Although Christmas isn’t an official public holiday in Vietnam, it’s widely celebrated, especially in Ho Chi Minh City. District 1 comes alive with festive lights, Christmas trees, and joyful decorations. Notre Dame Cathedral is a highlight, drawing crowds for its midnight Mass on Christmas Eve. Popular spots like Nguyen Hue Walking Street and shopping centers such as Diamond Plaza and Saigon Centre dazzle with elaborate light displays and seasonal cheer.