By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
Pier-2’s unique Christmas artistry makes this year’s holiday season truly special. (Image source: Pier-2 Art Center)
The 2017 Eco-Transport Global Festival takes place in Kaohsiung, featuring a special warm-up event—“Christmas Stroll Market”—held in Hamasen on December 24th. Starting now, the campaign “Ride the Christmas Bus, Stroll Through the Christmas Market in Hamasen” has launched, decorating and transforming several bus routes passing through Hamasen—including Routes 248, 99, and Orange 1—into “Christmas Buses.” There’s also a photo contest where passengers can upload pictures for a chance to win prizes. Visitors are welcome to take the “Christmas Bus” to explore the Hamasen Christmas Stroll Market during the holidays.
Cruise through dazzling Hamasen aboard the Christmas Bus. (Image source: Kaohsiung City Department of Transportation)
On December 24th, a warm-up event called the “Christmas Stroll Market” will be held in Hamasen, featuring an organic farmers’ market where visitors can interact with the popular character Gaotongtong, as well as electric scooter experiences, an inflatable playground, storytelling sessions with Uncle Pangi, and a host of colorful Christmas lights and festive musical performances—perfect for family outings. The public is encouraged to take the Christmas Bus to join the fun. Starting now, these buses run along Routes 99, 248, and Orange 1, allowing everyone to soak in the lively pre-holiday atmosphere and participate in the Facebook photo contest for a chance to win prizes.
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2016 Pier-2 Christmas Art
Event Dates: 2016/12/17–2017/01/08
Venue: Dayi Warehouse Complex, Pier-2 Art Center, Kaohsiung
Hamasen Christmas Stroll Market
Event Date: 2016/12/24
Venue: In front of the Port of Dagang Ferry Terminal