Tainan International Mango Festival to launch June 27

Tainan, Taiwan – The city of Tainan, a major mango-producing region in Taiwan where one in every two mangoes sold originates, is gearing up for its 2026 Tainan International Mango Festival. The event, themed "Meet in Tainan, Midsummer Mango Happiness," will officially open on June 27th at the Tsou Ma Lai Farm and continue until July 12th.

The festival promises a vibrant experience for visitors, including hands-on mango-themed activities, interactive games, agricultural product exhibitions, and food education sessions, alongside exciting performances. The opening ceremony will feature Mayor Huang Wei-che and Minister of Agriculture Chen Chun-chi, who will participate in a "Summer Mango Salsa" workshop and witness creative culinary demonstrations showcasing the versatility of Tainan's mangoes. During the festival, visitors can enjoy a discounted entrance fee of NT$100, which includes two NT$50 discount coupons.

Minister Chen Chun-chi highlighted Tainan's rich variety and superior quality of mangoes, which are popular among consumers both domestically and abroad. He expressed the Ministry of Agriculture's commitment to collaborating with local authorities to expand sales channels in international markets, such as South Korea, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of Taiwanese fruits. The festival is seen as a key initiative to promote Tainan's mango industry and rural charm, driving agricultural product consumption and rural tourism.

The Agricultural Bureau has organized a series of regional events to showcase the unique characteristics of Tainan's mango-producing areas. These include "Nanhsi, Mango Loves You" on July 5th in Nanhsi Rose Green Cypress Garden, "Mango Sweet, Baking a Happy Party" on July 11th in Zuojhen Station, and "Yujing is Very Mango" on July 12th at the Yujing Fruit and Vegetable Market. Information on ordering mangoes directly from these production areas can be found on the event's official website or by scanning a QR code, ensuring consumers receive the freshest and most authentic Tainan mangoes delivered to their homes.