Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam: The Best Concerts & Shows

May 18, 2021 Toi Mattera

Vietnam's bustling largest city sets the cultural and economic pace for the country. The former Saigon boasts charming French colonial architecture and wide boulevards, usually thronged and choked with traffic. Taxis are an option for seeing the sprawling city. The War Remnants Museum shows the Vietnam War through Vietnamese eyes. Don't miss the impressive Jade Emperor Pagoda. Go to the frenetic Ben Thanh Market for food, flowers or frogs. Tour through the Mekong Delta, past rice paddies and houseboats.
Restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City

1. Teh Dar - Lune Production

07 Cong Truong Lam Son Saigon Opera House, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam +84 8 4518 1188 [email protected] http://www.luneproduction.com
Excellent
83%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 245 reviews

Teh Dar - Lune Production

Teh Dar is one of the Vietnamese Bamboo Circus performances. Teh Dar, which means ‘traveling the circle’ in the K’Ho tongue, is an epic tale of the birth-death-rebirth circle of every living being on earth, told with captivating color and flare of Vietnamese tribal culture. Combining breathtaking handling of bamboo, storytelling circus arts, and enchanting live music from authentic tribal instruments such as the Gong, elephant drum, buffalo horn, and T’Rưng, the show depicts a realm of mythical mountains and jungles, tribal life in all its wildness and beauty. Teh Dar is Lune Productions’ newest Bamboo Circus show, yet it had a record-breaking debut year and has been in continuous demand all throughout Europe since 2018 and on into 2020.

Reviewed By 404siumingc - Hong Kong, China

A world class act! Authenticity inspired by Vietnam’s mountain tribal culture, ferocious percussion, wonderfully choreographed, exhilarating acrobatics and superb teamwork, with excellent staging, lights, costumes and everything you would expect from the very best shows anywhere in the world. Anyone visiting Hoi An must go and see this!

2. Truc Mai Music House

104 Pham Viet Chanh Ward 19, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam +84 91 372 43 19 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/trucmaimusichouse/
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Truc Mai Music House

With a great passion for traditional Vietnamese music, Truc Mai music house have been operated by the 3rd generation. Truc Mai music house is just a 5-minute-drive from the city center, standing on a small alley amidst a bustling. Visitors can come, enjoy a traditional music performance and try their hands on over 20 instruments including monochord, stone, bamboo xylophone,...

Reviewed By JMB50 - Sprowston, United Kingdom

We were made to feel so welcome here and were served tea upon our arrival followed by an introduction to the various instruments and then relaxing and listening to them being played. Mme Mai's late husband was internationally known composer and musician and we were entertained by Mme Mai and her son playing various instruments. After the concert we were encouraged to wander around and "play" the various instruments which was great fun.

3. Where You From? Comedy Night

08 Dang Tran Con Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/pg/SevenMillionBikes/events
Excellent
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Where You From? Comedy Night

Looking for a fun night out in D1? In need of a good laugh? Join us at our new venue, Joi Factory, just a 5 minute walk from Sep 23 Park, to see some of the finest comics in Saigon with their take on life. Come out and support Live Comedy in Saigon. From only 150k per ticket. Book a table of 4 Get One Free. TripAdvisor #2 Fun & Games in Ho Chi Minh City lucie_nguyen202011 Cracking up your night "Cosy place, friendly people, undeniably awesome comics, witty jokes and good beer. Who can resist this?" Happiness2569525 SIDE SPLITTING COMEDY NIGHT "Great line up and incredibly funny. Fantastic atmosphere in a venue that added to the flavour of the evening."

Reviewed By Dle3000 - Paris, France

Definitely a good place to enjoy. 4 comedians, mainly Vietnamese, will tell you about their life, the life in Ho Chi Minh City and it is so funny for everyone, just arrived in Saigon or long-timer. Maybe it will be the origin of a future Kim's Convenience like play a la vietnamienne.

4. Carmen Bar

8 Ly Tu Trong Street Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam +84 90 361 85 77 [email protected] http://www.carmensaigon.com
Excellent
55%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 113 reviews

Carmen Bar

In the same house we have a Latino music bar and a fine cuisine restaurant but in two different area and both are run completely separate.

Reviewed By EddieOnTour - Waterford, Ireland

We returned to Vietnam and this was top of our list to visit and we went there the first day we arrived. All the same musicians were there from last time. The music was absolutely fantastic. The management remembered us from our last visit 3 years ago and set up a lovely food platter. The quality of the musicians was phenomenal and we had the most amazing evening. The musicians do 3 – 5 numbers then another musician or group come on for a similar time slot. Drinks are not expensive considering that there is no admission charge. Music varies from Latino style to conventional popular, to French to classical. Definitely worth a visit if you are in HCM.

5. The Touch of Masters' Hands: The Vietnamese Authentic Cultural Show

11 Bis Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 70000 Vietnam +84 90 836 13 68 [email protected] http://www.thetouchofmastershandsshow-saigon.com
Excellent
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Good
14%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

The Touch of Masters' Hands: The Vietnamese Authentic Cultural Show

When it comes to a professional-grade and authentic Vietnamese traditional art show in HCMC, The Touch of Masters' Hands show has become a must-come venue for all art-lovers in town. Whether you're new to Vietnam, a returning-traveler who like to discover the hidden charm of Vietnamese culture, you'll find here the whole world of the different mesmerizing sound from Vietnamese traditional instruments, such as Dan Tranh (Vietnamese Zither), Dan Bau (Monochord), Sao (Vietnamese Flute), Dan Nhi (Vietnamese Fiddle), T'Rung (Bamboo Xylophone), Cong (Gongs) and beauty of vocal and traditional dance waiting for you in an 28-seat small yet intimate place in the heart of Saigon.

6. A O Show - Lune Production

7 Cong Truong Lam Son District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam +84 8 4518 1188 [email protected] http://www.luneproduction.com
Excellent
75%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 2,845 reviews

A O Show - Lune Production

À Ố Show is one of Vietnamese Bamboo Circus performances. À Ố - derives from Làng Phố, which means ‘village and city’. À Ố Show tells a captivating story of the transition from the peaceful life of the countryside to the fast-paced metropolitan life of modern Southern Vietnam. The soul of village life and, in stark contrast, familiar scenes from the city, are beautifully brought to life -- with bamboo! The stunning simplicity of the bamboo props frames an awe-inspiring circus featuring acrobatics, contortion, juggling, and stunting. Throughout the show, both traditional and modern music harmonize richly, performed live with 17 musical instruments. À Ố Show has become a world-renowned circus, critically acclaimed in 11 countries.

Reviewed By 197gabes - Singapore, Singapore

If you only have the time to catch one show in Saigon, it has to be the A O Show. And if you do not have the time, do review your schedule and squeeze it into your travel itinerary as you will not regret it. It is truly an amazing production that is well choreographed, filled with energetic performers and makes creative use of simple everyday objects like bamboo poles and baskets to tell a beautiful story of how life evolves for the people in Vietnam from the village to a modern city. To really enjoyed the show, do go for the ‘Wow’ tickets. It may seem abit pricey, but it also offers the best unblock view from the opera house’s balcony seats. Despite deciding to catch the show just the day before, and having read all the other wonderful reviews of the show we decide to splurge to treat ourselves and were rewarded with great center seats. The returns for those ‘Wow’ tickets were priceless as the whole family were blown away by the breathtaking performance and could not stop taking it after the show. The bonus freebie thrown in has to be an informative 15-20 mins pre-show tour of the Opera House by the production crew. They will share with you the history of the place and it’s significance to the history of Saigon. So with the price of one ticket you get to watch a great show and also at the same time learn abit more about this beautiful and historical building. So do not wait or hesitate, do catch the A O Show when you are ever at Saigon or any city where they are performing.

7. The Mist - Lune Production

07 Cong Truong Lam Son, Dist. 1 Saigon Opera House, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam +84 8 4518 1188 [email protected] http://www.luneproduction.com
Excellent
76%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 189 reviews

The Mist - Lune Production

Follow an emotional narrative that tells of the stories of Southern Vietnamese farming communities and their daily struggles out at the field. This heartwarming story begins with a misty dawn setting and depicts the hardships brought by storms and other natural disasters, as well as the unwavering willpower of the locals to rise above the humble muddy fields, up until the joyous exhilaration felt at during a bountiful harvest. The cast of performers skillfully tell the stories with the movement of their bodies, making use of neo-classical and contemporary dance techniques to connect with the audience. Head over to the Saigon Opera House in Ho Chi Minh, exchange your voucher for a physical ticket, and enjoy an uplifting show that will tell you more about Vietnamese lifestyles.

8. Whiskey & Wares

196 De Tham, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam +84 163 279 4179 https://www.facebook.com/WhiskeyandWares/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 48 reviews

Whiskey & Wares

Whiskey and Craft beer upscale but relaxed and not pretentious bar. Great selection of whiskey and Saigon made craft beer at affordable prices as well as mixed drinks, and Vietnamese-inspired cocktails with locally sourced and homemade ingredients.

Reviewed By 573jamest

A fantastic and trendy little bar. A great selection of local craft beers (Pasteur Street a favourite) and also whiskies and cocktails at a pretty reasonable price (under 100k VND for a beer). Beers very comparable to US/UK craft styles but most much stronger! (8-10%). We chatted with the owner (who is there every night) for about an hour which was great, got a really good insight into expat life in Vietnam and the trials of running a business their! I would highly recommend if you want a relaxed and trendy bar that serves proper alcohol, as opposed to the rubbish on Bui Vein Street just around the corner which is either watered down or just pure ethanol!

9. Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)

07 Lam Son Square Street District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam +84 91 675 30 30 http://www.facebook.com/saigonoperahouse/
Excellent
44%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 4,095 reviews

Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)

Built in 1898 following the “flamboyant” style of the French 3rd Republic, Saigon Opera House was certified a National Relic & one of the top Ho Chi Minh City attractions. The Opera House hosts cultural entertaining performances, bamboo cirque, contemporary dance, orchestra concerts and government events. Come to the front gate to check availability and ticket to a performance in this iconic building.

Reviewed By 627julieb627 - Port Augusta, Australia

AO -an excellent Vietnamese acrobatic show - excellent in a beautiful theatre setting, only 1 hour at a great time of 6pm

10. Water puppet show at Thao Dien Village

195 Nguyen Van Huong Thao Dien Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City 70000 Vietnam +84 8 3744 6457 [email protected] http://www.thaiduongtheatre.com
Excellent
35%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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4.0 based on 389 reviews

Water puppet show at Thao Dien Village

Come and enjoy Vietnamese food at Ngon restaurant Thao Dien Village, visitors can entertain themselves with water puppet show here. The show upholds the culture, the traditions of this country and is acted like normal human beings by the well-trained artists. It highlights the creative bent of mind of the inhabitants of the city. Weekly one show is held from 19:30 to 20:00 every Saturday at Ngon restaurant in Thao Dien Village.

Reviewed By BarbWas - Boxford, United States

We were very pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed this production. The puppetry is done well and the story line is easy enough to understand. The Vietnamese instruments were interesting to see. We bought tickets at our hotel and got excellent seats.

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