The opening ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
The festival is held on the occasion of the 63rd anniversary of the city’s Liberation Day, which falls on May 13.
The festival will also include a carnival parade and art performances by both domestic and foreign troupes.

In addition, a low-range display of fireworks was organised during the gala night at the opening ceremony.
Initiated in 2011, the Flamboyant Flower Festival has become a recognised festival of Hai Phong, symbolising and praising the land and people of this land.