Thousands Brave 13°C Cold for New Year's Eve Fireworks at Lam Vien Square
Chilly New Year's Eve Draws Massive Crowds to Downtown Đà Lạt
As the clock approached midnight on New Year's Eve, thousands of people gathered at Lam Vien Square despite the crisp 13°C mountain air that defines our beloved city during these winter months. According to Thanh Niên, the festivities began around 8 PM on February 16th (the 29th day of Tết), with families bundling up in scarves and warm coats as they made their way through the familiar routes around Xuân Hương Lake.
The scene was quintessentially Đà Lạt – families with small children in tow, couples walking hand-in-hand along the lake's perimeter before settling into prime spots at Lam Vien Square to await the spectacular midnight fireworks display. The cold that might deter crowds elsewhere only seemed to add to the communal spirit, as people huddled together sharing the excitement of welcoming 2026.
Music and Celebration Fill the Mountain Air
The evening's artistic program celebrating the Year of the Snake created a vibrant atmosphere that echoed across the square. According to the report, the festive music drew enthusiastic crowds who cheered and applauded, their voices mixing with laughter that seemed to chase away the mountain chill.
The presence of Hồ Văn Mười, Chairman of Lam Dong Province People's Committee, at the New Year's artistic celebration underscored the significance of this annual gathering for our mountain community.
A True Đà Lạt Tradition
For those of us who call Đà Lạt home, this scene is beautifully familiar. The combination of cool mountain weather, the gentle glow of lights reflecting off Xuân Hương Lake, and thousands of people coming together in Lam Vien Square represents the heart of our city's community spirit. While other places might struggle with cold weather dampening celebrations, here in the "City of Eternal Spring," we embrace these crisp evenings as part of what makes our New Year's Eve celebrations uniquely special.
The enthusiastic turnout despite the 13-degree temperature demonstrates once again why Đà Lạt remains a premier destination for both locals and visitors seeking authentic Vietnamese mountain culture and unforgettable holiday experiences.