Beer and grilled squid festival opens in Ha Long

On April 30, the 2nd Ha Long Beer and Grilled Squid Festival 2025 kicked off at 30/10 Square in Ha Long city.

The Ha Long Beer and Grilled Squid Festival 2025 will run until May 3, welcoming visitors to Ha Long City.
The Ha Long Beer and Grilled Squid Festival 2025 will run until May 3, welcoming visitors to Ha Long City.

The festival is part of a joyful lineup of cultural, artistic, and tourism events organized in celebration of the April 30 - May 1 holiday.

Visitors and locals can look forward to enjoying free beer, watching live demonstrations of traditional handmade grilled squid, and savoring this iconic dish, a culinary pride of Hạ Long, once recognized as one of Vietnam’s top 50 specialty foods.

The festival promises a lively, festive atmosphere filled with excitement and unforgettable experiences for all who attend.

By bringing together beer and grilled squid in one culinary celebration, Hạ Long City hopes to send a message to visitors: Ha Long is not just home to a world-famous natural heritage bay, but also a place rich in culture, cuisine, and warm hospitality.

Ha Long city leaders enjoy grilled squid and beer at the festival.
Ha Long city leaders enjoy grilled squid and beer at the festival.
Locals and tourists happily enjoy Ha Long’s signature specialties in a joyful, festive holiday atmosphere.
Locals and tourists happily enjoy Ha Long’s signature specialties in a joyful, festive holiday atmosphere.
The festival attracts lots of locals and tourists.
The festival attracts lots of locals and tourists.

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