Phu Day Festival 2027 – Phu Day is the central worship site of Holy Mother Lieu Hanh, one of the Four Immortals in Vietnamese folk beliefs. The "Practices Related to the Viet Beliefs in the Mother Goddesses of Three Realms" has been inscribed by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Quick Summary
- Date & Time: 1st to the 10th day of the 3rd lunar month: April 7–16, 2027
- Location: Phu Day, Nam Dinh (former), Ninh Binh
- Admission: Free
- Key Activities: Opening ceremony, Mother Goddess palanquin procession, Mother Goddess death anniversary ceremony
Festival Schedule
- The festival takes place from the 1st to the 10th day of the 3rd lunar month; in 2027, this corresponds to April 7–16, 2027 on the solar calendar.
- The 3rd day of the 3rd lunar month is the main festival day (the Mother Goddess's death anniversary).
Key Highlights
- Mother Goddess palanquin procession and solemn ritual ceremonies.
- Chau van singing and the practice of hau dong (spirit possession) rituals.
- Word-formation pageant (hoa truong hoi), dragon dance, traditional wrestling, and human chess.
Getting There & Location
- Phu Day is located in the former Kim Thai Commune, Vu Ban District (formerly part of Nam Dinh, now part of Ninh Binh Province), approximately 100 km from Hanoi.
Tips for Visitors
- Respect sacred places of worship; ask for permission before filming or photographing hau dong rituals.
- Be cautious of overpriced "fortune-telling" and "misfortune-dispelling" services.
The schedule and activities are subject to change based on announcements from the Organizing Committee. Solar dates have been converted from the lunar calendar.
