Hanoi festival of creative design 2026 kicks off

The Hanoi Festival of Creative Design 2026 officially opened on Friday evening, at the eastern square of Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, Viet Nam. Running for 16 days through November 28, this year's edition is held under the theme "Creative Economy," aiming to transform traditional cultural heritage into sustainable commercial and urban opportunities.

The event brings together nearly 1,000 artisans, artists, designers, and experts from across Viet Nam alongside nearly 100 international artists and overseas Vietnamese representing 21 countries. Activities transform five major landmarks into open exploration spaces: Dong Xuan Market, communal houses and heritage sites in the Old Quarter, theatres and historic cinemas, the eastern square of HoanKiem Lake, and Thong Nhat Park.