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Taipei · 台北 · 25.03°N 121.56°E

Yilan International Children's Folklore & Folkgame Festival

A long-running summer festival at Dongshan River Water Park in Yilan, blending water-play areas, international folk-dance troupes, traditional games and exhibitions. A family favourite that runs for several weeks across July and August.

At a glance

Dates
Opens the first weekend of July for ~44 days each year; exact 2026 dates TBC
Where
Dongshan River Water Park
Price
Ticketed entry

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What to expect

  • Water-play zones along the Dongshan River for hot summer days
  • International folk-dance and music performances
  • Traditional Taiwanese games and craft exhibitions

Planning tips

  • Bring swimwear and a change of clothes for the water-play areas
  • Yilan is ~1 h from Taipei via the Xueshan Tunnel by bus or car
  • Go on a weekday to avoid the heaviest crowds

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.