Phu Dong Temple Giong Festival 2027 – The Giong Festival of Phu Dong and Soc temples is an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, honoring the legendary hero Saint Giong who defeated the An invaders. The Phu Dong Giong Festival takes place right in Saint Giong's homeland, renowned for rituals that have been preserved almost intact.
Overview
- Date: 7th–9th day of the 4th lunar month: May 12–14, 2027
- Location: Phu Dong Temple, Hanoi
- Admission: Free
- Key activities: Water procession ceremony, Main festival – reenactment of the battle against the An invaders
Festival Schedule
- Phu Dong Giong Festival: 7th–9th day of the 4th lunar month, corresponding to May 12–14, 2027.
- Soc Temple Giong Festival (Soc Son) takes place from the 6th to the 8th day of the 1st lunar month.
Main Activities
- Water procession ceremony, troop feasting ritual.
- Reenactment of the battle against the An invaders featuring the Flag Master (Ong Hieu Co), the Ai Lao guild, and military commanders.
- Flag dancing, Ai Lao singing, folk games.
How to Get There & Location
- Phu Dong Temple is located in Phu Dong Commune, Hanoi, about 20 km from the city center.
- You can travel by motorbike or car along National Highway 1A toward Bac Ninh.
Visitor Tips
- The main festival day on the 9th day of the 4th lunar month is very crowded, so you should arrive early to secure a good viewing spot.
- Avoid pushing, shoving, or scrambling for blessed offerings to maintain order.
The schedule and activities are subject to change according to announcements from the Organizing Committee. Solar dates are converted from the lunar calendar.
