Festivals in Taiwan

Festivals

Season or date: 1st day of the 1st lunar month

The biggest annual event celebrating the Lunar New Year with firecrackers and festive dishes, where families gather.

Season or date: 15th day of the 1st lunar month

Lantern festival featuring the Pingxi Sky Lantern Release and Yanshui Beehive Fireworks.

Season or date: Around April 4

Tomb-sweeping day to honor ancestors and clean graves.

Season or date: 5th day of the 5th lunar month

Traditional event featuring dragon boat races and eating zongzi (rice dumplings).

Season or date: 15th day of the 8th lunar month

Families enjoy mooncakes and barbecue together.

Season or date: October 10

Celebration of the ROC's founding with military parades and fireworks.

Season or date: February

Giant lanterns and light shows held throughout the city.

Season or date: March–April

The largest Mazu pilgrimage procession in Taiwan.

Season or date: Autumn

Annual design expo showcasing Taiwanese design, held in different cities each year.

Season or date: April

Rock music festival held on the beach in southern Taiwan.