- Oct 2, 2025
Mid-Autumn Festival Activities 2025 - Simple Ideas for Kids, Families & Even When Away From Home
The Mid-Autumn Festival is just around the corner - only three days away, perhaps even just a few hours until the full moon night of the eighth lunar month. Whether you're busy with work, far from family, or even celebrating Mid-Autumn 2025 alone, there are always simple ways to embrace the spirit of reunion.
This year, the Mid-Autumn Festival might arrive with sudden rain showers or even storms, but that won't stop us from enjoying a complete moon season in the warmest, most authentic way. This article suggests Mid-Autumn activities that are easy to do and suitable for every situation: from activities for kids, family gatherings, to those far from home or wanting to treat themselves with Mid-Autumn gifts.
>>> Learn more: The meaning and fascinating stories about the Mid-Autumn Festival
Meaningful Mid-Autumn Activities for Those Away from Home or Celebrating Alone
Not everyone can return home to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with family. Some because of work, others due to circumstances, but that doesn't mean you have to spend the full moon night in loneliness. Mid-Autumn activities for those away from home can still be full of meaning - you just need to know how to create space for yourself.
1. Video Call with Family During Their Feast
Technology has erased geographical distances. Wherever you are, a video call with family while they're gathered around the Mid-Autumn feast is enough to feel the warmth of reunion day. Ask them to point the camera at the dining table so you can see each mooncake, each smile - as if you're still sitting there, among your loved ones.
>>> Don't forget to send Mid-Autumn wishes to show warm care!
2. Buy a Small Mid-Autumn Gift Set to Treat Yourself - Create a Cozy Evening
Self-gifting for Mid-Autumn isn't unusual. A cute little Mid-Autumn gift set with handmade items can make your evening special. Light a scented candle, play some Mid-Autumn music, and enjoy delicious mooncakes, warm tea, or tasty snacks - this is also a complete way to celebrate the festival.
A cozy Mid-Autumn space with mooncakes and tea, even when alone
Reference: How to celebrate your own to turn Mid-Autumn into a self-care occasion.
3. Join Fun Mid-Autumn Activities
If you're in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, don't miss the community Mid-Autumn activities happening now. Even alone, you can still immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, feeling the excitement and warmth from the community.
Fun Mid-Autumn Activities in Hanoi:
"Lễ Hội Trung Thu 2025" (Mid-Autumn Festival 2025)
- Location: Vietnam Culture and Arts Exhibition Center, 2 Hoa Lu Street, Hai Ba Trung Ward, Hanoi
- Time: October 2-5, 2025; opening at 7:30 PM on October 2
- Highlights: Street parade ("Full Moon Night Festival"), art programs themed "Moonlight Journey," "Happy Mid-Autumn," "Shining Shooting Stars"
"Vui Tết Trung Thu 2025" (Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival 2025)
- Location: Thang Long Imperial Citadel Heritage Site
- Time and Activities: Display of folk toy themes and traditional festivals from October 1. Special lion dances, making lanterns, masks, and paper kites will take place on October 4 and 5.
Thang Long Imperial Citadel Heritage Site decorated for Mid-Autumn with nostalgic memories (Image: Internet)
Fun Mid-Autumn Activities in Ho Chi Minh City
Traditional Lantern Art Space "Trung Thu Rước Rồng" (Mid-Autumn Dragon Parade)
- Location: PARC MALL – PARC Hall lobby, 5th floor (Parc Mall shopping center)
- Time: August 31 to October 10, 2025
- Highlights: Traditional lantern art space of approximately 400 m², featuring a large dragon among miniature scenes, decor blending traditional and contemporary styles; free workshops (lanterns, Mid-Autumn toys) and parade programs (morning 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, evening 6:00-8:00 PM)
Lantern exhibition at "Mid-Autumn Dragon Parade" causing a social media stir recently (Image: Internet)
Luong Nhu Hoc Lantern Street (District 5)
- Location: Luong Nhu Hoc Street, Cho Lon Ward, District 5, HCMC
- Time: Opens from mid-September 2025 and lasts until Mid-Autumn.
- Highlights: Thousands of colorful lanterns hung throughout the street, traditional and modern check-in spaces, attracting people to stroll, take photos, and buy handmade lanterns.
Mid-Autumn Activities for Kids and Families
For families with young children, Mid-Autumn activities for kids don't need to be elaborate to create joy. The simplest things like decorating the house together, having a small feast, or taking children to watch lion dances can sometimes be the most beautiful memories children remember forever.
1. Decorate a Corner of Your Home
To decorate a home corner for Mid-Autumn impressively, you don't necessarily have to make lanterns from scratch. You can buy ready-made lanterns - from traditional glass paper lanterns to modern designs - then hang them with your child on the balcony or in the living room. Add a few fruit trays with pomelos, oranges, and tangerines arranged as a small five-fruit tray, both beautiful and creating a cozy Mid-Autumn atmosphere at home.
Or more interestingly, you can refer to unique lantern designs that can be used long-term:
2. Have a Small Feast at Home
The simplest family Mid-Autumn activity is gathering around a small feast. You don't need many elaborate dishes - just a few mooncakes, a plate of snacks, a few cups of hot tea, or kombucha. Turn off the lights, open the windows, let the moonlight pour in. Tell your children stories about Uncle Cuoi, Sister Hang, or simply share joys and sorrows from the past year together.
Family gathering for Mid-Autumn feast - memorable reunion moments (Image: Internet)
3. Take Children to Watch Lion Dances and Lantern Parades in the Streets
If weather permits, hold your child's hand and go out to the streets. Group Mid-Autumn games like lion dances and lantern parades often take place in old streets and neighborhoods.
Children will be extremely excited to immerse themselves in the crowd, carrying jingling lanterns, following the brilliant lion dance troupe. This is not only a Mid-Autumn activity for kids but also a way for families to connect with the community, feeling the spirit of solidarity on this traditional holiday.
Mid-Autumn Activities with Friends
Not just a time for family reunions, Mid-Autumn 2025 is also a perfect time to meet friends and share joyful moments amid busy lives.
1. Organize a Small Feast at Home
Invite friends over, each bringing a dish - someone brings mooncakes, someone brings fruit, someone brings drinks. A simple party like this is enough to create a cozy atmosphere. Sit together, chat, laugh, share everyday stories - this is a simple yet meaningful Mid-Autumn idea.
2. Walk the Streets on Mid-Autumn Night
Streets on Mid-Autumn night always have their own special beauty. Brilliant lanterns, gentle moonlight, bustling laughter and conversation. Take some time to walk with friends, visit old streets, take some commemorative photos. This is a way to celebrate Mid-Autumn away from home but still full of emotions.
Mid-Autumn street atmosphere makes everyone excited (Image: Internet)
3. Join Music Events / Mid-Autumn Fairs
Many shopping centers and walking streets organize music events and Mid-Autumn fairs with many interesting activities. You can participate in group Mid-Autumn games, enjoy specialty dishes, or simply immerse yourself in the lively festival atmosphere.
4. Exchange Small Gifts
A small but delicate Mid-Autumn gift will make the meeting more memorable. You can choose a cute little Mid-Autumn gift set, tea gift set, or simply handmade specialty gifts to send wishes and show sincere care.
Small handmade Mid-Autumn gift set but full of meaning
Mid-Autumn and the Spirit of Sharing - Support for Storm Bualoi Victims
This Mid-Autumn is also a moment to share with those less fortunate. This year, Storm No. 10 (Bualoi) has severely affected many families in Central Vietnam - houses collapsed, crops damaged, lives turned upside down.
If you're able, please spare a small portion to donate and support fellow citizens. Each contribution, no matter how small, is a force helping them overcome difficulties and gradually stabilize their lives.
Mid-Autumn reunion is also an occasion for sharing (Image: Internet)
3 Easiest Ways to Donate:
1. Account of the Central Fund for the Poor
- Account name: Central Fund for the Poor
- Account number: V999
- At Transaction Office, Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade (Vietcombank)
2. Account of the Central Relief Committee - Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee
- Account name: Vietnam Fatherland Front - Central Relief Committee
- Account number: 9999992025
- At Transaction Office, Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade (Vietcombank)
Or scan the QR code below:
3. USD Account for Overseas Vietnamese Sending to Vietnam Fatherland Front - Central Relief Committee
- Account number: 001.1.37.193253.8
- At Transaction Office, Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade (Vietcombank)
- SWIFT Code: BFTVVNVX
Mid-Autumn Gifts - Quick Solutions for Last-Minute Occasions
Are you struggling to find Mid-Autumn Festival gifts with only a few days left? Don't worry - CHUS has quick, convenient, and meaningful solutions ready.
1. Ready-Made Mid-Autumn Gift Boxes, Same-Day Delivery at CHUS
Express Mid-Autumn gift delivery is what you need when time is tight. CHUS provides same-day delivery service in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, helping you deliver meaningful gifts on time. From Mid-Autumn gift boxes to personalized handcrafted gift sets - all beautifully packaged and ready for you to give.
2. Mooncakes from Reputable Vietnamese Brands, Convenient Online Ordering
Buying last-minute Mid-Autumn gifts doesn't mean sacrificing quality. CHUS partners with reputable Vietnamese brands, offering delicious mooncakes from traditional to modern flavors. Just order online, and CHUS will take care of the rest.
3. Cute Small Gift Sets to Give Friends and Colleagues Close to the Date
A cute little Mid-Autumn gift set, creative and sometimes not even needing mooncakes. It could be scented candles, notebooks, snacks, or some traditional items that will show delicacy and care. Handmade products from CHUS are not only beautiful but also carry high spiritual value—suitable for giving to friends, colleagues, or relatives.
See details at: Last-Minute Mid-Autumn Gifts? CHUS Delivers in 2-4H!
Conclusion
Mid-Autumn activities don't have to be elaborate—sometimes just one small activity, one delicate gift is enough to fully light up the full moon night. This is not only a time for family reunions but also a moment to share with friends, take care of yourself, and spread joy to the community.
The cultural value will surely be more complete when you let products rich in Vietnamese essence accompany you this moon season. Explore on CHUS to immerse yourself in the space of Handpicked Vietnamese Gifts - meaningful, unique, and emotionally rich gifts from Vietnamese brands for this moon season!
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