Taiwan hosts diverse cultural festivals and traditional arts initiatives

Various cultural events are taking place across Taiwan, highlighting music, traditional arts, and community engagement.

In New Taipei City, the 2026 River and Sea Music Festival concluded its final session at New Taipei Metropolitan Park. New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih attended the event, which featured a variety of musical styles including pop, rock, and R&B, alongside a food market to showcase local cultural charm.

In Pingtung County, the 2026 Mathariri Music Festival launched at the Pingtung County Stadium. Organized by the Council of Indigenous Peoples, the festival emphasizes diversity and inclusion through performances by international and local artists, including the Indonesian metal band Voice of Baceprot and singer YELLOW. The event also includes a style market and outdoor art exhibitions.

Additionally, the Paper Windmill theater troupe is collaborating with the Pingtung County Government to perform ‘Polly Goes Home,’ a production focused on environmental sustainability and growth, scheduled for September and October. Meanwhile, in Yunlin County, the government is expanding its traditional puppet show initiatives in kindergartens to cultivate interest in heritage among younger generations.