# Taiwan celebrates National Day with fireworks and drone show

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/taitung-national-day-celebrations
> Updated: 2026-10-10T14:13:00.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 3.

Taitung County hosted the Republic of China’s National Day celebrations on October 10, 2026, marking the return of the region’s fireworks display after a nine-year hiatus. Themed ‘The World’s Ark: Austronesian Taiwan,’ the event was designed to highlight Taitung’s role as a central hub for Austronesian culture.

In Taitung, the celebration featured a massive fireworks display at the Beinan River estuary, utilizing between 15,100 and 19,000 shells. The festivities included an orchestral score by singer ABAO and a ‘South Island Party’ at Taitung Coastal Park, featuring musical performances by artists such as Shen Wen-cheng, Ye Chui-ling, and the group Nine One One.

During the festivities, Taitung County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling expressed gratitude to President Lai Ching-te and Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu for selecting the region as the host. Rao noted that the leadership’s support for the eastern region was demonstrated through recent visits and the use of Taitung-sourced items in official state gifts.

Simultaneous celebrations took place in Taipei, where Taipei 101 hosted a 14-minute technological art performance themed ‘Onward Taiwan.’ This display utilized 600 drones to create various patterns, including imagery of a hotpot. Taipei 101 Chairperson Chia Yung-chieh clarified that the hotpot design was a creative concept intended to represent ‘freedom of choice and diversity,’ rather than a political reference.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-10: Taiwan celebrates National Day with fireworks and drone shows

Taiwan marked National Day with large-scale fireworks and drone shows in Taipei and Taitung, featuring cultural themes and technological art displays.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taitung-hosts-national-day-fireworks-and-austronesian-cultural-celebration

### 2026-10-08: Taitung to host National Day fireworks after nine-year hiatus

Taitung will host the National Day fireworks on October 10 after a nine-year hiatus, featuring Austronesian-themed celebrations, food markets, and live musical performances.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taitung-to-host-national-day-fireworks-after-nine-year-hiatus

### 2026-09-21: Taitung announces 2026 National Day fireworks and South Island Party lineup

Taitung will host the 2026 National Day fireworks and a South Island Party featuring music director Abao and performers like Ye Luling and 9INE.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taitung-announces-2026-national-day-fireworks-and-south-island-party-lineup

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