road closures and drone shows around D1 on holidays

If you're here around a big holiday, expect closures near the river and Nguyen Hue.

April 30 2025 (the 50th anniversary) and Sept 2 had big events and drone shows on the Saigon river. Many years there are fireworks at New Year and Tet too.

D1 roads get closed off, so Grab drop-offs end up a few blocks away. Just walk.

Airport is packed over Tet, Apr 30 to May 1 and Sept 2. Leave extra time for ho chi minh airport to district 1 on those days.

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  • Lv.2saigon_sunset
    watched one from the riverside, was honestly amazing. get there early
  • Lv.2riverboat_rosa
    saigon river at night is lovely even without a show

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