Hoi An Memories Show Tickets with Lantern Release on Boat

This all-in-one cultural evening combines a riverboat journey, immersive street performances, Vietnam’s largest open-air theatre show, and a double lantern release ritual on the Hoai River.

Getting started

Meet at Bach Dang Wharf in Hoi An’s Old Town, where you’ll board a traditional long-tail boat across the Hoai River to Hoi An Memories Land—a riverside cultural theme park on an island. After check-in, transfer to the island and enter the park at opening time to start exploring and watching the mini shows before the main show kicks off at 8pm.

What to expect

• Hoi An Memories Land: A vibrant theme park styled like an ancient town, complete with lantern-lit alleys, market scenes, and mini shows.

• Mini shows: Enjoy cultural snippets like Viet Phuc, Nguyen Lord Recruited Soldiers, and Trai Ho Fighting the Tiger as performers animate the streets.

• Hoi An Memories Show: In the open-air theatre, over 500 performers present a five-act spectacle, weaving 400 years of Hoi An’s history through music, dance, and light.

• Seating options: Choose Eco (front or side views), High (central elevated views), or VIP (covered seating, private pathways, chilled towel, fruit, and bottled water).

• Lantern release: After the show, return to your boat and drift on the Hoai River. First, set lily-flower lanterns afloat, then release glowing fire lanterns into the sky—a serene, symbolic finale to your evening.

Hoi An Memories Show Tickets with Lantern Release on Boat

Immerse yourself in one of Vietnam’s most breathtaking cultural experiences with the Hoi An Memories Show, a spectacular open-air performance featuring 500 actors, stunning choreography, and dazzling visual effects. This experience includes a scenic boat ride along the Thu Bon River, entrance to the enchanting Hoi An Memories Land theme park, and premium seating options that let you choose the view you prefer. Combining heritage storytelling, artistic brilliance, and serene waterways, this evening experience captures the spirit, history, and emotional beauty of Hoi An like no other.

Beginning with a Tranquil Lantern Boat Ride

Your journey begins at Bach Dang Wharf, where you board a traditional long-tail boat and drift peacefully along the river, surrounded by floating lanterns and shimmering reflections from the ancient town. The calm waters, gentle breeze, and glowing lantern lights create a dreamlike atmosphere. Guests can release their own lantern onto the water—a symbolic gesture representing hope, blessings, and good fortune in Vietnamese culture.

Exploring Hoi An Memories Land

After the boat ride, you enter Hoi An Memories Land, a vibrant cultural theme park designed to recreate the beauty of Vietnam’s historical eras. The park is filled with mini-performances, interactive exhibits, and atmospheric sets replicating village life, traditional markets, and ancient architecture. Visitors can explore small shows such as Lua Oi and Trang Tí, watch folk dances, and enjoy regional music played on traditional instruments. With glowing lantern displays and picturesque pathways, the park offers endless opportunities for memorable photography.

Experiencing the Grand Hoi An Memories Show

The highlight of the evening is the Hoi An Memories Show, a world-class theatrical masterpiece that retells 400 years of Hoi An’s history through dance, storytelling, sound, and light. Performed on a massive outdoor stage, the show features hundreds of performers whose synchronized movements, vibrant costumes, and captivating energy bring ancient legends and historical chapters to life. From royal processions to seafaring merchants, heroic battles, and emotional love stories, the performance captures the essence of Hoi An’s cultural heritage.

Choosing Your Ideal Seating Option

The show offers three seating categories—Eco, High, and VIP—allowing guests to personalize their viewing experience. Eco seats provide an affordable yet enjoyable view with a good perspective of the stage. High seats offer central, elevated views for enhanced visibility. VIP seats include covered sections, private walkways, comfortable seating, fresh fruit, and bottled water, ensuring an elevated, luxurious experience.

Celebrating Vietnamese Culture and Timeless Traditions

This entire experience highlights the beauty of Vietnamese identity, from ancient rituals and cultural pride to artistic mastery and community traditions. Visitors gain a deeper understanding of Hoi An’s significance as a historical trading port influenced by diverse cultures including Chinese, Japanese, and Cham heritage. The combination of lanterns, music, storytelling, and scenic ambience makes this evening truly unforgettable.

Tour Highlights

• Scenic lantern boat ride from Bach Dang Wharf
• Entry to Hoi An Memories Land cultural theme park
• Watch the world-famous Hoi An Memories Show with 500 performers
• Choose from Eco, High, or VIP seating options
• Enjoy folk dances, market scenes, mini-shows, and lantern pathways