The capital city has unveiled detailed plans for the grand military and civilian parade on September 2, marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and Vietnam’s National Day.

The event will begin at 6:30 a.m. at Ba Dinh Square, where senior leaders, officials, and invited guests will gather. After passing the grandstand, parade contingents will split into seven different routes through Hanoi’s central streets. Around 30,000 participants  -  not including parade formations  -  are expected to join the celebrations.

Viewing & Access: While the square will be reserved for invited guests, residents can watch along the parade routes or via 270 large LED screens installed across the city. Authorities have urged the public to follow security guidelines and instructions from event staff.

Assembly Points:

Military units (on foot): Phan Dinh Phung and Hoang Hoa Tham streets
Military static displays: Bach Thao Park
Police units: Phan Dinh Phung Street
Mass organizations: Quan Thanh Street
Armored vehicles: Intersection of Hung Vuong – Phan Dinh Phung near Thanh Nien and Nghi Tam
Public attendees: Bac Son Street, Ton That Dam – Doc Lap intersection

Main Exit Routes After Passing Ba Dinh Squarea:

Ceremonial flag unit: Nguyen Thai Hoc – Trang Thi – Trang Tien – August Revolution Square
Military and police blocks: Various routes leading to Quan Ngua Stadium, Thong Nhat Park, and other assembly points
Mounted police: Le Hong Phong – Ngoc Ha – Bach Thao Park
Red flag formation: Le Hong Phong – Doi Can – Giang Van Minh – Kim Ma – Lieu Giai – Quan Ngua Stadium
Cultural and sports blocks: Hang Chao Alley to Hang Day Stadium
Armored and tracked vehicles: Ministry of National Defense
Wheeled vehicles: Various routes leading to the F1 racetrack area

Evening Celebrations

Hanoi will host fireworks at five locations on the evening of September 2: Hoan Kiem Lake, Thong Nhat Park, Van Quan Lake, My Dinh National Stadium, and West Lake.

This year’s celebration will also feature aerial flyovers, naval displays, and cultural performances, with participation from military units of Laos and Cambodia.

Tran Thuong