At a glance
- Dates
- February 28, 2027
- Where
- Nationwide
- Price
- Free / public holiday
- Official link
- www.dgpa.gov.tw ↗
Last updated:
What to expect
- Solemn national holiday remembering the February 28 Incident of 1947
- Memorial ceremonies at 228 Peace Memorial Park, Taipei
- National 228 Memorial Museum hosts exhibitions
Planning tips
- A reflective civic day rather than a festive one
- Visit the National 228 Memorial Museum to understand the history
- Government offices and banks closed; transport runs as normal
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.
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.