Latest Events in Taiwan(May Updated)

The BTS WORLD TOUR IN KAOHSIUNG 2026 stands as a highly anticipated chapter in the global journey of the South Korean sensation, BTS. As part of their fourth concert tour, this event is scheduled to take place from November 19 to November 22, 2026, in the vibrant city of Kaohsiung. This tour, commencing on April 9, 2026, in Goyang, South Korea, and concluding on March 14, 2027, in Manila, Philippines, marks BTS’s triumphant return to live performances following their mandatory military service. Spanning an impressive 79 dates across 34 cities in 23 countries, the tour covers continents from Asia to Europe, North and South America, and Australia. Notably, the BTS WORLD TOUR IN KAOHSIUNG 2026 represents the group’s first headline performances since their 2021–22 Permission to Dance on Stage tour, underscoring a significant moment in their career. With Kaohsiung hosting this pivotal stop, the event promises to be a landmark occasion, reflecting BTS’s enduring influence and the global enthusiasm surrounding their comeback.

The Taiwan International Festival of Arts (TIFA) is the most important annual art festival in Taiwan and the most outstanding art and cultural event in Asia. Launched in 2009, TIFA is held every spring and has presented nearly 300 classic domestic and foreign programs so far, allowing domestic audiences to look at world trends and bringing Taiwan's artistic energy to the world. TIFA is not only a stage for international artists to gather and communicate, but also a brilliant art celebration that audiences look forward to every year.

The Solar Festival in Taiwan is a summer-themed event organized by the Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications. It integrates the summer tourism activities of the Southern Taiwan National Scenic Area Administration and various counties and cities, and collaborates with industries to create a new brand for summer tourism activities, allowing domestic and foreign tourists to experience the new charm of summer tourism in Southern Taiwan.

As winter approaches, Taiwan officially enters peak hot spring season! Blessed with a diverse array of springs, including cold springs, hot springs, turbid springs, and underwater springs, Taiwan is a world-renowned hot spring destination. The "Hot Spring Food Carnival" not only allows domestic tourists to soak in all of Taiwan's hot springs and enjoy discounts at every location, but it's also a major attraction for international tourists, fueling the autumn and winter hot spring tourism boom in Taiwan.

The 2026 Penghu International Fireworks Festival will continue to feature themed fireworks displays and drone light shows, illuminating Guanyinting Bay in Penghu. The Penghu County Government invites everyone to experience the lively and unforgettable moments of the summer night. During the fireworks festival, there will be multiple interactive character photo zones, large figurines, a theme park, and limited-edition co-branded merchandise, among other themed activities. Everyone is welcome to join us in Penghu this summer for the "Dragon Ball Z Penghu Summer Fireworks Festival".

British Museum × Chimei Museum Pharaoh artifacts arrive in Taiwan! 280 precious cultural relicsGold and jewelry, burial treasures, temple architecture, large stone sculpturesRecreating the glory of ancient Egypt The British Museum presents a monumental work, "Kings of Egypt: Pharaohs." Exhibition Dates: January 29, 2026 - January 10, 2027Opening hours: 9:30-17:30 (Closed on Wednesdays and Lunar New Year's Eve)Last entry to the special exhibition is at 16:30 (please arrive 30 minutes early to avoid queuing and exceeding the time limit). Closing time is 17:30.Exhibition Location: Special Exhibition Hall, 1st Floor, Chimei Museum "Kings of Egypt: Pharaohs," a collaboration between the Chimei Museum and the British Museum, brings together 280 works! This exhibition takes a fresh perspective, exploring the multifaceted roles of the Egyptian pharaohs through seven themes. It features precious artifacts such as large-scale sculptures, gold jewelry, and diplomatic clay tablets. We cordially invite you to join us on a journey through a thousand years of history, into the kingdom of the Pharaohs, and to discover their mysterious and extraordinary world! — The Pharaoh who ruled for a thousand years — The pharaohs ruled Egypt for over three thousand years. By exploring the pharaohs' ideology and reality, we can further understand the feeling of ruling a long and powerful ancient civilization. — A bridge between God and man, worship and reverence — The pharaoh is a descendant of the gods and bears the sacred responsibility of protecting the order of the universe; as the high priest, performing rituals is an important duty of the pharaoh. — How a Pharaoh reigns and rules — Explore how pharaohs maintained order and territory, revealing their multiple identities and challenges—intertwined with politics and mythology—from foreigners, queens, and non-royal successors. — Gold and jewels, temples, papyrus scrolls, and millennia-old megalithic statues — From the bas-reliefs in the foundation chambers imbued with divine power to the grand temples, it is a testament to the faith within the gods, the pursuit of ruling power and the afterlife, and also a display of the artisans' astonishing skills.