Taiwan Public Holiday 2026

Traveloka MY
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Taiwan public holiday dates in 2026 give Malaysian travellers excellent chances to plan city escapes, nature trips and food adventures. Many people search for taiwan public holiday schedules early to lock in flights, hotels and activities via Traveloka. With smart timing every long weekend can become a memorable getaway in Taiwan.

Taiwan Public Holiday Dates 2026

Below is the full list of taiwan public holiday dates for 2026. It covers national holidays and Taiwan-specific observances to aid your trip planning.

Date

Holiday

Notes

1 Jan

Republic Day / New Year’s Day

National holiday

16–22 Feb

Chinese New Year Holiday

Major multi-day break

27 Feb

Peace Memorial Day (observed)

Substitute day off

28 Feb

Peace Memorial Day

National holiday

3 Apr

Children’s Day Holiday

National holiday

6 Apr

Tomb Sweeping Day (observed)

National holiday

1 May

Labour Day

National holiday

19 Jun

Dragon Boat Festival

National holiday

25 Sep

Mid-Autumn Festival

National holiday

28 Sep

Confucius’ Birthday / Teachers’ Day

National holiday

9 Oct

National Day (observed)

National holiday

10 Oct

National Day

National holiday

26 Oct

Retrocession Day (observed)

National holiday

25 Dec

Constitution Day

National holiday

These dates help you identify key travel windows for Taiwan, especially around multi-day breaks.

Things To Do During Taiwan Public Holidays 2026

Nature and adventure 2026

Taiwan is rich in natural beauty—slopes, lakes, forests and coastlines. Visit Alishan for sunrise views, Taroko Gorge for canyon walks, or Sun Moon Lake for tranquil scenery. These spots are ideal for escaping on a taiwan public holiday.

Cultural experiences 2026

Cities such as Taipei, Tainan and Taichung blend history and modernity. Explore temples, night markets, Te-Xiang Lane and heritage districts during holiday visits.

Food and café hopping 2026

Taiwan’s street food is legendary—beef noodles in Taipei, pineapple cakes in snowy towns and café hops in Taichung. Holidays provide great time to dive into local food culture.

Festivals and seasonal events 2026

Time your travel around Lunar New Year or Mid-Autumn Festival for added cultural vibrancy. These taiwan public holiday periods draw locals and tourists alike for celebrations, lanterns and night markets.

Top Places To Explore in Taiwan 2026

Taipei

Great for first-time visitors—city sights, food, hip cafés and easy day trips to nature.

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Sun, 11 Jan 2026

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Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Taipei (TPE)

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Sun, 11 Jan 2026

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Penang (PEN) to Taipei (TPE)

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Tue, 6 Jan 2026

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Singapore (SIN) to Taipei (TPE)

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Tainan

Offers heritage temples, craft streets and a slower pace.

Taichung

Emerging café culture, arts districts and nearby mountains.

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Tue, 27 Jan 2026

VietJet Air

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Taichung (RMQ)

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Mon, 12 Jan 2026

VietJet Air

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Taichung (RMQ)

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Wed, 28 Jan 2026

VietJet Air

Hanoi (HAN) to Taichung (RMQ)

Start from RM 338.92

Hidden gems

Hualien, Yilan, and Penghu islands offer off-beat escapes and fewer crowds during long weekends.

Flight and Hotel Tips for Taiwan Public Holidays 2026

Flights to Taiwan rise in demand during major holiday windows. Booking earlier helps secure better fares and Traveloka’s price alerts come in handy. Hotels in Taipei and tourist towns fill up fast on public holiday Taiwan dates. Using Traveloka Points can help you save on hotels, activities and airport transfers. Booking all services in one place makes the process smoother.

Suggested Itineraries for Taiwan Public Holidays 2026

City and nature combo (4D3N)

Stay in Taipei, explore the city and travel one day to Taroko Gorge or Yangmingshan for nature.

Heritage and food escape (3D2N)

Visit Tainan for temples and local cuisine, then move to Taichung for café hopping and arts.

Island or off-beat route (5D4N)

Fly into Penghu or Hualien, spend days exploring coastlines, small towns and hidden beaches before returning to Taipei.

Travel Tips for Taiwan Public Holidays 2026

Peak holiday periods in Taiwan bring larger crowds and higher prices. Planning early ensures smoother travel. Staying near MRT stations or transport hubs reduces time lost in transit. Many travellers search taiwan public holiday dates in advance to plan flights, hotels and activities effectively.

Taiwan public holiday periods in 2026 open doors to nature, culture, food and festive fun. With Traveloka’s tools like secure bookings, price alerts and Traveloka Points, you can plan a memorable and well-organised trip to Taiwan during those long weekends.

In This Article

• Taiwan Public Holiday Dates 2026
• Things To Do During Taiwan Public Holidays 2026
• Nature and adventure 2026
• Cultural experiences 2026
• Food and café hopping 2026
• Festivals and seasonal events 2026
• Top Places To Explore in Taiwan 2026
• Taipei
• Tainan
• Taichung
• Hidden gems
• Flight and Hotel Tips for Taiwan Public Holidays 2026
• Suggested Itineraries for Taiwan Public Holidays 2026
• City and nature combo (4D3N)
• Heritage and food escape (3D2N)
• Island or off-beat route (5D4N)
• Travel Tips for Taiwan Public Holidays 2026

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