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The 2026 Central Taiwan Lantern Festival has kicked off at Taichung Central Park. Not to be missed is the “Realm of Jingzhe” exhibition area conceptualized by the city government’s Construction Bureau. At the entrance, a 5m-tall head of a Pegasus welcomes visitors into a mythical realm where life stirs at the first blush of spring. Each section in the exhibition area features an immersive experience of dazzling lights and mesmerizing soundscapes, taking visitors to the otherworld, at the heart of the city.

This otherworldly exhibition area, the “Realm of Jingzhe” at the Central Taiwan Lantern Festival was conceptualized by the Taichung City Government’s Construction Bureau. This year’s Lantern Festival is closely followed by the lunisolar term of Jingzhe, or “awakening of insects.” It’s the prelude to Spring Equinox, when life stirs from its slumber. At the entrance, a 5m-tall head of an illuminated flying horse ushers visitors into a mythical realm, where adventure awaits.

Chen Ta-tien, the head of the Construction Bureau said the imagery of a Pegasus taking flight to kick of the Year of the Horse represents the first thunders announcing the upcoming spring season. And thus life reawakens. The wrought-iron centerpiece, with glittering fairy lights, is like a spirit animal leading visitors to an otherworld full of vitality, where life force emerges from the depths of the earth.

Chen Ta-tien
Taichung Construction Bureau
We planned nine themed lantern exhibitions in this area. Each and every one is accompanied by its very own soundtrack and immersive scene design. From the entrance, where the head of a horse takes visitors in, we pass through a rainforest and a Mayan-themed lantern area. We will also witness civilizations from thousands of years ago. We hope that visitors will enjoy the lanterns and art, while also interacting with each scene and fully immerse themselves.

Entering the mythical rainforest, divine creatures appear to linger in the foliage under the flickering lights, taking visitors to a secret world where the first blush of spring is revealed. Further in, along a vine-covered walkway by the ark, we enter an ancient lost civilization that continues to inspire. Mayan gods stand proud on the interactive stage, filling visitors with awe.

Chen Ta-tien
Taichung Construction Bureau
There’s a platform in the Mayan cultural area. Visitors can watch the show and also interact with the characters. We want everyone to enjoy the immersive experience of interacting with dancers from thousands of years ago.

Hsieh Yu-ching
Curator
Upon encountering our lost ark, visitors can imagine just how humans used to yearn for the continuation of life. So we also hope that after the audience leaves, they can reflect on how to cherish our planet Earth. One must understand that we must cherish all that we have, because thousands of years ago, humans only wanted to live, so we must cherish the earth.

The exhibition doesn’t compromise on safety over presentation. To ensure that visitors can walk safely, signal lights are installed along the path for visitors. The exhibition areas’ light design also prioritizes safety.

Chen Ta-tien
Taichung Construction Bureau
Along the walkways and around the forested areas, we designed the lighting in such a way that the lights are brighter. That way, parents can rest assured that their kids are safe playing in this well-lit area.

The 2026 Central Taiwan Lantern Festival, with the Taichung City Government’s “Realm of Jingzhe” brings museum-worthy art to the masses. With immersive experiences amid the urban landscape, visitors can feel the vigor of a galloping flying horse amid inctricate light designs and soundscapes at Taichung Central Park this annual festival of lights.

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