Hanoi street gears up ahead of Halloween celebrations
With just half month to go until the annual Halloween celebrations takes place, shops throughout Hang Ma street in downtown Hanoi have been making meticulous preparations ahead of the upcoming festival, with a variety of thrilling toys going on sale.
Originally a European festival, Halloween has since spread throughout the world, with the event falling on October 31 annually.
Over recent years both Halloween and Christmas have become hugely popular festivals for young people in Vietnam.
Thrilling toys for Halloween celebrations such as monsters, skeletons, ghosts, and weapons can be found on sale on Hang Ma street- a well-known market for festive decorations in the capital city,
Shoppers have plenty of eye-catching items to choose from which go on sale during Halloween.
Shops located in Hanoi’s Old Quarter sell a vast range of Halloween items, with prices ranging from tens of thousands to millions of VND.
This year pumpkin-shaped candles are proving to be extremely popular items.
Check-in spots are set up in front of shops, offering customers the chance to take photos.
Scary items seem to prove popular among young people.
Typically, pumpkins are the most sought-after item ahead of Halloween.
There is a vast array of choice for shoppers when purchasing lanterns on Hang Ma street.
On Hallowen Day, school students dress up to join in the celebrations. Source: VOV