2026 Taichung Ocean Sightseeing Season
Posted Date : 2026-09-22 41
- Activity Time
- 2026-10-03～2026-10-04
- Location
- Da’an Port Mazu Cultural Park, Da'an Dist., Taichung City, Taiwan, R.O.C
※ Note: The following content has been translated with the assistance of AI and is for reference only.
After 14 years of anticipation, the landmark Da’an Port Mazu Cultural Park in coastal Taichung will hold the Mazu Statue Unveiling & Donation Ceremony and Event Opening Ceremony on Saturday, October 3, at 9:00 AM. To celebrate the unveiling, the "2026 Taichung Ocean Sightseeing Season" will take place over two consecutive days at the park.
On October 3, national treasure-level performers will take the stage, featuring a powerful drumming performance by the Tendrum Art Percussion Group, followed by the Ming Hwa Yuan Arts and Culture Group performance of Penglai Immortal in the evening. On October 4, the event transitions to a music festival format loved by the younger generation, featuring the "Hi-An Music Festival" with two stages running back-to-back performances. Throughout both days, a pastry market and an outdoor market will be open, along with tea and wine tasting sessions. We cordially invite everyone from across the nation to visit Da’an Port, enjoy music, browse the markets, watch spectacular performances, and celebrate the completion of the Mazu statue amidst the coastal breeze and sound of waves.
📌 Opening Ceremony
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) 09:00–09:40
Location: 1F Main Stage (Lawn Area)
To celebrate the completion of Da’an Port Mazu Cultural Park and the Mazu statue, a grand opening ceremony will be held at 9:00 AM on October 3. Honorable guests and local residents are invited to join the occasion. The unveiling ceremony symbolizes the official launch of a new coastal tourism landmark, marking a brand-new milestone in the cultural and tourism development of coastal Taichung.
📌 Tendrum Art Percussion Group
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) 09:40–11:00
Location: 1F Main Stage (Lawn Area)
The internationally renowned Tendrum Art Percussion Group makes a grand appearance. Blending traditional Taiwanese art troupe elements, historical legends, and nature motifs, they will perform original pieces including Order of the General, Gate of Taiwan, and Demon Subduing Tale. Through thunderous drums, wind and percussion instruments, and agile stage movement, they present an audiovisual feast combining power and Oriental aesthetics.
📌 Local Band Performances
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) 13:30–17:00
Location: 1F Main Stage (Lawn Area)
The main stage will be handed over to local youth in the afternoon. Performers include the Da'an Junior High School Harmonica Ensemble, the vibrant Black Sunglasses Band, and passionate local bands behind the annual Spring Craze Mazu Music Festival at Dajia Ironworks Mountain. Together, they will showcase the energy and cultural identity of coastal youth through diverse musical styles.
📌 Ming Hwa Yuan Arts and Theater Group — Penglai the Immortal
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) 19:00–21:30
Location: Bus Parking Lot
Taiwan’s premier Taiwanese Opera troop, Ming Hwa Yuan, brings their support with the classic Oriental fantasy musical Penglai the Immortal. The show will begin with a ritual blessing performance (Ban Xian), combining traditional art with lighting and sound effects to create a grand climax for day one.
📌 Hi-An Music Festival
Date & Time: Oct 4 (Sun) 15:00–20:00
Location: 1F Main Stage & Side Stage (Lawn Area)
The highlight of the 2026 Taichung Ocean Tourism Festival. The Main Stage features a relay of 5 famous bands: Amazing Show, PaPung Band, Thick Big Band, P!SCO, and Twilight. The Side Stage features indie idol performances by groups like Pure makeR and Tsukiyo Crescente, bringing high energy to the coastal night across dual stages.
📌 Tea Tasting Experience
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) & Oct 4 (Sun) | 5 sessions per day
11:00–11:40 | 13:30–14:10 | 15:00–15:40 | 16:30–17:10 | 18:00–18:40
Location: 2F Indoor Area
Senior tea masters from the Songling Tea Culture Association will guide participants in brewing and savoring high-mountain and specialty teas from Taichung. Enjoy the fragrant aroma and sweet aftertaste in a relaxed atmosphere, experiencing an elegant and soothing tea ceremony by the sea breeze.
📌 Wine & Spirits Tasting Experience
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) & Oct 4 (Sun) | 2 sessions per day
13:00–14:00 | 15:00–16:00
Location: 2F Indoor Area
Led by professional distillers from the local Amber's Distillery, local agricultural produce such as premium rice and taro from Da’an are transformed into fine spirits. Through guided tours and tastings, learn about local craft brewing and taste the essence of the land on a unique local tasting journey.
📌 Pastry Market
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) & Oct 4 (Sun) 09:00–20:00
Location: 2F Indoor Area
Co-organized by the Taichung Good Gift Association and the Taichung Pastry Association. Featuring classic pastries, curated souvenirs, and local specialties, visitors can shop comfortably in an air-conditioned indoor space and take home authentic Taichung treats and gifts.
📌 Outdoor Market
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) & Oct 4 (Sun) 09:00–20:00
Location: 1F Lawn Area
Stroll into a stylish outdoor market accompanied by the salty ocean breeze. Gathering popular food trucks, boutique crafts, and local food stalls, visitors can listen to music by the stage, sample local snacks, and enjoy a vibrant, chill festival atmosphere under the cool sea breeze.
After 14 years of anticipation, the landmark Da’an Port Mazu Cultural Park in coastal Taichung will hold the Mazu Statue Unveiling & Donation Ceremony and Event Opening Ceremony on Saturday, October 3, at 9:00 AM. To celebrate the unveiling, the "2026 Taichung Ocean Sightseeing Season" will take place over two consecutive days at the park.
On October 3, national treasure-level performers will take the stage, featuring a powerful drumming performance by the Tendrum Art Percussion Group, followed by the Ming Hwa Yuan Arts and Culture Group performance of Penglai Immortal in the evening. On October 4, the event transitions to a music festival format loved by the younger generation, featuring the "Hi-An Music Festival" with two stages running back-to-back performances. Throughout both days, a pastry market and an outdoor market will be open, along with tea and wine tasting sessions. We cordially invite everyone from across the nation to visit Da’an Port, enjoy music, browse the markets, watch spectacular performances, and celebrate the completion of the Mazu statue amidst the coastal breeze and sound of waves.
📌 Opening Ceremony
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) 09:00–09:40
Location: 1F Main Stage (Lawn Area)
To celebrate the completion of Da’an Port Mazu Cultural Park and the Mazu statue, a grand opening ceremony will be held at 9:00 AM on October 3. Honorable guests and local residents are invited to join the occasion. The unveiling ceremony symbolizes the official launch of a new coastal tourism landmark, marking a brand-new milestone in the cultural and tourism development of coastal Taichung.
📌 Tendrum Art Percussion Group
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) 09:40–11:00
Location: 1F Main Stage (Lawn Area)
The internationally renowned Tendrum Art Percussion Group makes a grand appearance. Blending traditional Taiwanese art troupe elements, historical legends, and nature motifs, they will perform original pieces including Order of the General, Gate of Taiwan, and Demon Subduing Tale. Through thunderous drums, wind and percussion instruments, and agile stage movement, they present an audiovisual feast combining power and Oriental aesthetics.
📌 Local Band Performances
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) 13:30–17:00
Location: 1F Main Stage (Lawn Area)
The main stage will be handed over to local youth in the afternoon. Performers include the Da'an Junior High School Harmonica Ensemble, the vibrant Black Sunglasses Band, and passionate local bands behind the annual Spring Craze Mazu Music Festival at Dajia Ironworks Mountain. Together, they will showcase the energy and cultural identity of coastal youth through diverse musical styles.
📌 Ming Hwa Yuan Arts and Theater Group — Penglai the Immortal
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) 19:00–21:30
Location: Bus Parking Lot
Taiwan’s premier Taiwanese Opera troop, Ming Hwa Yuan, brings their support with the classic Oriental fantasy musical Penglai the Immortal. The show will begin with a ritual blessing performance (Ban Xian), combining traditional art with lighting and sound effects to create a grand climax for day one.
📌 Hi-An Music Festival
Date & Time: Oct 4 (Sun) 15:00–20:00
Location: 1F Main Stage & Side Stage (Lawn Area)
The highlight of the 2026 Taichung Ocean Tourism Festival. The Main Stage features a relay of 5 famous bands: Amazing Show, PaPung Band, Thick Big Band, P!SCO, and Twilight. The Side Stage features indie idol performances by groups like Pure makeR and Tsukiyo Crescente, bringing high energy to the coastal night across dual stages.
📌 Tea Tasting Experience
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) & Oct 4 (Sun) | 5 sessions per day
11:00–11:40 | 13:30–14:10 | 15:00–15:40 | 16:30–17:10 | 18:00–18:40
Location: 2F Indoor Area
Senior tea masters from the Songling Tea Culture Association will guide participants in brewing and savoring high-mountain and specialty teas from Taichung. Enjoy the fragrant aroma and sweet aftertaste in a relaxed atmosphere, experiencing an elegant and soothing tea ceremony by the sea breeze.
📌 Wine & Spirits Tasting Experience
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) & Oct 4 (Sun) | 2 sessions per day
13:00–14:00 | 15:00–16:00
Location: 2F Indoor Area
Led by professional distillers from the local Amber's Distillery, local agricultural produce such as premium rice and taro from Da’an are transformed into fine spirits. Through guided tours and tastings, learn about local craft brewing and taste the essence of the land on a unique local tasting journey.
📌 Pastry Market
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) & Oct 4 (Sun) 09:00–20:00
Location: 2F Indoor Area
Co-organized by the Taichung Good Gift Association and the Taichung Pastry Association. Featuring classic pastries, curated souvenirs, and local specialties, visitors can shop comfortably in an air-conditioned indoor space and take home authentic Taichung treats and gifts.
📌 Outdoor Market
Date & Time: Oct 3 (Sat) & Oct 4 (Sun) 09:00–20:00
Location: 1F Lawn Area
Stroll into a stylish outdoor market accompanied by the salty ocean breeze. Gathering popular food trucks, boutique crafts, and local food stalls, visitors can listen to music by the stage, sample local snacks, and enjoy a vibrant, chill festival atmosphere under the cool sea breeze.