Note: The order of appearance of the following festivals and events is according to the time of the year when they usually occur. Dates can change however over time. We try to update the info frequently, but some of it might be outdated. The year in the bracket […] indicates when the info was posted. Dates of the current year will be shown in RED.
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MARCH
[2024] February 7 ~ March 13 / Taipei City
[2021] February~March / Taipei CityYangmingshan Flower Festival
陽明山花季
When the weather in northern Taiwan is at its coolest in February and March each year, the cherry trees of Yangmingshan National Park burst into bloom, bringing bright red and pink colors to the otherwise grayish-green mountainsides. Azaleas and camellias and a large bouquet of other flower types also join in the fun, to the delight of flower lovers, who flock to the park in large number. Among the favorite locations to enjoy the floral beauty are Yangming Park and the Floriculture Experiment Center.
Yangmingshan National Park: www.ymsnp.gov.tw
[2024] February 13 ~ May 18 / Taichung City
[2020] January 29 ~ May 20 / Taichung CityTaichung City Mazu International Festival
大甲媽祖國際觀光文化節
Among the main deities worshipped in Taiwan, Mazu, the Goddess of the Sea, is arguably the most important. There are hundreds of temples on the island dedicated to the goddess, and elaborate festivals are held to celebrate her birthday (23rd day of 3rd lunar month; April 15th in 2020). The biggest and best-known Mazu event is the annual Mazu Pilgrimage in central Taiwan, starting at Taichung’s Zhenlan Temple in Dajia District. Before and during the pilgrimage, endless fascinating religious ceremonies and rituals can be witnessed as part of the Taichung City Mazu International Festival.
Taichung Tourism and Travel Bureau: travel.taichung.gov.tw
Zhenlan Temple: www.dajiamazu.org.tw (Chinese)
[2024] February 24 ~ March 10 / Tainan City
[2021] March / Tainan CityTaiwan International Orchid Show
臺灣國際蘭展
Orchids have been cultivated in Taiwan for more than a hundred years, and over the last two decades the local production has been increased significantly, making the island one of the most important orchid exporters in the world. More than 90% of Taiwan-grown flowers shipped abroad are orchids, with moth orchids being the most important. This orchid show is not only an important event for international orchid buyers, but also a great exhibition of all types of orchids for the common flower lover.
Taiwan International Orchid Show: tios.tw
[2024] March 9 ~ 24 / Kaohsiung City
[2020] February 22 ~ March 8 / Kaohsiung CitySong-Jiang Battle Array in Neimen, Kaohsiung
高雄內門宋江陣
Not much of tourist interest goes on in Kaohsiung’s quiet rural district of Neimen for most of the year, but there is one exception, the annual Song-Jiang Battle Array event. This week-long festival, a mix of religious rituals and sports-like competition, brings together groups of young performers from around Taiwan, who converge on Neimen to show off their troupe-array martial-arts skills and compete against each other. The festival is a fantastic spectacle, packed with exciting and at times highly acrobatic performances that are accompanied by the sound of drums and other traditional instruments.
FB: www.facebook.com/kaohsiungwhoha
[2024] March 14 ~ June 23 / Taipei City
[2022] March 18 ~ April 24, May 20 ~ June 19 / Taipei CityCalla Lily and Hydrangea Festival
竹子湖海芋季及繡球花季
The residents of Taipei are blessed for having a magnificent national park right at their doorstep. In less than an hour you can get from the city center to the breezy mountains and deep forests of Yangmingshan by public transport and find yourself embraced by pristine nature. Part of the park is an agricultural area named Zhuzihu, sitting in the shadows of towering Mt. Datun. During spring and early summer two types of flowers, in succession, draw droves of visitors up to the fields of the area. First to bloom is the pure-white calla lily, and later comes the hydrangea, sporting shades of purple, blue, and pink. Part of the Zhuzihu experience is picking calla lilies yourself and sitting down in one of the restaurants to enjoy healthful meals made with local produce.
www.travel.taipei/en/event-calendar/details/41747
[2024] March 17 / New Taipei City
[2019] March 17 / New Taipei CityNew Taipei City Wan Jin Shi Marathon
新北市萬金石馬拉松
This road race is different from the many other running events staged throughout the year in Taiwan in that it has been recognized as a Silver Label race by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). As such, the marathon has joined the ranks of elite road races around the world, and attracts a significant number of top marathon runners from abroad each year.
Wan Jin Shi Marathon: www.wanjinshi-marathon.com.tw
[2024] March 23 ~ May 5 / Taipei City
[2022] March 26 ~ May 8 / Taipei CityTreasure Hill Light Festival
寶藏巖光節
The Treasure Hill Light Festival is held annually from the last week in March to early May. Featured are 20-30 artworks and there is an opening-day market and related activities. In 2023, Treasure Hill will be seen as a theater with visitors being invited to become heroes. The way artworks will be displayed and how visitors will move about will differ from the festival format of the past, reshaping activities at Treasure Hill.
[2024] March 30 ~ May 12 / Yilan County
[2022] March 26 ~ May 8 / Yilan CountyYilan Green Expo
宜蘭綠色博覽會
Yilan County, situated in the northeast corner of Taiwan, is known for its agriculture – mostly on the triangular-shaped Lanyang Plain – and its forest-covered mountain areas – encompassing most of its western and southern parts. It’s the perfect location for an exposition that highlights green tourism and protection of the natural environment. This expo is both an educational and fun affair, ideal for families with children, who will revel in adventurous activities such as ziplining, encounters with farm animals, and nature-themed DIY classes and games.
