NIMO CALENDAR

Events worth considering, in one clear calendar.

Mother-and-baby fairs, parent classes, health programmes, and family activities in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

↻ Schedules can change · Always confirm on the official page before registering or travelling

Aug 19Parent classes

TP.HCMRecurring programme

FV Antenatal Class – August 2026 Schedule

A five-session programme led by an anaesthetist, nutrition specialist, midwives, physiotherapists and a psychologist, spanning pregnancy preparation, birth and newborn care.

Session 3: Wednesday 19 August 2026, 14:00–17:00; session 4 runs Tuesdays and session 5 on the Tuesday after session 4 under the August table. Call to confirm an available session before attending.Room 541, Level 5, Building F, FV Hospital, 6 Nguyen Luong Bang Street, Tan My Ward, Ho Chi Minh CityVND 1,950,000 for the five-session package; call (028) 3511 3333 to confirm registration and availability.

Official information ↗Register ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11

Oct 01Fairs

Hà Nội

11th Hanoi Book Fair 2026

A four-day fair under Plan 62/KH-UBND, with displays on Thang Long–Hanoi, science and technology, plus digital collections; families can browse books and explore reading culture together.

Scheduled for 1–4 October 2026; opening ceremony at 20:00 on 2 October. Check the official notice before visiting.Dinh Tien Hoang Street from Hang Khay to Ngoc Son Temple; opening at 47 Hang Dau Street, HanoiAdmission policy is not stated in the plan; check with the organiser.

Official information ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11

Nov 19Fairs

TP.HCM

CBME Vietnam 2026 – International Children, Baby and Maternity Fair

A maternity-and-baby products and services exhibition covering nutrition, hygiene, care, strollers, car seats, furniture and educational toys; the official page lists both trade visitors and parents among attendee groups.

19–21 November 2026, 09:00–17:00. Check the official notice and visitor-registration conditions before attending.SECC, 799 Nguyen Van Linh Street, District 7, Ho Chi Minh CityAdmission pricing is not yet clearly published; register as a visitor and check conditions before attending.

Official information ↗Register ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11

↻Family & culture

Hà NộiRecurring programme

Daily Programmes – Vinpearl Aquarium Times City

The official programme includes mermaid shows, penguin feeding and scheduled animal-viewing sessions, letting families choose one short activity around a child's rhythm.

Runs daily at multiple times; schedules may change, so check the official page on the day of your visit.Vinpearl Aquarium, Vincom Mega Mall Times City, 458 Minh Khai Street, HanoiAquarium admission is required; confirm at the desk whether any programme has an extra charge.

Official information ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11

↻Family & culture

TP.HCMRecurring programme

“Idol Zoobiz” Animal Parade – Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens

A recurring animal parade inside Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens that families can pair with a shorter zoo visit.

The second and fourth Sunday of each month under the current schedule. Time and route can change for weather or animal care; check before visiting.Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 2 Nguyen Binh Khiem Street, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh CityNo separate programme fee is published; zoo admission applies and should be confirmed before visiting.

Official information ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11

↻Family & culture

Hà NộiRecurring programme

Marine Animal Presentation – Lotte World Aquarium Hanoi

A 15-minute main-tank programme introducing marine animals and their food, followed by a diver feeding presentation; the operator lists no age restriction.

Daily at 11:30 and 16:00 under the current schedule; times may change, so check before visiting.Ocean Square, Lotte World Aquarium Hanoi, B1–B2 Lotte Mall West LakeThe programme is free after aquarium admission; an aquarium ticket is required.

Official information ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11

↻Health

Hà NộiRecurring programme

Recurring Antenatal Class – Hanoi French Hospital

A small-group class led by obstetricians, paediatricians, midwives and nutrition specialists, covering labour, birth, breastfeeding, newborn skin and jaundice, and postpartum challenges.

The hospital has published this as a recurring programme, but the reference page currently shows its 2025 schedule. Call to confirm a 2026 session before attending.Hanoi French Hospital, 1 Phuong Mai Street, Kim Lien Ward, HanoiContact the hospital; some maternity packages include free participation.

Official information ↗Register ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11

↻Parent classes

TP.HCMRecurring programme

Recurring Antenatal Class – Hoan My Sai Gon Hospital

A recurring class for expectant mothers and companions covering medical guidance on pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery and newborn care; topics vary by session.

The hospital confirms this as a recurring programme, but has not published a post-11-August-2026 session. Follow official channels and confirm the date and time before attending.Hoan My Sai Gon Hospital, 60–60A Phan Xich Long Street, Cau Kieu Ward, Ho Chi Minh CityThe next session’s fee and conditions are not yet published; confirm with the hospital before registering.

Official information ↗Register ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11

↻Family & culture

Hà NộiRecurring programme

Daily Water Puppet Performances – Thang Long Theatre

Performances combine water puppets, traditional instruments, singing and lighting; the seated format is better for children around 2–3 who are used to watching shows.

Performed daily, usually 5–7 shows; exact times vary by day, so check and book in advance.Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, 57B Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Hoan Kiem Ward, HanoiPaid; prices and child-ticket rules depend on the performance, so check when booking.

Official information ↗Register ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11

↻Health

TP.HCMRecurring programme

FV Thomson Maternity Department Tour

A pre-booked tour limited to six visitors per slot, allowing families to see antenatal, delivery and inpatient areas before making birth plans.

Monday–Friday: 10:00, 14:00 and 15:00; Saturday: 09:30 and 10:30. Recurring slots can change; register and reconfirm before attending.FV Thomson Maternity Department, FV Hospital, 6 Nguyen Luong Bang Street, Tan My Ward, Ho Chi Minh CityThe official page does not state a fee; call (028) 3511 3386 to register and confirm before attending.

Official information ↗Register ↗

Checked · 2026-08-11