Weekend Getaways in Taiwan: A Quick Look at Popular Activities

The “Paper Windmill Taiwan Animals & Insects Creative Exhibition,” on display at Youth Park from now until October 20, features the most eye-catching “Sperm Whale Theme Pavilion.” Measuring approximately 70 meters in length, 15 meters in width, and 12 meters in height, it houses a real-life underwater exploration space. Alongside a variety of marine creatures, there are also quirky items such as stuffed toys, iron pots, and refrigerators. The aim is to make both adults and children aware that these strange objects found inside a whale’s stomach are the result of humans neglecting environmental protection, thereby raising awareness about conservation.

 

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Venue: No. 199, Shuiyuan Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City (within Youth Park)

Dates: From now until October 20

As the autumn chill sets in, you might already be planning your winter hot spring trip. The annual Taipei Hot Spring Festival will be held from now until October 14 at the Xindian Station Plaza and other locations. This year, the event will feature a Nostalgic Music PK competition, Ming Hua Yuan opera performances, an authentic Japanese Matsuyama Lion Dance, and a children’s mikoshi parade in Beitou. During the festival, there will also be a 3D street art exhibition created by students from Tamkang High School, as well as a blood donation charity event where participants can receive hot spring hotel vouchers in Beitou, allowing you to give back while enjoying a warm soak.

 

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Venue: Surrounding areas of Xindian Station Plaza

Dates: From now until October 14

To showcase Taichung’s rich creative energy, the “Fun Ten – Taichung Cultural & Creative Districts Exhibition” kicked off enthusiastically from now until October 13 (Sunday) at the 10+1 Hut of the Ching Art Museum. The “Top 10 Districts” featured in this event are: the Grass Jelly Path Cultural & Creative Living District, perfect for “leisurely strolling”; the Fengyuan Lacquer & Pastry Cultural & Creative Living District, known for its “ingenious craftsmanship”; the Donghai Art Cultural & Creative Living District, where “art comes alive”; the Shuangshi Basin Cultural & Creative Living District, reminiscent of a “time capsule”; the Central District Cultural & Creative Industry Zone, treasured like a “family heirloom”; the Fengjia Creative Food District, always “delicious”; the Houli Two Horses Tourism & Leisure Industry District, like a “backyard adventure”; the Wufeng Film & Cultural & Creative Industry District, with a mood like “misty rain and romance”; the Dajia Cultural & Creative Industry District, embodying “passing on the torch of art”; and the Xinshe Floral Leisure Industry District, akin to a “path through flowers.” The event includes a map treasure hunt across the 10 districts and the Fun Ten District Exploration Giveaway, allowing participants to discover the charm of Taichung and uncover hidden alleyway delights.

 

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Venue: No. 257-2, Section 1, Zhonggang Road, West District, Taichung City (10+1 Hut of Ching Art Museum)

Dates: From now until October 13

With deep autumn red leaves and falling foliage, along with rich coffee aroma, now is the perfect time to explore Huisun. The 6th Huisun Wooden Culture Festival, hosted by the Huisun Forest of National Chung Hsing University, is being held from now until October 13. During the festival, admission is just NT$100, and cycling into the park costs only NT$10. Additionally, Huisun coffee drinks are 20% off, while coffee beans and Huisun forest honey are 15% off.

 

This year’s Wooden Culture Festival includes a “Children’s Toys Exhibition,” “Second Forest Pavilion Experience,” “Local Specialty Product Carnival,” and stage performances by music and theater troupes on Saturdays and Sundays. These include the Little Frog Troupe, Tiantian Cartoon Puppet Troupe, Diplomatic Band, Original Power Band, Dongsheng Band, Middle Eastern belly dance, indigenous dance, and more. There will also be challenge games and various hands-on experiences, such as DIY paper toys, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of nature through fun and education. The highlight, the “Children’s Toys Exhibition,” features over 150 types of wooden toys for hands-on experience, including puzzles, stacking, building, assembling, and strategy games. Combining educational, recreational, and cultural elements, the diverse activities showcase the fun of wooden culture.

 

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Venue: No. 1, Shanlin Lane, Ren’ai Township, Nantou County (Huisun Forest)

Date: From now until October 13