Hung Kings' Commemoration Day
Nationwide public holiday in Vietnam · Ngày Giỗ Tổ Hùng Vương
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 April | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 27 April | Monday | Hung Kings' Commemoration Day (observed) Observed day off for Hung Kings' Commemoration Day (Sun 26 Apr) |
| 2027 | 16 April | Friday | Nationwide |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Vietnam.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Fri 16 Apr – Sun 18 Apr is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Hanoi around 16 April: high 31°C (87°F), low 21°C (69°F), rain on 43% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Hanoi. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 16 April in Hanoi: (MET Norway)
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.