Dragon Boat Festival 2023-2025 Celebrates Taiwan's Rich Culture

Holiday and Festivities Abound

The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as the Double Fifth Festival, is a special time in Taiwan when the country enjoys a major holiday vacation. During this time, Taiwan holds the Taipei International Dragon Boat Championships and dragon boat races, showcasing the traditional dragon boat culture. Other activities include helmsman training and on-land rowing.

Dates for 2023-2025

The dates for the Dragon Boat festivals in Taiwan for the next three years are as follows:

• 2023: June 22nd
• 2024: June 10th
• 2025: May 31st

The Dragon Boat Festival, or Duanwu Festival, is celebrated every year on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. It is a time for families and friends to gather and watch dragon boat races, eat traditional foods, and enjoy the festivities.