Glitzy Saigon Marina IFC Tower got its moment as Vietnam celebrates Lunar New Year
During Lunar New Year’s Eve celebrations (Tet festivities), the skyline of Vietnam’s southern metropolis Ho Chi Minh City lit up in spectacular fashion as a dazzling fireworks display was launched from the top of Saigon Marina IFC.
Saigon Marina IFC, an emerging landmark, reflects Ho Chi Minh City’s pioneering spirit. Designed to become the heart of the city’s International Financial Center, the new architectural icon along the Saigon River opened in August 2025. It is envisioned not only as a premium commercial complex, but as a central platform supporting financial institutions and international offices.
With 55 floors, Saigon Marina IFC is one of the city’s tallest buildings and is directly connected by the new metro to the historical center. Skygardens cover floors 35 to 43 while a sky-deck crowns the building including bars and restaurants.
Reflecting over the Saigon River, the firework show marked the arrival of the New Year. The moment was however more than a celebration of light. It marked an emotional milestone, as the new symbol of the city rose and shone across the Saigon skyline.
Set in the historic Ba Son district—once the industrial and maritime heartbeat of the city for more than two centuries—Saigon Marina IFC now stands as a convergence point of finance, technology, and modern lifestyle. On Tet night, the tower glowed like a beating heart, radiating a new rhythm for a dynamic and forward-looking metropolis.
Newest symbol of Ho Chi Minh City prosperity
Surrounding the tower was a contemporary light-art space where architectural design, advanced lighting technology, and the reflective waters of the Saigon River blended into a vibrant visual spectacle. At the center of this scene stood the Golden Horse installation, a symbol of prosperity, momentum, and new beginnings.
Fireworks bursting from the tower’s crown reflected across the river and spread across the night sky, creating not only a visual celebration but also a powerful message—of confidence, aspiration, and a future in the making.
The event carried the message: “Saigon Marina IFC – where the lights of the past, present, and future shine together.”
Around the world, fireworks launched from iconic towers have become defining moments for global cities—from the dazzling New Year celebrations at Taipei 101 to the world-famous light shows at Burj Khalifa in Dubai. These spectacles are not merely festive displays; they are declarations of ambition, confidence, and global stature.
On this night, Saigon Marina IFC delivered a similar moment for Ho Chi Minh City, a young, vibrant metropolis that is rapidly transforming itself to stand among the world’s leading financial hubs. As well as being a world-class destination for global travelers.
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