Annual tradition

Tết — Vietnamese New Year

Family, fresh beginnings, and a different travel rhythm.

A Vietnamese family preparing bánh chưng together for Tết
Preparing bánh chưng brings several generations together before the Vietnamese Lunar New Year. · Vietpik

Tết is the Vietnamese Lunar New Year. Traditions and celebrations vary across communities. Travel services and businesses may operate differently around the holiday. The overview here describes the tradition; official dates, local programs and business hours must be checked for each year.

References & editorial notes

Original Vietpik editorial. Food photographs illustrate dishes and do not represent a specific restaurant unless stated.

www.vietnam.travel Last updated: 2026-09-27