Da Lat Cherry Blossom Festival – Spring 2026 to Feature a Series of Signature Events
On the morning of January 9, the Lam Dong Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in coordination with the People’s Committee of Xuan Huong - Da Lat Ward, held a press conference to officially announce the Da Lat Cherry Blossom Festival – Spring 2026.
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This marks the first cherry blossom festival organized by Lam Dong Province following the administrative merger of Lam Dong, Binh Thuan, and Dak Nong provinces, promising to become a new highlight for spring tourism in the highlands.
A New Spring Highlight for Da Lat Tourism
The festival is chaired by the People’s Committee of Xuan Huong - Da Lat Ward, in coordination with Lam Vien - Da Lat Ward, Xuan Truong - Da Lat Ward, Lang Biang - Da Lat Ward, Cam Ly - Da Lat Ward, and relevant units, under the theme: “Da Lat Cherry Blossoms – Where Spring Colors Converge.”
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Through a diverse range of experiential activities, the festival aims to honor the distinctive beauty of cherry blossoms—a flower that has become a cultural symbol, emotional memory, and cherished image for generations of Da Lat residents.
According to the Organizing Committee, the festival is designed as an open cultural space, harmoniously blending culture, arts, tourism, and community life.
The highlight will be the opening ceremony at 7:00 PM on January 16 at Lam Vien Square, featuring artistic performances celebrating the beauty of cherry blossoms and the spring atmosphere of Da Lat.
The opening night will be staged in a semi-realistic performance format, featuring renowned artists such as Diva Hong Nhung, Quang Dung, Hoang Yen Chibi, and PiaLinh.
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A Month-Long Celebration Across Multiple Spaces
The festival will take place from January 16 to February 5, 2026, coinciding with the peak blooming period of cherry blossoms. Activities will be spread across various locations, from the city center to surrounding areas such as Cau Dat, Tuyen Lam Lake, Lang Biang, and Cam Ly.
Art performances, creative experiences, tree-planting activities, promotion of local products, and community cultural exchanges will come together to create a vibrant, emotional, and culturally rich spring landscape.
Promoting Sustainability and Green Values
Alongside artistic programs, the festival conveys a strong message of sustainable development through the tree-planting activity titled “Brilliant Da Lat Spring with Cherry Blossoms,” scheduled for January 18 at the Bich Cau Peninsula.
Residents and visitors will directly participate in planting cherry blossom trees, contributing to the expansion of green spaces and the preservation of Da Lat’s urban landscape.
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Iconic Routes and Experiential Tourism
One of the most anticipated festival spaces is Tran Hung Dao Street, where photography, painting, and street art performances will take place beneath blooming cherry blossoms, combined with creative lighting installations.
These activities are scheduled from January 20 to January 25, offering visitors a lively yet intimate viewing experience.
In addition, the festival will promote local specialty products—including agricultural goods, OCOP products, tea, coffee, wine, and Da Lat souvenirs—along Ho Tung Mau Street from January 23 to February 1.
These activities are designed as story-driven experiences, connecting visitors with local culture and production narratives.
Extending the Festival Beyond the City Center
Festival spaces will also extend to surrounding destinations such as Tuyen Lam Lake, Cau Dat, and the Valley of Love, offering cherry blossom viewing, coffee tasting, agricultural tourism experiences, and community cultural exchanges under blooming trees.
The festival will conclude with a closing ceremony at Da Lat Railway Station, a destination rich in historical and tourism value.
Building the “Da Lat – City of Flower Festivals” Brand
Speaking at the press conference, Ms. Khuc Thi Thoi, Deputy Director of the Lam Dong Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, emphasized that the festival is organized under the orientation of an open, community-based festival, placing residents and visitors at the center.
The event minimizes heavy stage performances while enhancing immersive experiences in natural settings, contributing to strengthening the brand “Da Lat – City of Flower Festivals” and extending visitors’ length of stay during the Spring 2026 tourism season.