“Lưu Trăng Phố Cổ 2026”: Rediscovering the Spirit of Mid-Autumn Festival in Hanoi’s Old Quarter

If you are looking for a unique experience while travelling in Hanoi during the Mid-Autumn Festival, “Lưu Trăng Phố Cổ 2026” is an experience worth adding to your itinerary. The programme invites visitors to discover the traditional atmosphere of the Mid-Autumn Festival through folk toys, hands-on craft activities, traditional trades, and a festive lantern procession around Hoan Kiem Lake.

What Can Visitors Experience at Lưu Trăng Phố Cổ 2026?

Rather than simply sightseeing and taking photos, the programme gives visitors opportunities to experience and learn more about Hanoi’s Mid-Autumn traditions.

Highlights include:

Exploring the “Lưu Trăng” exhibition and traditional Mid-Autumn toys.
Joining hands-on folk toy-making workshops.
Discovering the craft of making traditional mooncakes.
Exploring traditional tea culture and knowledge associated with the Mid-Autumn season.
Learning about the art of making traditional lion heads.
Experiencing the Old Quarter Moon Night and its lantern procession around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Discover More Traditional Culture in the Old Quarter

22 Hang Buom Street is one of the key stops, featuring the “Lưu Trăng” exhibition.

*Traditional Mid-Autumn Toys at 22 Hang Buom Street*

Visitors can discover traditional toys once associated with Mid-Autumn celebrations, including star lanterns, carp lanterns, revolving lanterns, sun-and-moon lanterns, lion heads, paper scholars and paper horses.

The venue also hosts Mid-Autumn toy-making workshops, offering a closer look at traditional techniques such as shaping bamboo frames, weaving bamboo, and applying paper.

Key dates:

September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM: “Moon Stories – Craft Stories” talk.
September 11, 2026, at 4:30 PM: Opening of the “Lưu Trăng” exhibition.
September 13, 2026: Traditional Mid-Autumn toy-making workshop.

Visit the Heritage House at 87 Ma May Street

For visitors interested in discovering how the Mid-Autumn Festival was celebrated in traditional Hanoi households, the Heritage House at 87 Ma May Street is another stop worth exploring.

*Heritage House at 87 Ma May Street During the Traditional Mid-Autumn Festival*

The “Đón Trăng” space recreates elements of traditional family life and introduces mooncake-making activities and traditional handicrafts. It is also an easy addition to a walking itinerary through Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

Discover More Traditional Culture in the Old Quarter

Beyond toys and mooncakes, “Lưu Trăng Phố Cổ” introduces visitors to other aspects of Hanoi’s traditional culture. At 40 Lan Ong Street, visitors can discover traditional medicinal tea and agarwood tea. Meanwhile, 2 Le Thai To Street showcases traditional lion-head craftsmanship and works inspired by folk toys. At 28 Hang Buom Street, the “Incense with the Old Moon” space offers another perspective on traditional incense culture and memories of Mid-Autumn celebrations.

*Heritage Site at 40 Lan Ong Street – A Traditional Craft Space in Hanoi*

Old Quarter Moon Night: An Experience Not to Miss

If you want to experience the festive atmosphere of Mid-Autumn Festival in Hanoi in 2026, make time for the Old Quarter Moon Night on September 25, 2026.

Information	Details
Time	7:00 PM, September 25, 2026
Starting point	2 Le Thai To Street
Route	Around the Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian area
Scale	Approximately 1,000 participants and 15 artistic procession groups

One of the highlights is a pair of lantern designs inspired by Pen Tower and Ink-Slab Pavilion. Crafted from wood, bamboo and traditional Vietnamese dó paper, the lanterns bring the spirit of a traditional Mid-Autumn celebration into the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

For travellers, the event is an ideal way to combine Old Quarter sightseeing, a walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and a traditional Hanoi festival experience.

A Suggested Hanoi Mid-Autumn Travel Itinerary

If you have a day to explore “Lưu Trăng Phố Cổ”, consider the following route:

Start at 22 Hang Buom Street to explore the “Lưu Trăng” exhibition and discover traditional Mid-Autumn toys such as star lanterns, revolving lanterns, lion heads and paper scholars.
Continue to 87 Ma May Street to experience the “Đón Trăng” space, learn about traditional Mid-Autumn customs and discover mooncake-making.
Visit 40 Lan Ong Street to explore traditional medicinal tea, agarwood tea and the cultural heritage of Hanoi’s traditional craft streets.
Continue to 28 Hang Buom Street to discover the “Incense with the Old Moon” space and learn more about traditional incense culture.
Complete your journey with a walk through the Old Quarter and enjoy local favourites such as pho, bun cha, steamed rice rolls or Hanoi’s famous egg coffee.

If you are in Hanoi on September 25, save the evening for the Old Quarter Moon Night around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Families travelling with children can prioritise the workshops and exhibitions, where young visitors can have fun while discovering traditional Mid-Autumn toys.
Culture-loving travellers can join the “Moon Stories – Craft Stories” talk for a deeper look at traditional crafts and the memories surrounding Mid-Autumn Festival in Hanoi.

Complete Your Hanoi Mid-Autumn Experience

After a day exploring the Old Quarter, discovering local culture and enjoying the festive atmosphere, a spacious and comfortable place to stay can make your Hanoi journey even more relaxing.

The Five Residences Hanoi offers spacious serviced apartments and thoughtful amenities, making it a comfortable choice for both short city breaks and family stays.