Reunification Day (Vietnam) Countdown 2025
Reunification Day - April 30th (Vietnam)
Reunification Day, also known as Victory Day or Liberation Day, is a national holiday in Vietnam celebrated on April 30th each year. It marks the fall of Saigon (now Ho Chi Minh City) to the forces of North Vietnam in 1975, which signified the end of the Vietnam War and the reunification of North and South Vietnam under Communist rule.
The End of the Vietnam War
The Vietnam War was a long and complex conflict that lasted from 1955 to 1975. The fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975, was a pivotal moment that brought an end to the war and led to the unification of Vietnam under the Socialist Republic of Vietnam on July 2, 1976.
National Observances and Commemorations
Reunification Day is one of the most important national holidays in Vietnam. It is celebrated with parades, fireworks, and various cultural events across the country. The day is an occasion for Vietnamese people to reflect on their history, honor the sacrifices made during the war, and celebrate the unity of their nation. Government officials often give speeches, and there are public gatherings and festivities in major cities, especially in Ho Chi Minh City.