Scheduled to light up the sky for 15 minutes, the fireworks will begin at 9.45 pm on March 31, marking the commencement of this year's festivities on the island.
A beach in Cat Ba
In addition to the fireworks, the festival will feature a Hot Air Balloon Festival on March 30-31, adding to the array of activities celebrating the island's tourism appeal. The event anticipates the participation of thirteen balloons, including three giant multicoloured hot air balloons, six first-class hot air balloons, and a selection of ground-level balloons, promising a mesmerising spectacle for attendees.
Organised by Cat Hai District, festivities will also include a variety of sporting events. Highlights include a men's volleyball tournament, the expanded Cat Hai Dragon Boat Racing Championship, and the thrilling Fastest X Cat Ba Amatina race, ensuring visitors' diverse and engaging programme.
Cat Ba Island saw an impressive influx of three million tourists last year, marking a 29.40 percent increase from the previous year, including 554,000 international visitors.
The island sets an ambitious target to attract 3.60 million visitors this year.
