October Saigon events: Triathlon & more

29 Sep 2011

October events in Saigon include;

Capital Liberation Day – national holiday across Vietnam (10/10, all day);
Unique Triathlon – from Cua Dai Beach all around Hoi An (10-11/10, all day);
Vietnamese Women’s Day – national holiday across Vietnam (20/10, all day);

October 10: Capital Liberation Day
When: all day
Where: all over Saigon
National Vietnamese holiday to commemorate the freeing of Saigon from foreign troops with street parades, children's performances, music and more.

October 10-11: Unique Triathlon
Where: Hoi An
When: all day
This unique triathlon kicks off on the palm-fringed sands of stunning Cua Dai Beach then winds its way into tropical hinterland which is home to many of the country’s major historical treasures, including the ancient World Heritage town of Hoi An. Prices start at US$135 for the Olympic distance or US$20 for a fun run.

October 20: Vietnamese Women's Day
Where: all day
When: all over Saigon
Day designed to pay tribute to the women of Vietnam who fought alongside the men to free the nation from imperial oppression.

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