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The National Taiwan Museum (國立臺灣博物館) in 228 Peace Memorial Park, Taipei — the 1915 Greek-revival building with a columned, pedimented portico above a wide flight of steps
Taipei · 台北 · 25.03°N 121.56°E

Constitution Day

Constitution Day falls on Dec 25. Taiwan's official 2026 calendar makes Dec 25–27 a three-day government holiday block; Christmas is visible commercially but is not the basis of the public holiday.

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At a glance

Dates · confirmed
December 25–27, 2026
Where
Nationwide · Nationwide
Price
Free / public holiday
Official link
www.dgpa.gov.tw ↗
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What to expect

  • Marks adoption of the ROC Constitution in 1947
  • Reinstated as a statutory holiday for 2026 (falls on Christmas Day)
  • Christmas lights and markets across Taipei, especially in Xinyi

Planning tips

  • Christmas is commercial, not religious or traditional, in Taiwan
  • See the New Taipei City Christmasland lights nearby in Banqiao
  • Malls and restaurants stay open and busy

Build a day around it

Taipei event days feel best when you plan by district. Treat the event as one anchor block, then add one food mission and one restorative break (tea, park, bookstore) — with buffer so nothing feels rushed.

  • If you have 2–3 hours: arrive early → event → short neighborhood walk.
  • If you’re making a full day: one attraction block + event + a calm night-market or dinner plan.
  • If the weather turns: keep walking minimal and use museums/cafés as your buffer.
Itineraries →Food & drink →Map →

Before you go

  • Confirm the details: check the official link for last-minute schedule or venue updates.
  • Arrive with buffer: 15–30 minutes early usually makes the whole experience calmer.
  • Have a weather plan: keep one indoor “warm stop” in mind in case the day turns.

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