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Lanterns and mooncakes in Hanoi
On September 23 and 24, 2026, children in Hanoi saw star lanterns, made toys and learned about mooncakes.
In Hanoi, children enjoyed a special Mid-Autumn Festival. It took place on September 23 and 24, 2026. Vietnam's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism organized it.
The Mid-Autumn Festival is an old tradition in Vietnam. It comes on the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month. In 2026, that day was Friday, September 25. On this night, families look up at the bright moon. A big, round moon is called a full moon.
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lanternnoun
A light inside a cover of paper, glass or plastic that you can carry or hang up.
At the festival, children saw star lanterns.