
Thinking of traveling to Taiwan in 2026? Or just curious about how Taiwan’s holiday rhythm compares with Malaysia’s? Here’s a complete, easy-to-use guide curated specially for Malaysian readers — including a holiday calendar, long-weekend hacks, cultural explanations, and travel tips.
📅 1. Taiwan Public Holidays Calendar for 2026 (Taiwan, China)
Total: 18 Taiwan public holidays in 2026.
Date (2026) | Day | Holiday Name (Chinese) | Holiday Name (English) |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 1 | Thu | 元旦 | New Year's Day |
Feb 16-20 | Mon-Fri | 春節 | Chinese New Year Holiday |
Feb 27 | Fri | 228 和平紀念日(補假) | 228 Peace Memorial Day (Holiday) |
Feb 28 | Sat | 228 和平紀念日 | 228 Peace Memorial Day |
Apr 3 | Fri | 兒童節(補假) | Children's Day (Holiday) |
Apr 4 | Sat | 兒童節 | Children's Day |
Apr 5 | Sun | 清明節 | Qingming Festival (Tomb Sweeping Day) |
Apr 6 | Mon | 清明節(補假) | Qingming Festival (Holiday) |
May 1 | Fri | 勞動節 | Labor Day |
Jun 19 | Fri | 端午節 | Dragon Boat Festival |
Sep 25 | Fri | 中秋節 | Mid-Autumn Festival |
Sep 28 | Mon | 教師節(孔子誕辰紀念日) | Teachers' Day (Confucius' Birthday) |
Oct 9 | Fri | 國慶日(補假) | National Day (Holiday) |
Oct 10 | Sat | 國慶日 | National Day |
Oct 25 | Sun | 光復節 | Retrocession Day |
Oct 26 | Mon | 光復節(補假) | Retrocession Day (Holiday) |
Dec 25 | Fri | 行憲紀念日 | Constitution Day |
⚠️ Taiwan’s government often adjusts holidays with “make-up working days.” Travelers should recheck official announcements closer to 2026.

🎎 2. Taiwan Holidays: History, Celebrations & What Malaysians Should Know
🧧 1. Lunar New Year (春節) – Feb 16–21, 2026

Traditions: Reunion dinners, temple visits, lanterns, red packets.
What Malaysians should know: Some small shops close, but major malls & night markets stay open.
Recommended Activities:
- Taipei Lantern Festival – colourful night photography.
- Pingxi Sky Lantern (Shifen) – write wishes & release lanterns.
- Dihua Street CNY Market – festive snacks & souvenirs.
- Beitou/Jiaoxi Hot Springs – perfect winter activity.
- Snow trips to Hehuanshan or Qingjing.
🕯️ 2. Tomb-Sweeping Day (清明節) – Apr 4–5, 2026

Traditions: Visiting ancestral graves and honouring ancestors.
What Malaysians should know: Tourist hotspots stay open and are less crowded.
Recommended Activities:
- Cherry blossom viewing – Yangmingshan, Alishan, Wuling Farm.
- Tea plantations – Pinglin or Alishan.
- Sun Moon Lake cycling – great spring weather.
- Taroko Gorge hiking – scenic and cool.
🐉 3. Dragon Boat Festival (端午節) – Jun 19, 2026

Traditions: Dragon boat races & eating zongzi.
What Malaysians should know: Waterfront areas become festival hubs.
Recommended Activities:
- Dragon boat races – Taipei (Dajia Riverside) or Kaohsiung (Love River).
- Zongzi tasting – Taiwanese, Hakka & sweet versions.
- Penghu Islands – beaches, snorkelling & fireworks.
- Tamsui riverside cycling.
🌕 4. Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋節) – Sep 25, 2026

Traditions: Moon-viewing, mooncakes & Taiwan’s famous BBQ gatherings.
What Malaysians should know: Parks and riversides fill with families grilling.
Recommended Activities:
- Public BBQs – Dajia or Rainbow Riverside Park.
- Moon-viewing – Elephant Mountain, Tamsui Wharf, or Alishan.
- Mooncake & dessert tasting – taro, pineapple, Hakka mochi.
- Lantern walks in selected cities.
5. National Day (雙十節) – Oct 10, 2026

Traditions: Parades, flag raising, fireworks.
What Malaysians should know: Taipei gets very crowded near the Presidential Office.
Recommended Activities:
- National Day Fireworks – major annual highlight.
- Double Ten Parade – cultural & military displays.
- Museum visits – NPM or CKS Memorial if you want quieter spots.
- Night market hopping – Raohe, Fengjia, Liuhe.
✈️ 3. Travel Tips for Visiting Taiwan During Holidays
🧳 1. Book early — really early
Flights from KL–Taipei and hotels in Taipei, Taichung, and Hualien fill up quickly around:
- Lunar New Year
- Tomb-Sweeping
- Dragon Boat Festival
- Mid-Autumn Festival
🚆 2. High-speed rail (HSR) tickets sell fast
Taiwan’s HSR is incredibly convenient, but holiday weeks are jam-packed.
Reserve online the moment booking opens (usually 28 days ahead).
🍜 3. Some shops close during Lunar New Year
Unlike Malaysia, where most stores reopen quickly, Taiwan’s small businesses may close 2–5 days.
Large malls, convenience stores, and major chains stay open.
🚴 4. Expect more domestic tourists in nature spots
Taiwanese love:
- Sun Moon Lake
- Alishan
- Jiufen
- Kenting
- Hualien/Taroko
During holidays, these spots experience significant local tourist traffic.
🀄 5. Festivals = beautiful photos
Holidays bring:
- Lantern displays
- Outdoor markets
- Cultural shows
- Fireworks
If you love photography, these dates are golden.
🍍 6. Malaysian-friendly food everywhere
Taiwanese cuisine suits Malaysian taste buds:
braised pork rice, scallion pancakes, bubble tea, pepper buns, oyster mee sua.
Even Muslim-friendly restaurants are becoming more common.
Taiwan in 2026 offers plenty of opportunities for Malaysians to enjoy long weekends, cultural festivals, and scenic travel — as long as you plan ahead. Use the leave hacks above, book early, and time your trip around your favorite festival vibes.
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FAQs about Taiwan Holidays
How many public holidays are there in Taiwan in 2026?
There are 18 public holidays in Taiwan in 2026, including 5 new ones added by the "Act on the Implementation of Commemorative and Festival Holidays.How long is the Chinese New Year holiday in Taiwan in 2026?
The Chinese New Year holiday spans 5 consecutive days (Feb 16-20, 2026), including Little Lunar New Year (Feb 16) and Lunar New Year's Day (Feb 17). Including adjacent weekends, the total break can extend to 7 days.What are the 5 new holidays in Taiwan for 2026?
The 5 new public holidays are:
Little Lunar New Year (Feb 16)
Labor Day (May 1, now for all sectors)
Confucius' Birthday/Teachers' Day (Sep 28)
Retrocession Day (Oct 25)
Constitution Day (Dec 25)What is the Chinese calendar for 2026?
2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse in the Chinese lunar calendar. The Lunar New Year begins on February 17, 2026 (the first day of the first lunar month).What is the biggest holiday in Taiwan?
Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) is Taiwan's biggest holiday, with the longest vacation period and most significant cultural importance. It features family reunions, traditional customs, and elaborate feasts, reflecting the shared cultural heritage with mainland China.


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