Many young people and visitors appeared in spooky, quirky costumes, creating a vibrant and colorful night of masquerade.
At Nguyen Hue pedestrian street, foreign tourists arrived early in standout outfits, drawing attention and interacting with locals.
American visitor Belly said he enjoyed taking photos with children. “Halloween in Vietnam is wonderful, no different from in my country. With this costume, I am happy that both adults and children ask to take photos with me,” he said.
Most foreign visitors opted for simple costumes that still made an impression.
Makeup services for “ghostly” face paint on Nguyen Hue Street attracted large crowds, priced from VND 50,000 (approximately USD 2) to VND 100,000 (approximately USD 4) per face.
Although Halloween originated in the West, it is increasingly becoming a popular event in Vietnam, attracting those who enjoy a mysterious and eerie atmosphere.
Many children were dressed up by their parents as adorable “little monsters” to join the festivities.
A spooky yet bustling scene also covered Bui Vien Walking Street in Ben Thanh Ward, which has become a major attraction for foreign tourists every Halloween.
Two foreign visitors dressed as vampires added a striking highlight to the celebration, while many young people dressed as ghosts, zombies and horror characters, adding color and uniqueness to the event.
An Australian tourist said: “It is so much fun. The atmosphere here is livelier and more energetic than ever. I will return to Vietnam for my next holiday.”
Halloween fell on a weekend this year, drawing even more visitors to nightlife hotspots. The later it got, the busier and more energetic Bui Vien Street became.