Giong Festival at Soc Son

Hội Gióng Sóc Sơn

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Religious & SpiritualSoc Son

DatesDates TBA · Usually FebruaryCheck locally before booking

Duration3 daysListed event span

CrowdSmallAbout 45,000 people

Best forCeremony, pilgrimageThe festival is one half of the

LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: VND

CategoryReligious & SpiritualFestival type

The story

Giong Festival at Soc Son in Soc Son

Giong Festival at Soc Temple in Soc Son district, Hanoi, runs from the sixth to eighth days of the first lunar month, honoring Saint Giong, the legendary boy-hero believed to have defeated foreign invaders before ascending to heaven at nearby Soc Mountain. The event is one half of a paired UNESCO-recognized tradition shared with Phu Dong village.

Among the four immortals central to Vietnamese folk belief, Saint Giong holds a place tied specifically to the defense of the homeland.

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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The festival is one half of the UNESCO-inscribed Giong Festival tradition, paired with the Phu Dong celebration at Saint Giong's birthplace

The mystery stays covered

Soc Temple marks the spot where legend holds he ascended after victory

The city starts moving

Rituals include a procession of ceremonial offerings, an incense-offering ceremony, the ritual bathing of the saint's statue, and a bamboo flower offering ceremony, each reenacting elements of the myth rather than functioning as generic temple worship

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The festival draws tens of thousands of visitors within its three official days, with 2026 attendance projected above 45,000, reflecting its standing as one of Hanoi's most attended lunar New Year events alongside Co Loa and other Red River Delta temple festivals

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The festival reenacts the legend of Saint Giong

Water and renewal

Living ritual

a child who is said to have grown instantly into a warrior

The sacred route

Living ritual

ridden an iron horse into battle against invaders

The local code

Living ritual

and ascended to heaven at Soc Mountain after victory

Tradition 5

Living ritual

Rituals such as bathing the saint's statue and offering bamboo flowers are symbolic gestures tied directly to this myth rather than generalized Buddhist or folk practice

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually February

Getting around

Move patiently around ceremony routes and leave space for worshippers and participants.

What to wear

Modest, temple-appropriate clothing covering shoulders and knees, plus warm layers for early February mornings in northern Vietnam, which can be cold and misty.

Safety

Watch local behavior before photographing, filming, or entering sacred spaces.

Where to stay

Stay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Tickets/cost

Public ritual moments are often free, but donations, transport, or temple access may vary.

Language/currency

VND

Family friendly

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Interactive map21.26 N, 105.85 E Open in Google Maps

Soc Son, Hanoi, Vietnam

Nearest airportHAN — Noi Bai

TransportMove patiently around ceremony routes and leave space for worshippers and participants.

Stay areaStay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Soc Son via local transport.Search routes Find a place to stayStays near Soc Son, close enough for the event-day route.Browse stays Find flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for February.Compare fares Festival gearModest, temple-appropriate clothing covering shoulders and knees, plus warm layers for early February mornings in northern Vietnam, which can be cold and misty.Shop the kit Check visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Vietnam and apply online.Check entry rules Travel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Giong Festival at Soc Son?

Giong Festival at Soc Son is listed for Past edition: 22–24 February 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Giong Festival at Soc Son take place?

The festival is listed in Soc Son, Vietnam. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

3 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Soc Son, Hanoi, Vietnam

How big is it?

Small: 45000

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually February

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Giong Festival at Soc Son

Giong Festival at Soc Son in Soc Son

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The mystery stays covered

The city starts moving

The water draws everyone in

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Water and renewal

The sacred route

The local code

Tradition 5

Essential information

When to go

Getting around

What to wear

Safety

Where to stay

Tickets/cost

Language/currency

Family friendly

Soc Son, Hanoi, Vietnam

Your Trip Starts Here

Quick answers.

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

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