1. Overview of Tay Ninh Spring Market 2026
1.1. What is Tay Ninh Spring Market? Unique significance of the event
At the beginning of each year, Tay Ninh Spring Market becomes a familiar meeting place for local people and visitors from all over. Not only a place for buying and selling, this event also holds a strong cultural exchange significance, where the community welcomes the new year together with many positive emotions. This tradition, which has been associated with generations, has contributed to creating a unique mark for the land of Tay Ninh.
The attraction of Tay Ninh Spring Market lies in the richness of its models. The spring flower market area gathers vibrant flower and ornamental plant stalls, serving the needs of Tet decoration. The Tay Ninh leaf market area, in particular, offers a unique experience by using leaves for transactions, preserving the characteristic traditional beauty of the Southern region.
The market space becomes a connection point for gardeners from within and outside the province, where artisans showcase their talents as well as allowing visitors to feel the unique spirit of the locality. Tay Ninh Spring Market is truly a symbol of community cohesion every spring.
Tay Ninh spring flower market in early 2025. (Source: Collected)
1.2. Scale and organization time of the Tay Ninh spring flower market
According to the plan, the Tay Ninh spring flower market will be organized from January 22 to January 28, 2026, stretching along the bank of the Tay Ninh canal, from Tran Hung Dao street to Dien Bien Phu street. The market space is divided into 3 main areas, with over 300 stalls, creating a vibrant multi-colored picture.
With the theme "Spring Colors on Tay Ninh City", this year's event is expected to gather over 500,000 diverse types of ornamental plants. Flower varieties such as yellow mai, peach, chrysanthemum, bonsai, marigold, kumquat, and many other types of flowers will be brought and displayed by gardeners from Tay Ninh, the Mekong Delta, and Da Lat. This large quantity shows the increasing attraction of the Tay Ninh spring flower market for those who love ornamental flowers.
Specifically, the Tay Ninh leaf market will take place earlier, from the 20th day of the twelfth lunar month to the 30th of Tet, carrying a unique characteristic with a transaction method using leaves. This activity not only preserves the traditional values of the region but also brings surprise and delight to those attending for the first time.
The Tay Ninh Spring Flower Market 2026 promises to bring interesting experiences. (Source: Collected)
2. Goods and special activities at the Tay Ninh spring flower market
2.1. Outstanding types of flowers and ornamental plants at the Tay Ninh spring flower market
When entering the Tay Ninh spring flower market, visitors will feel a space filled with colors with many types of ornamental flowers from different regions. Yellow apricot trees stand out with prices ranging from 1 million to 150 million VND per pot, depending on the shape and age of the tree. Especially, ancient apricot trees with wide canopies, blooming evenly, often receive attention from flower connoisseurs.
Besides that, marigold, tiger chrysanthemum, mâm xôi chrysanthemum with prices from 100,000 VND to 150,000 VND per pot are also very suitable for many families. In addition, there are also bougainvillea, kumquat, Crepe Jasmine, bonsai meeting diverse decoration needs. Flowers imported from Da Lat, North Vietnam, the Mekong Delta such as chrysanthemum, rose, orchid... also contribute to making the spring atmosphere richer and more diverse at this location.
According to the assessment of long-time gardeners, mâm xôi chrysanthemum, yellow apricot, and needle-leaf bonsai will be the types of plants most sought after during Tet 2026. This year's Tay Ninh spring flower market is expected to offer diverse choices, from common ornamental plants to high-value artistic works.
Tay Ninh flower market is special with many different types of flowers and plants. (Source: Collected)
2.2. Interesting leaf-based exchange activities at Tay Ninh leaf market
One of the unmistakable characteristics of the Tay Ninh spring market is the leaf-based transaction activity at the leaf market. Here, leaves such as betel leaves, banyan leaves, tham leaves, and other small leaves are used as a "medium" for exchange and trade. This form of commerce is now only found in Tay Ninh, preserving folk cultural heritage while offering a novel experience for tourists.
This year, prices for ornamental flowers have reportedly increased by 20% to 30% compared to the previous season. Small flower pots range from VND 100,000 to over VND 200,000, chrysanthemums and gourds fluctuate from VND 150,000 to VND 4 million per pot. Specifically, yellow mai or special bougainvillea can reach VND 150 million for rare plants.
Gardens in Phu Son (Ben Tre), Tay Ninh city, thanks to favorable weather conditions, have supplied high-quality plants. Many gardens have achieved profits from VND 50 million to VND 120 million per flower season, motivating innovation in techniques and improvement of product quality at the Tay Ninh spring market .
Unique leaf exchange activity. (Source: Collected)
2.3. Handicrafts, gifts, and art at Tay Ninh spring market
Not only ornamental flowers, Tay Ninh spring market also displays many attractive handicraft stalls. Calligraphy paintings with couplets, Chinese characters carrying lucky meanings are carefully handwritten; handicraft products, unique shaped balloon art help enrich the market space.
Gifts and art items such as handmade flower lanterns, zodiac animal miniatures, Tet gift baskets are popular for their traditionality and special souvenir value. People are increasingly prioritizing local products, which are both meaningful and imbued with the cultural imprint of the place.
Local artisans with their talent and meticulousness bring calligraphy works, folk paintings, and fine wood crafts to introduce traditional quintessence, while meeting the modern gift needs of visitors.
3. Community cultural significance of Tay Ninh spring market
3.1. Space for cultural exchange, honoring local artisans
The Tay Ninh spring market serves as a bridge between artisans and gardeners in the Tay Ninh area and neighboring provinces. This is where experts and artisans have the opportunity to meet, exchange experiences, share secrets for caring for and shaping ornamental plants, as well as introduce new creations in the field of ornamental flowers.
Experienced artisans who have achieved success in previous festivals are often invited back to share their career stories and practical experiences. These sharing sessions not only have professional value but also inspire young people interested in flower cultivation.
The event is also an occasion to honor traditional values, awaken and maintain the spirit of creativity, and strengthen the bond of the community of flower lovers. Tay Ninh spring market, therefore, is not just about buying and selling, but also a place to nurture passion and spread useful knowledge.
3.2. Cultural and artistic festival activities at Tay Ninh spring market
The opening ceremony of the Tay Ninh spring market is usually held solemnly with a lively lion dance and the sound of opening drums echoing throughout the area. The presence of city leaders and a large crowd creates an excited atmosphere, joyfully welcoming the new year.
Throughout the market's operating period, many cultural programs, music exchanges, and street art performances are continuously held, adding to the attraction and providing a special cultural experience for visitors.
The spirit of spring spreads throughout the market space, with cheerful laughter mingling with the fragrant scent of flowers. This is the time when the Tay Ninh community expresses its solidarity, sharing joy together as spring arrives.
Many activities take place in the spring flower market. (Source: Collected)
3.3. Economic value and promotion of local tourism through the Tay Ninh spring flower market
The Tay Ninh spring flower market creates a stable source of income for hundreds of gardening households and small traders during each Tet holiday. Not a few people have achieved profits ranging from 50 million VND to 120 million VND per season, creating motivation for the development of the ornamental flower cultivation industry in the locality.
The event also contributes to stimulating consumer demand, promoting Tet tourism activities in Tay Ninh to become increasingly vibrant. Thanks to the increasingly widespread image of the Tay Ninh spring flower market, tourists from many places come to visit, thereby creating a positive effect for sectors such as accommodation, cuisine, and transportation in the region.
The economic value that the Tay Ninh spring flower market brings is not only limited to the consumption of ornamental flowers but also an opportunity to develop sustainable cultural tourism. The locality has leveraged this advantage well, building its own tourism brand, contributing to enhancing Tay Ninh's position on the tourism map of the Southern region.
Exchange activities are bustling at the spring flower market. (Source: Collected)
4. Visiting experiences and must-not-miss things
To fully enjoy the atmosphere at the Tay Ninh spring market, visitors should come between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM or from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM daily. These are the most vibrant times, especially in the days leading up to January 28th when the number of visitors increases.
When choosing ornamental flowers, pay attention to asking about the origin of the plant, carefully checking the roots and foliage, and prioritizing pots with many buds. Buying directly from the garden usually ensures better quality and more reasonable prices. Visitors should wear light clothing and choose flat shoes for easy movement in the large market area.
Negotiating prices when buying in large quantities is common. To preserve ornamental flowers well when taking them home, use newspaper or styrofoam boxes. When moving around, pay attention to the pathways, avoid crowding during peak hours, and use convenient parking areas along the banks of the Tay Ninh canal, near Tran Hung Dao and Dien Bien Phu streets. Especially, if participating in the leaf market, prepare the "leaves" according to the organizers' instructions to fully enjoy this unique trading feature.
5. Other prominent ecological tourist destinations in Tay Ninh
5.1. Ba Den Mountain
Ba Den Mountain is considered the symbol of Tay Ninh tourism, especially in spring when nature turns fresh. The modern cable car system allows visitors to easily reach the mountain peak, enjoying a panoramic view of the land from an impressive height. Spiritual structures such as Ba Den Pagoda, caves, and large Buddha statues create a sacred space, attracting a large number of pilgrims each year.
Nui Ba Den features the statue of Phat Ba Tay Bo Da Son. (Source: Collected)
5.2. Toa Thanh Cao Dai
The Toa Thanh Cao Dai stands out with its architecture harmonizing Eastern and Western styles, making it an ideal stop for sightseeing, offering incense, and praying during Tet. This is also an opportunity for tourists to experience the characteristic pilgrimage atmosphere of the Cao Dai religion in the South and understand more about the unique beliefs of this land.
Tay Ninh Holy See - A famous religious architectural work. (Source: Collection)
5.3. Thien Lam Go Ken Pagoda
This ancient pagoda is a suitable place to offer incense and pray for peace at the beginning of spring. The architecture here is a combination of traditional Buddhism and local Tay Ninh culture, bringing a peaceful space to the heart of the city.
Panoramic view of Thien Lam Go Ken Pagoda. (Source: Collection)
Tay Ninh's 2026 Spring Market promises to be a place that brings rich cultural experiences and many memorable memories. Don't forget to take time to visit to immerse yourself in the vibrant spring colors and feel the traditional values of the Tay Ninh land!
