The Grand Ho Tram Strip will host the first Ho Tram Kite Festival above its spectacular coastline from 10am to 5pm on January 1 and 2. — Photo afamily.vn

BA RIA - VUNG TAU (VNS) — The Grand Ho Tram Strip will host the first Ho Tram Kite Festival above its spectacular coastline from 10am to 5pm on January 1 and 2.

The event, held in partnership with the Ba Ria-Vung Tau Culture and Tourism Department, will also other interesting activities.

Ten groups of professional Vietnamese kite artisans will launch more than 150 unique and colourful kites from Ho Tram Strip's 2.2 kilometre beach.

Of particular interest is the "Rokkaku kite battle" that will bring more energy and excitement to the event as flyers try to knock their opponents' kites out of the sky.

Other activities will be offered between December 31 and January 2, including poolside games for kids, carnival girls, stilt walkers in holiday costumes, a street magic crew and balloon artists for kids. The event is free. — VNS