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Hồ Chí Minh's Birthday

📅 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 00:00:00 UTC

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About Hồ Chí Minh's Birthday

Hồ Chí Minh's Birthday is a significant observance celebrated annually on May 19, marking the birth of one of Vietnam's most revered leaders, Hồ Chí Minh. Born in 1890, he played a crucial role in Vietnam's struggle for independence and is celebrated for his contributions to the country's history and culture.

The observance is recognized not only in Vietnam but also by Vietnamese communities worldwide. It serves as a day to reflect on Hồ Chí Minh's legacy, his ideals of independence, freedom, and social justice, and the impact he had on the nation.

Various activities are organized to commemorate this day, including educational programs, cultural events, and public ceremonies. People often visit memorials and museums dedicated to Hồ Chí Minh, and discussions about his life and achievements are common during this time.

Hồ Chí Minh's Birthday is not just a national holiday; it is a reminder of the values he stood for and the ongoing journey of the Vietnamese people towards unity and progress.

Key facts

First held: 1890
Held every: Year
Significance: National leader's birthday

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Learn more about Hồ Chí Minh

Frequently asked questions about Hồ Chí Minh's Birthday.

Hồ Chí Minh's Birthday is observed on May 19 each year.

Hồ Chí Minh is important for leading Vietnam's struggle for independence and shaping its modern history.

It is celebrated with ceremonies, educational programs, and cultural events honoring his legacy.

Yes, it is a public holiday in Vietnam.

You can learn more about him on the [Wikipedia page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ho_Chi_Minh).

Where it's held

Country: Vietnam

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Hồ Chí Minh's Birthday start times in other key cities:

Location	Time
Abidjan	Tue 00:00:00
Addis Ababa	Tue 00:00:00
Ahmedabad	Tue 00:00:00
Alexandria	Tue 00:00:00
Ankara	Tue 00:00:00
Baghdad	Tue 00:00:00
Bangkok	Tue 00:00:00
Beijing	Tue 00:00:00
Bengaluru	Tue 00:00:00
Bogota	Tue 00:00:00
Cairo	Tue 00:00:00
Cape Town	Tue 00:00:00
Chongqing	Tue 00:00:00
Dar es Salaam	Tue 00:00:00
Delhi	Tue 00:00:00
Dhaka	Tue 00:00:00
Guangzhou	Tue 00:00:00
Hanoi	Tue 00:00:00
Ho Chi Minh City	Tue 00:00:00
Hong Kong	Tue 00:00:00
Istanbul	Tue 00:00:00
Jakarta	Tue 00:00:00
Johannesburg	Tue 00:00:00
Kano	Tue 00:00:00
Karachi	Tue 00:00:00
Khartoum	Tue 00:00:00
Kinshasa	Tue 00:00:00
Lagos	Tue 00:00:00
Lahore	Tue 00:00:00
Lima	Tue 00:00:00
London	Tue 00:00:00
Luanda	Tue 00:00:00
Melbourne	Tue 00:00:00
Mexico City	Tue 00:00:00
Moscow	Tue 00:00:00
Mumbai	Tue 00:00:00
New York City	Tue 00:00:00
Rio de Janeiro	Tue 00:00:00
Riyadh	Tue 00:00:00
Saint Petersburg	Tue 00:00:00
Santiago	Tue 00:00:00
Seoul	Tue 00:00:00
Shanghai	Tue 00:00:00
Shenzhen	Tue 00:00:00
Singapore	Tue 00:00:00
Sydney	Tue 00:00:00
São Paulo	Tue 00:00:00
Tehran	Tue 00:00:00
Tokyo	Tue 00:00:00

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🇩🇿 Algeria	Tue 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina	Tue 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh	Tue 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil	Tue 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China	Tue 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia	Tue 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt	Tue 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia	Tue 00:00:00
🇫🇷 France	Tue 00:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany	Tue 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India	Tue 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia	Tue 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran	Tue 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italy	Tue 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan	Tue 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya	Tue 00:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico	Tue 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar	Tue 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria	Tue 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan	Tue 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines	Tue 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia	Tue 00:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa	Tue 00:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain	Tue 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand	Tue 00:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom	Tue 00:00:00
🇺🇸 United States	Tue 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam	Tue 00:00:00