Taiwan to Light Up Landmarks for U.S. 250th Anniversary

Taiwan will participate in the "Freedom 250" global lighting event to commemorate the United States' 250th anniversary. The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) announced that Taipei 101 will be illuminated in red, white, and blue lights from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4th. The north facade of Taipei 101 will also display celebratory messages via LED.

This initiative is coordinated by U.S. embassies worldwide, inviting global landmarks to light up in the national colors. The aim is to honor the founding principles of the United States and its enduring international partnerships. In Taiwan, five significant landmarks will participate. Besides Taipei 101, the National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts (Weiwuying) will light up its northwest corner and display the "Freedom 250" logo. The China Steel Corporation headquarters and the Kaohsiung Music Center will also be lit in red, white, and blue. Additionally, the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park will feature a 20-minute light show, including a 3-minute theme video, daily from June 1st to 9th.

The "Freedom 250" global lighting event is part of a year-long series of activities organized by AIT. These events reflect on America's founding ideals and the crucial role diplomacy has played throughout its development. The successful execution of these activities relies on strong support and collaboration from Taiwan's public and private sectors, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the National Science and Technology Council, the Ministry of Culture, the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO), and the city governments of Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung. AIT's own facility in Neihu will also participate in the lighting event from June 29th to July 5th, 2026.

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Taiwan will join the "Freedom 250" global lighting event to commemorate the United States' 250th anniversary.