Southern Vietnam
Hòa Lộc cát mango
The main harvest peaks around April to June, depending on the year. Xoài cát (cát mango) is fragrant, thick-fleshed, richly sweet and low in fiber; it's great fresh, in smoothies or in fruit tea.
Seasonal Calendar
April: ripe mangoes, white lilies and long holidays
Hanoi turns white with lilies, the South basks in early-summer sun, cát mangoes come into season, and then Cold Food Festival, Hung Kings Day and the Apr 30 break arrive. Here's what to eat, drink and see in April with Nhà An.
Weather across Vietnam
April, summer at the door
April is when the sun clearly picks up across the country. The North leaves the damp spring behind, with warm days and the occasional thunderstorm; the South enters its hottest days of the year before the first rains arrive. A cool cup of tea and a seat in the shade are what many people go looking for.
- North: warm and sunny, no more damp air, with possible showers and thunderstorms
- Central: plenty of sun; the beaches of Da Nang and Hoi An are open for swimming
- South: the hottest time of the year; the first rains usually come at the end of the month or in May
- Central Highlands: end of the dry season, with the first rains starting to appear
April's seasonal picks
April what’s delicious and beautiful
Actual timing can run a few weeks early or late depending on the year and the growing region.
Hanoi
April lilies
White lilies bloom in full from around April to early May. The season is short, so many people head out early to take photos.
Nationwide
Summer greens
Malabar spinach, jute leaves, gourds and squash thrive in the sun. Cook them in soups with a vegetable broth for a light stomach on sticky days.
Mekong Delta
New winter-spring rice
Winter-spring rice in the Mekong Delta is usually harvested from about February to April; a bowl of new-crop rice is fragrant and soft.
Occasions this month
Days worth remembering days
Lunar occasions are marked as lunar and move to different solar dates each year; you can look them up quickly with Nhà An’s calendar converter.
- Mid-April
Chol Chnam Thmay (Khmer New Year)
The traditional new year of the Khmer community in southern Vietnam, lasting three days around April 14; exact dates vary from year to year.
- 3rd day of the 3rd lunar month
Cold Food Festival (Tết Hàn thực)
A day for eating bánh trôi and bánh chay (sweet glutinous rice balls) and remembering ancestors. It falls on April 19 in 2026 and April 9 in 2027.
- 10th day of the 3rd lunar month
Hung Kings Commemoration Day
A national public holiday: April 26 in 2026 and April 16 in 2027. A well-known verse reminds everyone to remember their roots: wherever you wander, remember Hung Kings Day on the tenth of the third lunar month.
- 21/4
Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day
A chance to pick out a good book for the afternoon. April 23 is also UNESCO's World Book and Copyright Day.
- 22/4
Earth Day
A reminder to use less single-use plastic, bring your own cup and pick up a bit of litter when you're out and about.
- 30/4 – 1/5
Reunification Day and International Workers' Day holiday
The long break at the start of summer: many head to the beach, go back to their hometowns or stay in the city. The number of consecutive days off can differ each year.
- 14th of each lunar month
Full-moon night in Hoi An Ancient Town
Lanterns light up the old town and flower lanterns float down the Hoai River; a great stop if you're traveling in Central Vietnam.
At Nhà An
Teas & bites for April
Seasonal items depend on each branch’s suppliers; these are ideas to ask your barista about or try at home.
Mango fruit tea
A seasonal idea: ripe mango over a light tea base, with sugar from 0% to 100% and less or more ice.
Iced oolong and cold-brew tea
Refreshing for a sunny noon, with a gentle sweet aftertaste. Nhà An has a journal article on cold-brewing tea at home.
Vegetarian soups for sticky days
Malabar spinach, jute leaves and gourd in a vegetable broth, no MSG; planned for the vegetarian menu when fresh greens are available.
A reading afternoon
Book Day is a good excuse to sit for a long while with a cup of tea and a book in the Nhà An Cozy Corner.
Suggested activities
April at Nhà An
Our 5 branches are being finished and opening soon. Once the doors open, this is how Nhà An invites you to spend April.
30/4 – 1/5
Stay in for the holiday with Nhà An
We plan to be open 24/7 even on holidays, with staff on duty around the clock. Book a table early for your group of friends.
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21/4
The bookshelf in the Cozy Corner
Shelves, sofas and warm yellow light for a slow afternoon of reading with a cup of tea.
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Sunny days
The shaded Chatter Courtyard
Long tables for 8–12 people, free board games and a leafy courtyard for friends to gather.
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Da Nang
A holiday in Da Nang
My Khe Beach, the Han River and spots near Nhà An Da Nang for a long break.
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Quick tips for have fun on the road getaway
Choosing produce
- Pick cát mangoes with taut skin, a fragrant stem end and a firm feel in the hand
- Leave firm mangoes at room temperature to ripen, and refrigerate only once ripe
- Choose fresh, unwilted bunches of leafy greens, and eat them early for the best taste
Hot, sunny days
- Bring a water bottle or your own cup and drink regularly
- Limit time in the harsh sun from about 10 am to 4 pm; wear a hat or carry an umbrella outdoors
- Go easy on the sugar in iced tea; if you're sensitive to caffeine, ask your barista for a suitable drink
The Apr 30 holiday
- Book your stay and your table early, because peak days are crowded
- Watch the forecast, since thunderstorms and showers can show up suddenly
- Check the latest schedules and information before you go
Quick questions about April
What fruit and produce is good in April?
Hòa Lộc cát mangoes come into season in Southern Vietnam, Malabar spinach and jute leaves are thriving, and the Mekong Delta harvests its winter-spring rice. White lilies also bloom in full in Hanoi.
What holidays and special days fall in April?
Cold Food Festival (3rd day of the 3rd lunar month), Hung Kings Commemoration Day (10th day of the 3rd lunar month), Book and Reading Culture Day on Apr 21, Earth Day on Apr 22 and the Apr 30 – May 1 holiday. Solar dates for lunar occasions change from year to year.
Will Nhà An be open during the Apr 30 holiday?
Nhà An plans to be open 24/7 at all 5 branches, holidays included. Once we open, we recommend booking a table early for larger groups.
Keep exploring the Seasonal Calendar
See all 12 months of produce and holidays, or reserve a table ahead to meet friends when Nhà An opens.
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