Held at Bai Dinh Pagoda - a revered spiritual complex nestled in the limestone mountains of Gia Vien District, Ninh Binh Province - the spring festival has become an enduring cultural tradition, celebrating not only Buddhist faith but also national history and Vietnamese heritage.

The opening ceremony featured traditional rituals including incense offerings, drum and bell ringing, and homage to ancient sages and national heroes. Dignitaries from both religious and local government bodies were present to inaugurate the event.

Running throughout the early months of spring, the festival includes a wide range of activities:

• Pilgrimage and prayer ceremonies at key sacred sites within the Bái Đính complex
  
  

• Performances of traditional music and folk games
  
  

• Cultural exhibitions and displays of Vietnamese calligraphy, sculpture, and heritage
  

With its impressive architecture and numerous records - including Vietnam’s largest bronze Buddha statue and longest Arhat corridor -  Bai Dinh Pagoda offers a unique setting for spiritual reflection and cultural immersion.

According to organizers, the festival attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, with many arriving in the first weeks of the lunar calendar to pray for peace, prosperity, and health in the new year. Authorities have arranged additional transportation, security, and sanitation measures to accommodate the growing crowds.

For many, the Bai Dinh Spring Festival represents more than a religious observance - it is a time to reconnect with traditions, experience community, and begin the year with mindfulness and intention.

The festival is expected to continue through late March, depending on the lunar calendar, with peak attendance during the first lunar month.