Plan your weekend trip to Hai Duong during one of the city's cultural festivals and immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of the region. The Hai Duong Firecracker Festival, held annually in March, is a spectacle not to be missed. Watch as locals light firecrackers to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck for the coming year. Another popular festival is the Con Son-Kiep Bac Spring Festival, held in the first lunar month. Experience traditional music and dance performances, as well as colorful parades. Don't forget to try the local delicacies that are prepared specially for these festivals, such as banh chung and gio cha.
