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The "2014 Tainan Mazha’gou Music Festival," organized by the Tainan City Government Tourism and Travel Bureau, was originally scheduled for August 9 but was postponed,with the new date set for September 6 (Saturday) from 16:30 to 21:00 at the original venue, and the public is invited to join in.
The beautiful sunset at Qigu is a sight to behold, and there's no better way to enjoy music and seafood against such a scenic backdrop. (Photo provided / Tainan City Government Tourism and Travel Bureau)
This year’s Mid-Autumn Festival offers a three-day holiday, and the organizers are inviting everyone to the most beautiful, light-pollution-free Mazha’gou Coastal Recreation Area to enjoy the moon and music together. The Tourism and Travel Bureau stated that the Tainan Mazha’gou Music Festival is now in its third year and has attracted tens of thousands of enthusiastic visitors in the past two editions, becoming a major music event in southern Taiwan. To continue this musical passion and emotion in Tainan, this year will feature a new addition — the "Mazha’gou Music Awards" band competition. The top three winning bands will perform as opening acts on September 6. In addition, well-known singers such as A-Lin, Victor Wong, and Chao Chih-Pi will take turns performing. The event promises to be exciting, and families are welcome to come to Tainan for a unique Mid-Autumn holiday.
Aside from the band competition, the Mazha’gou Music Awards will also feature performances by famous artists Victor Wong, A-Lin, and Chao Chih-Pi (from left to right). (Photo provided / Tainan City Government Tourism and Travel Bureau)
On September 6, the program will begin with performances by the top three bands of this year’s Mazha’gou Music Awards: the "Champion" The Arc, the "Runner-up" Our Service is Ready (OSR), and the "Third Place" Very Special Mouth. They will perform a number of original songs unique to Tainan, allowing the audience to experience the charm of indie music and the talent of this year’s competing bands. Starting at 6 PM, renowned artists A-Lin, the "Born Diva," Victor Wong, the "Prince of Love Songs," and Chao Chih-Pi, the "Starlight Legend," will each perform one-hour live band mini concerts, aiming to warm everyone’s hearts with their touching and soothing voices.
To create a family reunion atmosphere for Mid-Autumn Festival, the organizers have specially prepared a "Mid-Autumn Night Reunion" activity. Those who come in matching outfits such as couple outfits, parent-child outfits, or friendship shoes can receive a beautiful gift (limited quantity, while supplies last). In addition, in support of a low-carbon and eco-friendly initiative, barbecuing will not be allowed in the park on the day, but nearly 40 food stalls will be set up in the food market, offering authentic local Tainan cuisine, popular traditional snacks, and nostalgic local treats, allowing attendees to sample the best flavors of Tainan all in one night. The hope is for more families and friends to gather together on this special evening.
The Mazha’gou Music Festival heats up the Mid-Autumn night with music. (Photo provided / Tainan City Government Tourism and Travel Bureau)
The Mazha’gou Coastal Recreation Area will open free of charge on the day of the event, with opening hours starting at 9 AM. We sincerely invite everyone across the country to come to Tainan to experience the unique warmth of southern Taiwan and the most colorful summer nights. During the Mid-Autumn holiday, enjoy the seaside moonlight and listen to the most beautiful melodies on the cleanest beach in the nation.
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