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💡The Kaohsiung Lantern Festival💡 —

One of the top three must-see tourist events in Kaohsiung

(｡•ㅅ•｡)♡ The Kaohsiung Lantern Festival is a beloved event. In 2022, it introduced the first-ever dual-lantern zones, attracting over 13 million visitors and becoming a national highlight. The Love River flows through the heart of the city, its century-long journey symbolizing Kaohsiung’s romance and passion. At its mouth, the river meets the port, shaping a unique harbor landscape that blends history, culture, and urban charm—becoming a window through which Kaohsiung greets the world.

(｡•ㅅ•｡)♡ 2025 Kaohsiung Winter

Wonderland Featuring Chiikawa

~ (๑˃ᴗ˂๑) Chiikawa(๑˃ᴗ˂๑) ~Outing to Love River Bay!

The 2025 Kaohsiung Winter Wonderland is bringing a wave of cuteness and comfort!

💡 2025 Kaohsiung Winter Wonderland
Event Dates: January 25 – February 16, 2025
Location: Love River Bay, Lingya District, Kaohsiung City (Kaohsiung Port Piers 16–18)

Highlights:
Following the huge success of the Yellow Duck craze in 2024, the 2025 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival is ready to spark another adorable sensation!
“2025 Kaohsiung Wonderland – Winter Amusement Park” proudly features the beloved Japanese character Chiikawa, bringing heartwarming charm to Love River Bay.

For 23 days only, from January 25 to February 16, the bay transforms into a cozy, cute amusement park. Enjoy 25 free attractions in this must-visit dreamlike lantern festival!

Large-scale amusement rides

Chiikawa Mini lantern

Party light show

✨ 2025 Gangshan Lantern Art Festival

💡2025 Gangshan Lantern Arts Festival Exhibition Information

Exhibition Dates: January 25 - February 12, 2025
Exhibition Locations: Gangshan Riverside Park, Agongdian Bridge, Jian Bridge

2025 Gangshan Lantern Arts Festival

Exhibition Information

Seven Lantern Zones

(｡•ㅅ•｡)♡ 2024 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival – Winter Wonderland Featuring the Yellow Rubber Duck

~ (๑˃ᴗ˂๑) Yellow Rubber Duck (๑˃ᴗ˂๑) ~

The Yellow Rubber Duck became the centerpiece of the 2024 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival, sparking a "duck craze" that attracted over 9 million visitors and generated

14 billion NTD in tourism revenue.

The Tourism Bureau also introduced the innovative "Opening Port Tour" and the dynamic performance "Double Duck Gathering."

💡 2024 Kaohsiung Winter Wonderland
Event Dates: January 27, 2024 – February 25, 2025
Location: Love River Bay, Lingya District, Kaohsiung City (Kaohsiung Port Piers 16–18)

Highlights:
The beloved Yellow Rubber Duck returns after ten years, bringing its healing yellow charm to Kaohsiung, a city full of imagination. The giant Yellow Rubber Ducks will once again swim into Love River Bay, becoming the centerpiece of the event. Visitors are invited to witness the transformation of Love River Bay into a new and vibrant landmark.

At Piers 16–18, enjoy a variety of large inflatable amusement rides, children's theater, circus performances, and interactive activities. The event also features several inflatable art installations, creating a soothing and whimsical atmosphere. A food market and cultural performances will ensure that visitors have a fantastic time filled with laughter and joy.

Giant Yellow Ball Pit

Healing Forest

💡 Double Ducks Cruise the Harbor in Love – The City Government Invites the Public to Pucker Up and Share the Love
On February 14th, Valentine’s Day, the city government romantically launched the event "Little Ducks Cruise the Harbor", where the Yellow Rubber Ducks enjoy a harbor date and show off their affection, marking the world’s first-ever dynamic exhibition of the Yellow Rubber Ducks.

One of the ducks, located in front of the Gaoliu Coral Reef, starts its journey from Kaohsiung Port Pier 18, passing by landmarks such as the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, Warehouse 2, and Gushan Fish Market. It then returns to meet the other duck near the Kaohsiung Music Center and the Sound Wave Tower to celebrate Valentine’s Day together. The event attracted over 100,000 visitors who captured precious moments of the two ducks sharing a kiss. The city’s Facebook page quickly gathered 300,000 viewers, sharing the adorable images of the ducks cruising the harbor, and together, they witnessed Kaohsiung’s transformation over the past decade.

(｡•ㅅ•｡)♡ 2023 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival

~ (๑˃ᴗ˂๑) The 2023 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival was held for the first time at Zuoying Lotus Pond, blending local culture with the playful spirit of the Year of the Rabbit to create a small yet charming and healing light festival. The nearby areas of Gangshan, Qishan, and Linyuan also joined in with spring prayers and markets.

The main attraction at the Lotus Pond Lantern Festival was the "Light Dance of Lotus Pond" light show, complemented by environmental light art installations such as "Light Weaving Reeds" and "Mystic Beasts", which created an atmosphere of mystery and energy. Designer Lin Guoqing’s creation, "Reversing the Future View", brought a unique twist to the lighting design. Meanwhile, the "Cute Rabbit Captain - Ma Ji" and various rabbit-themed lanterns became the most popular photo spots.

💡2023 Kaohsiung Lotus Pond Lantern Festival

Theme: Centered around "Light Dance of Lotus Pond", integrating landmarks such as the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas and the Spring and Autumn Pavilions, complemented by light sculpture and laser shows.

Dates: January 26 – February 5, 2023

Location: Lotus Pond Scenic Area

The Light Dance of Lotus Pond light show is set against the backdrop of the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas.

The dazzling light show brings Lotus Pond to life

2023 Kaohsiung Lotus Pond Lantern

Festival Guide Map

The cute Mochi Rabbit at Lotus Pond

Laser beams in a vibrant array of colors, along with temple lights, adorn Lotus Pond

Cute Animals – Rabbit High’s Burrow Party

(｡•ㅅ•｡)♡ 2022 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival

~ (๑˃ᴗ˂๑) 2022 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival:
Kaohsiung hosted the 33rd Taiwan Lantern Festival in 2022, with two main lighting zones: Weiwuying and Love River Bay. The festival combined technology, art, and local culture, attracting over 13 million visitors, making it the focal point of Taiwan. This was the first time the Taiwan Lantern Festival was held in Kaohsiung. The event spanned two major locations, Love River Bay and Weiwuying, and set several records, including the debut of an aerial flying main lantern, featuring a 3D pattern created by 1,500 drones. This creation became the most story-rich flying lantern of the year in Taiwan and won 8 international awards.

💡2022 Taiwan Lantern Festival in Kaohsiung
Theme: "Focus Taiwan, Tiger Stars Shine Bright"
Main Lantern: "Phoenix Colors in Flight"
Sub Lantern: "Fortune Tiger Brings Wind"
Dates: February 1 – February 28, 2022
Location: Weiwuying and Love River Bay Dual Lighting Zones

✨ Drone Light Show: The main lantern "Focus Taiwan, Tiger Stars Shine Bright" was presented with a drone light show, telling Taiwan's story and conveying its blessings.

✨ Dual Main Lighting Zones - Love River Bay Lighting Zone: This area integrates with the Kaohsiung Music Center and Pier-2 Art Center, creating a stage combining land, sea, and air, showcasing the modern and artistic atmosphere of the harbor.

✨ Dual Main Lighting Zones - Weiwuying Lighting Zone: By utilizing water and forest landscapes, this zone created an immersive light and shadow experience, weaving together a dreamlike scene of forests and lake surfaces.