Jointly organized by the Ministry of Education and the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), and hosted by Taiwan’s five major science museums, the 2026 Taiwan Science Festival will take place from November 7 to November 15, bringing together a diverse range of scientific, educational, and cultural experiences for audiences of all ages. As one of the festival’s key venues, the National Science and Technology Museum (NSTM) in Kaohsiung has partnered with six leading science and technology organizations, including the Chunghwa Telecom Institute 5G Application Demonstration Site, CPC Petroleum Exploration Hall, Southern Taiwan Weather Center, Metal Industries Research & Development Centre (MIRDC), Taiwan Semiconductor Research Institute (TSRI) under the National Applied Research Laboratories, and the Radiant Education Foundation. Under the theme “Sharing Science, Sailing Toward Sustainability,” the festival will feature a wide array of science exhibitions, educational performances, hands-on workshops, and interactive experiences designed to inspire public engagement with science and encourage sustainable lifestyles.

Spotlight Themes: Energy and Indigenous Science

This year’s festival focuses on two major themes: Energy and Indigenous Science, highlighting the connections between scientific innovation, environmental sustainability, and traditional knowledge.

1. Science Stage Shows: Magic, Electricity, and Indigenous Music

The festival opens with a series of science-themed performances presented in collaboration with the Kaohsiung City Government Economic Development Bureau. Featured programs include educational science magic shows focused on electricity conservation, such as “The Street Power Company: Generating, Saving, and Experiencing Electricity” and “Lighting the Way with Energy-Efficient Lamps: From Incandescent to Fluorescent and LED Technologies.”

Visitors will also experience the power of static electricity firsthand through interactive demonstrations featuring a Leyden jar, one of the earliest electrical storage devices. During the second weekend, audiences can enjoy popular science-magic productions including “Adventure on the Magical Island” and “Secrets of the Magic Academy,” where scientific principles are revealed through immersive storytelling and visual effects. Adding a unique cultural dimension, Bunun tribal elders and youth performers will present traditional mouth harp and pestle music performances accompanied by explanations of the acoustic principles behind these indigenous musical traditions. The result is a captivating fusion of ancestral wisdom and modern scientific understanding.

2. Industry, Academia, and Philanthropy Unite for Ocean Science Education

The Radiant Education Foundation, a long-time advocate of science education, has partnered with NSTM to present a series of ocean-themed educational activities inspired by the popular children’s picture book “The Kuroshio Adventure.” Highlights include an interactive storytelling session and the workshop “Beware! The Giant Maze Within the Kuroshio Current.” Through engaging activities, participants will explore the origins, pathways, and environmental significance of the Kuroshio Current while gaining a deeper understanding of its influence on Taiwan’s marine ecosystems and climate.

3. Two Weekends of Science Markets and Family Fun

Throughout the festival, more than 80 featured booths each weekend will transform the museum into a vibrant hub of innovation, creativity, and community engagement. Together, these events blend science, culture, food, sustainability, and creativity into an engaging festival experience.

4. PTS XS Special Screening Day

On November 14, the festival will host a special PTS XS Screening Day at the museum’s large-format cinema. The screening event will be accompanied by live guest appearances from production teams and educational facilitators. Through interactive demonstrations and discussions, children will be invited to explore topics such as disaster prevention, ecological conservation, and insect science in an engaging and accessible way.

Inspiring Scientific Curiosity and a Sustainable Future

The Taiwan Science Festival is one of the National Science and Technology Museum’s flagship annual science engagement events. By integrating science, culture, sustainability, and innovation through hands-on and cross-disciplinary experiences, the festival seeks to foster scientific literacy and inspire the next generation of explorers and innovators. This annual celebration of science invites people of all ages to discover the excitement of scientific discovery and join the journey toward a smarter and more sustainable future. 2026 Taiwan Science Festival November 7–15, 2026 National Science and Technology Museum, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.