Why do many tourists choose to watch the Franco-Vietnamese competition at DIFF from the grandstand?

The Franco-Vietnamese competition night at DIFF 2026 promises to be explosive with spectacular performances. Many visitors choose to sit in the stands to fully enjoy the fireworks and artistic performances.

The second night of DIFF 2026, co-organized by Sun Group and Da Nang City, is becoming the center of attention after the explosive opening ceremony last weekend. The "battle" between the French and Vietnamese teams promises to be the highlight of the qualifying round, delivering exhilarating moments that many viewers, after the opening night, believe can only be fully appreciated from the DIFF stands.

After the opening night, what was most talked about on social media and travel groups was not only the dazzling fireworks displays in the Da Nang sky, but also the special experience that spectators felt when they were present in the stands.

"One ticket - two feasts"

“ I used to think watching fireworks was the same everywhere. But sitting in the stands, I realized it was a completely worthwhile experience. From this vantage point, you can see both the stage and the fireworks display in the sky. The blurring of distance made me feel like I could reach out and touch the brilliantly blooming fireworks. Now I understand why so many people choose to buy tickets so early, ” shared Ms. Minh Anh, a tourist from Hanoi .

A spectacular fireworks display at the opening night of DIFF 2026.

According to many viewers, the biggest advantage of being in the viewing area lies in being able to fully appreciate the "works" that the competing teams bring. Each team constructs a complete story through music, fireworks techniques, and performance art. From the viewing area, viewers can fully feel this connection.

From this single viewing position, the audience can also witness an elaborate artistic performance that only takes place along the Han River once a year. This year, the DIFF stage is the largest in the festival's history, nearly 100 meters wide, and features state-of-the-art LED lighting, lasers, and performance effects. Therefore, many visitors describe it as "one ticket - two feasts": enjoying both the top-tier international fireworks competition and a large-scale artistic "feast" featuring many leading artists.

Tourists relax and enjoy the fireworks display from the stands.

Another advantage appreciated by many visitors is convenience. Instead of having to arrive early to find a good spot or jostle with crowds, audience members in the stands have stable seating and a direct view to comfortably enjoy the entire show.

Notably, the cost of experiencing DIFF 2026 from the stands is no longer a major barrier. With promotional programs currently being applied on online platforms, audiences can purchase tickets to watch DIFF 2026 at a savings of up to nearly 30%.

Visitors experience an elaborate artistic performance.

Specifically, customers who purchase tickets on the website booking.sunworld.vn or the Sun Paradise Land app receive up to 20% off the ticket price. Furthermore, when paying with a Visa card, an additional 10% discount is applied (maximum 500,000 VND). This is also why many visitors choose to book tickets early for the upcoming nights of the competition instead of waiting until closer to the event date, especially as the excitement surrounding DIFF continues to grow after the opening night.

France vs. Vietnam: The highlight night of the qualifying round.

Considered the highlight match of the qualifying round, the competition on June 6th, themed "Heritage," will bring together two teams with completely different styles. Vietnam's second representative, Z121 Vina Pyrotech, enters this year's competition as the runner-up of DIFF 2025 and possesses the advantage of understanding local culture. They are expected to offer a modern perspective on Vietnamese heritage, combining increasingly sophisticated fireworks techniques with cultural stories that resonate with the audience.

The second night of DIFF 2026 promises to be another night of explosive emotions.

Meanwhile, the French team is considered one of the strongest contenders for the championship. Known for their highly cinematic performance style and poetic visual language, the French team will tell a story of cultural exchange across different historical periods. In particular, their recent Gold Jupiter win at the Montreal International Fireworks Competition 2025, one of the world's most prestigious competitions, has garnered significant attention for this European "fireworks powerhouse." Against this backdrop, the competition between France and Vietnam promises to deliver another night of explosive emotion on the banks of the Han River.

If you've been to DIFF, try enjoying the festival from the stands. Because the most memorable thing isn't just the fireworks in the sky, but the feeling of fully experiencing one of the most worthwhile festivals on the planet.

Source: https://congthuong.vn/vi-sao-nhieu-du-khach-chon-khan-dai-xem-dem-thi-phap-viet-tai-diff-459563.html