Department of Information and Tourism, Taipei City Government

Ride into the New Year: Experience Confucian Heritage and Festive Art

To celebrate the Year of the Horse (2026), the Taipei Confucius Temple invites

international visitors to experience a unique blend of ancient wisdom and festive joy.

Our "Confucian Style" celebration features two major waves of activities, offering a

deep dive into traditional Chinese aesthetics.

Part 1: The Grand Opening (Saturday, Jan 31)

Kick-start the festivities with art and hands-on creativity!

• Live Calligraphy & Illustration (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM):

Witness nearly 30 master calligraphers and artists gathering at the Dacheng Hall (the

temple's main shrine). You can request personalized blessings written in elegant ink or

pick a whimsical, modern illustration to take home.

• Traditional Woodblock Printing:

Try your hand at printing "Doufang" (diamond-shaped lucky charms). Our exclusive

2026 designs include:

• Steed at the Apricot Altar: A horse leaping near the legendary place where Confucius

taught, symbolizing wisdom and success.

• Galloping Horses & Ritual Plumes: A design featuring the "Di" (pheasant feathers)

used in the sacred Confucius ritual dances, blending grace with tradition.

• Paper-Cutting Workshop:

Learn the delicate folk art of paper-cutting. Perfect for families, this workshop guides

you to create your own festive horse silhouette to decorate your home.

• Photo Check-in & Limited Gift:

Take a photo at our New Year installation in the Confucianism Square (the main

courtyard). Post it on social media and check in at the Temple to receive a limitededition "Shi-Shi-Ru-Yi" Red Envelope set. The name is a clever pun—it sounds like

"May all go as you wish" but uses the character for "Confucianism" to bring you the

Temple’s special blessing.

Part 2: Lunar New Year Holiday (Feb 17 – Feb 21)

Celebrate the first five days of the Lunar New Year with us.

• Traditional Music Performance (Feb 17, 10:00 AM):

Celebrate New Year's Day with a serene performance by the Yayue Dance Volunteers.

The sound of ancient Chinese instruments will fill the Dacheng Hall Plaza to welcome

the spring.

• New Year Blessing Cards (Daily):

Visit our Calligraphy Blessing Room (Morning & Afternoon sessions), where artists will

write your personal wishes on special New Year cards.

• Hanfu Experience (New & Limited!):

Step back in time by trying on Hanfu (traditional Chinese robes). Walk through the

historic red pillars and stone courtyards in classic attire for an unforgettable photo

opportunity.

Visitor Information

• Location: Taipei Confucius Temple (No. 275, Dalong St., Datong District, Taipei)

• Admission: Free

• Follow Us: For the latest schedule and registration details, please visit our [Taipei

Confucius Temple Facebook Page].

We wish you a Year of the Horse filled with wisdom, vitality, and peace!