Indigenous People Commission

August 1 Indigenous Peoples Week activities kick off on July 27, making a stunning debut at the Xinzhongshan outdoor venue.

　　Taipei City’s unique August 1 Indigenous Peoples Week activities will be officially launched at the Xinzhongshan Linear Park adjacent to Zhongshan MRT Station on the 27th. The organizer, the Indigenous Peoples Commission of Taipei City Government (hereinafter referred to as the Commission), stated that August 1, 2024 marks the 30th anniversary of renaming Taiwan's original inhabitants as “indigenous peoples”, giving this year’s August 1 Indigenous Peoples Day exceptional historical significance. This is why the August 1 Indigenous Peoples Week activities have been expanded this year to include daily celebrations from July 27 through August 4. Everyone is welcome to join this grand event.

　　This year, the August 1 Indigenous Peoples Week activities are celebrating their second year under the theme “SALAMA! Urban Indigenous Cultural Festival with Fun”. Apart from the large installation artworks that showcase the origins of Indigenous Peoples Day, the 16 major indigenous ethnic groups, and their traditional rituals, this festival also features a special runway show at Xinzhongshan Linear Park in collaboration with students from the Department of Fashion Design at Shih Chien University. This show combines traditional indigenous costumes with contemporary design elements, featuring over 20 models and showcasing an “urban chic indigenous style”.

　　Moreover, the organizer has invited several indigenous pop singers and music groups to perform during this two-day event, giving attendees the opportunity to experience some of the most moving indigenous music. The nearby Jazz Square will host DIY workshops, allowing participants to engage with authentic indigenous culture. Moreover, an indigenous peoples' market featuring 60 stalls from across the country will offer classic steamed bamboo rice, Makao lemon tea, millet-marinated meat, handmade traditional accessories, and even fresh vegetables and fruits from indigenous villages, inviting people to visit the festival to experience the most authentic style of indigenous villages!

　　The Commission stated that, since this year’s August 1 Indigenous Peoples Day is the 30th anniversary of renaming indigenous people, the festival has organized two consecutive days of promotional and interactive activities, including a consumption/quest points-based lottery with accumulated prizes exceeding NT$150,000, to invite more people to join in the celebration and boost surrounding business opportunities. Moreover, it also collaborates with Taipei Metro to launch a promotional activity: visitors can add the Commission as a Line friend, download Taipei Metro’s Go APP, and join the membership. They can then scan the QR code at the activity service desk on July 27 and 28 to receive 50 Go APP points. These points can be used for discounts at the market booths on these two days. People are welcome to participate in this promotional activity and enjoy a joyful Indigenous Peoples Week.

　　” The 2024 August 1 Indigenous Peoples Week”- SALAMA! Urban Indigenous Cultural Festival with Fun of this year will kick off on July 27 and 28 at Xinzhongshan Linear Park (outside Exit 4 of Zhongshan MRT Station). From July 29 to 31, the “Indigenous Peoples Day Special Exhibition and Unplugged Concert” will be held in the atrium on the first floor of Taipei City Hall. Featuring exhibits of indigenous literature and costumes, this event is ideal for the entire family to enjoy a unique cultural experience during the summer. August 1 Indigenous Peoples Day also marks the Taipei City Indigenous Costume Day. The Commission has organized a free indigenous costume experiencing activity in the atrium on the first floor, with the first 100 participants receiving a limited-edition commemorative photo frame. The Commission invites all citizens to join this event and create unforgettable memories for Indigenous Peoples Week.

　　On August 2, the Special Exhibition of Austronesian Culture and Tribal University Achievement Exhibition will be held at the Ketagalan Culture Center. On August 3, a cultural exchange and market themed around the traditional food and culture of Austronesian peoples will take place at Taipei EXPO Park. To celebrate this event, three renowned chefs will present their delicacies and six performing groups will invited to bring to life the dynamic cultural ambiance of the Austronesian peoples, offering attendees an enchanting experience of the Taipei City Indigenous Peoples Cultural Festival. On August 4, indigenous DIY and cultural activities will be held in the main hall on the first floor of the Ketagalan Culture Center, offering visitors a series of engaging and continuous activities. For more information, please visit the Commission’s Facebook page “Indigenous Taipei” for the latest updates on related events.