The event, held on the evening of June 9, featured 1,100 drones forming colorful images of historic trains and iconic landmarks associated with Ho Chi Minh City and the nation's history. This dazzling light show was part of the festival's grand finale, which also included flyboard performances, sailing boats, jet surfing, and other water sports activities.

Under the theme "Ho Chi Minh City - Sparkling Singing River," the drone show depicted meaningful and vibrant images, merging with the lively atmosphere of the water sports and boat parades on the Saigon River.

The 15-minute performance recreated scenes of historical trains and notable structures, delivering a message that Ho Chi Minh City is not only a hub where rivers meet the sea but also a vibrant, festive, and colorful metropolis.

The event also included various water sports performances, stirring up the Saigon River and captivating the audience.

The festival concluded with a parade of water tourism vehicles, marking the end of the second Ho Chi Minh City River Festival in 2024. The event left a lasting impression on both tourists and city residents, celebrating the city's rich culture and dynamic spirit.

Among the visuals was the image of flying storks, symbolizing the ancient and historical journey of the land's development.

Activities such as jet skiing, windsurfing, and flyboarding carried an environmental message, urging the public to protect the city's waterways and refrain from littering.

The festival concluded with a parade of water tourism vehicles, marking the end of the second Ho Chi Minh City River Festival in 2024. The event left a lasting impression on both tourists and city residents, celebrating the city's rich culture and dynamic spirit.

Nguyen Hue