Kaohsiung Milk Tea Festival to be held Sept. 19-20

Kaohsiung is gearing up to celebrate its status as Taiwan's "bubble tea capital" with the upcoming 2026 Kaohsiung Milk Tea Festival. Scheduled for September 19-20, the event will take place near Exit 1 of the Yanchengpu MRT station, transforming the area into a hub for beverage enthusiasts and food lovers.

Official statistics highlight Kaohsiung's dominance in the bubble tea industry. As of the end of 2025, the city is home to 3,043 bubble tea establishments, representing almost 20% of Taiwan's total. In 2023 alone, the city's bubble tea businesses generated over NT$8.9 billion in revenue, underscoring its significant economic contribution and cementing its reputation.

The festival, now in its latest iteration, is expected to gather more than 70 popular milk tea and food brands. Organizers are actively seeking participants, with an open call for bubble tea brands and food vendors across Taiwan to register by July 24. The event aims not only to showcase popular drinks but also to drive tourism and boost the local economy by highlighting Yancheng district's rich culinary heritage and historical sites.

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Kaohsiung has 3,043 bubble tea shops, the most in Taiwan, accounting for nearly one-fifth of the national total. In 2023, Kaohsiung's bubble tea sales exceeded NT$8.9 billion.