On the evening of December 24, thousands of people in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi poured into brightly decorated streets and churches to celebrate Christmas together, filling the air with joy and festivity. Ho Chi Minh City: Streets alive with light and laughterBy 7:30 p.m., major streets leading to Notre Dame Cathedral in downtown Saigon were jammed with traffic. Along Nguyen Du Street, locals sat on low stools outside coffee shops, sipping drinks while soaking up the festive atmosphere. “Christmas this year feels especially meaningful,” said Mr. Tam, who came with his family to join the celebration. “I’ve come here every year for Christmas,” said Diep Anh, standing near the cathedral gates.

Source: VietNamNet News December 24, 2025 17:33 UTC