Côn Đảo remembers patriot Nguyễn An Ninh on 14 August. The August calendar below also shows lunar dates converted for each year.
Côn Đảo event calendar: 8/2026
02/08/2026
Collective death-anniversary ceremony for the heroes, martyrs and patriots who died in Côn Đảo
On the 20th day of the 6th lunar month each year, Côn Đảo holds a collective death-anniversary ceremony to remember the heroes, martyrs, revolutionary fighters and patriotic compatriots who died during the Côn Đảo prison system’s 113 years of existence. This event has profound historical, cultural and spiritual significance, expressing gratitude to generations who endured imprisonment, hardship and sacrifice for the nation’s independence and freedom.
Annual observance.
Côn Đảo Memorial Temple
Read article: Côn Đảo’s collective memorial anniversary on lunar 20/6: Remembering fallen heroes and patriots
14/08/2026
Commemoration of patriot Nguyễn An Ninh
Nguyễn An Ninh (1900–1943) was a patriot, journalist, thinker and political activist whose influence extended widely across Cochinchina in the early decades of the twentieth century. From public forums in Saigon and newspaper pages advocating freedom and democracy to his final years in Côn Đảo Prison, he left a distinctive mark on the history of Vietnam’s patriotic movement.
Annual observance.
Section A of Hàng Dương Cemetery and Côn Đảo Memorial Temple
Read article: Nguyễn An Ninh (1900–1943): A Patriot and His Historical Legacy on Côn Đảo
27/08/2026
Vu Lan Festival
Vu Lan is an important Buddhist festival associated with the full moon of the seventh lunar month each year. It is a time to remember parents’ care in giving birth and raising children, honor ancestors and cultivate gratitude toward those who have shared life’s journey. In Côn Đảo, the Vu Lan season also offers visitors an opportunity to seek the tranquil surroundings of Vân Sơn Tự, spend time reflecting and reconnect with family.
Annual observance.
Côn Đảo
Read article: Vu Lan on Côn Đảo: A season of filial gratitude and time for family
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How to read the August calendar
Dates on the calendar are Gregorian dates. Vietnamese lunar dates are converted for each year; “annual observance” indicates the remembrance date or main ritual date according to source material. Ceremony times, festive programs, venues and related activities require a separate announcement for that year.
The calendar uses Côn Đảo Express’s cross-checked, published event dataset. Unverified entries are not included. If no data is available for a month, check announcements again before choosing your travel dates.
Further reading before your trip
Learn about Côn Đảo Memorial Temple
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Preparing for your trip
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