Here you will find a street-level photo essay capturing the heartbeat of Vietnam’s 50th Reunification Day in Ho Chi Minh City, seen through the experiences of locals and visitors alike as crowds, performances, and expectations collide over a day of historical significance.
Read the full 3-part Reunification Day series on my Substack:
Reunification Day — Ho Chi Minh City, April 2025 (Part I)
The morning parades of Reunification Day, April 30th, 2025.
Reunification Day — Ho Chi Minh City, April 2025 (Part II)
Ho Chi Minh City prepares for the Reunification celebration to follow, April 29th, 2025.
Reunification Day — Ho Chi Minh City, April 2025 (Part III)
The final evening of concerts, fireworks, street food, and a drone show during Ruenification Day 2025.