One week before the official celebrations, the Ba Dinh Square area—where the parade will be staged—was already crowded with residents dressed in ao dai, Vietnam’s traditional attire, taking photos early Sunday morning before 6 a.m.

Vietnam’s National Day on September 2, 2025, also marking the country’s 80th anniversary, promises a spectacular celebration in Hanoi! Last Saturday, a large-scale parade rehearsal was held around Hoan Kiem Lake in the heart of the Old Quarter, giving a sneak peek of the upcoming festivities.