers. Many souvenir and local specialty stalls were crowded with people coming and going. According to observations, the number of international visitors has started to increase again, contributing to the vibrant atmosphere of the city's iconic market.

Tourists take souvenir photos at the beginning of the new year 2026.

Young people enthusiastically visited and took photos at the Diamond Plaza shopping center.

The brightly decorated spaces at amusement parks have become a favorite check-in spot for many young people on the third day of Tet (Lunar New Year).

   

Source: https://baotintuc.vn/anh/tp-ho-chi-minh-nguoi-dan-du-khach-ron-rang-du-xuan-trong-ngay-mung-3-tet-20260219132835083.htm