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In the Amis language, "pasiwali" means “going to the east.” The sun rises in the east, and many of Taiwan’s indigenous people were born in the eastern part of the island. This was why the festival was named “Pasiwali.” It features the music of indigenous peoples from Taiwan and abroad. In addition to song and dance performances, the festival offers visits to tribal buildings and open-air markets. The festival allows visitors to learn about and enjoy the multicultural features of the indigenous peoples.
The Gaillardia Islands Penghu Cross-sea Marathon is the first of its kind using outer islands. The route never double-backs on itself, and no A to B hops are made. This route has been certified by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) and AIMS. Special foods and creative cheerleading teams along the route allow runners to deeply experience the beauty of Penghu.
The Kunshen Wangye's Salt for Peace Festival combines sandflat landscapes with local traditional “Wangye belief” culture. The region’s unique salt culture is the focus of the event. Visitors to the festival can gain a better understanding of Taiwan's folk beliefs and salt industry culture.
Christmasland in New Taipei City began as a local event in 2011. It is now known internationally as well. It offers a joyful Christmas atmosphere, and helps promote local economic development.
The Chiayi International Band Festival began in 1993 as a music festival with performances by five school orchestras. Its breadth and participation have expanded since then, and it now combines performing arts, music culture, organized street performances, large-scale evening parties, and indoor and outdoor concerts. The event lasts for two weeks, and it is has become one of Chiayi City’s most distinctive cultural activities.
Since it was first held in 1986, the annual Taipei Marathon has become an important international event. It integrates sport with an opportunity to explore Taipei City. The event is certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races and has received the World Athletics Elite Label. It was the first urban marathon event in Taiwan to obtain label certification.
The event, themed "Crisscrossing the Sea of Sand," invites two groups of artists to integrate landscape and human elements to create an ambient atmosphere. Through art exhibitions and performances, it gradually outlines the natural landscape of Zhuangwei's islands, sea, dunes, and plains, as well as the scenery of agricultural and fishing labor and artistic humanities. Through a series of dune concerts and community art base activities, it guides more travelers and observers to the Zhuangwei Dune Ecological Park to appreciate the wonderful life in Zhuangwei, while also strengthening the identity of local residents.
The Keelung Mid-Summer Ghost Festival began in 1855. It is now the largest ghost festival in Taiwan. It was the first festival to be designated as a cultural asset by the government in the “Important Folklore” category. The festival lasts for about one month.
The annual Taipei International Book Exhibition (TIBE) will be held for the 34th consecutive year, with Thailand serving as the Guest of Honor and showcasing its vibrant publishing scene, featuring over 400 publishers, at the fair. Organized by the Taipei Book Fair Foundation, TIBE is one of Asia’s most renowned book trade fairs, expected to welcome more than 500,000 attendees and over 890 publishing professionals this year. Offering six days of literary exchange, professional networking, cultural celebration, and retail book sales, the event serves as a crucial platform for authors, publishers, copyright agents, booksellers, and book enthusiasts from Taiwan and around the world to discover new titles, explore literary trends, and foster cultural exchange.
First held in 1999, New Taipei City’s Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival has helped enhance Taiwan’s international profile. This local folk festival attracts visitors from near and far. The international media that have praised the event include CNN, the Discovery Channel, and National Geographic Magazine. Reader's Digest named it as one of 40 places to visit before you are 40.
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