Speaking of the past to move forward toward the future… 

Inspired by a dialogue with Spain, this year’s TAIWANfest is examining the transformations of cultural legacies through the history of human migration. Explore fascinating stories through language, from Hokkien to Hakka, from dance to music. 

Experience the fusion of Spanish and Taiwanese culture in Flamenco de Formosa at the Fleck Dance Theatre, featuring Hsueh Yu Hsien, member of the Ballet Nacional de España. From studying flamenco in Spain to dancing in the mountains of Taiwan, what has the language of dance taught the Hsueh family of dancers? How does the flamenco spirit reflect the Taiwanese soul?

Feel the power of music through our live performances. In collaboration with Jade Music Fest, ¡Sinophone! brings together Chinese-language artists from Taiwan and Canada to share their story in their mother tongues. How does their diasporic background influence creativity? How do musicians reconcile traditional and contemporary sound? Featuring Lilium, Jacq Teh, Chynna Lewis, AIKO TOMI, and more.

Take a walk through our first-ever artist market featuring local artisans. Sit in on Hope Talks by Taiwanese scholars and writers to learn about the 400 years of Hokkien and Hakka history in Taiwan. Enjoy films and workshops for all ages, and more!

2024 TAIWANfest returns to Harbourfront Centre from Aug 23 – 25. Learn more at torontotaiwanfest.ca.