2024 Taichung "CMP Christmas Village" Opens! A Snowy Pathway, Classic Christmas Market, and Over 30 Performances to Create a Festive Wonderland
Taichung's Iconic Winter Festival: "Qinmei Caowu Christmas Village" Opens!The highly anticipated "Qinmei Caowu Christmas Village" in Taichung has officially opened, running from November 22, 2024, to January 2, 2025. This year's festivities feature a dazzling array of attractions, including a 6-meter-tall silver Christmas tree made of nearly 100 stacked silver gift boxes, the "Silver Forest Trail" illuminated by 400,000 lights, a recreated classic Western Christmas market called the "Christmas Cottage Village," and the chance to exchange surprise gifts with strangers at the "Gift Exchange Center."Under the theme "Incredible Life, Incredible Season," this year’s event brings together nearby attractions such as the Park Lane by CMP, Taichung CMP Intercontinental Hotel, and CMP Block Museum of Arts to transform the Caowu Road lifestyle area into the ultimate Christmas wonderland. Here are some of the highlights you won’t want to miss:6-Meter Silver Gift Christmas TreeThe 6-meter-tall Christmas tree, known as the "Wrapped Tree," is located in front of Eslite at CMP. With a concept centered on "gifts" and "wrapping," the tree is composed of nearly 100 stacked silver boxes. Suspended decorations radiate like twinkling stars, with timed light shows adding surprises.A "Path of Light" was created with 400,000 light bulbs. (Photo / Courtesy of CMP Christmas Village)"Silver Forest Trail" on Caowu RoadIn collaboration with TangArt Technology, the Christmas Village features the "Path of Light", a 250-meter-long green corridor transformed into a snowy forest trail, enveloped by a sea of glittering lights. Inspired by the natural landscapes of the CMP lifestyle area, this serene and magical design enhances the winter scenery with intricate layers of light.Exchange Surprise Gifts with StrangersA Christmas tradition isn’t complete without gift exchanges. At the "Gift Exchange Center" on Golden Corridor, visitors are invited to swap gifts with strangers. The futuristic silver and tech-inspired space features contributions from artists such as TRASH Lin Yiyuan, Fran, illustrator KURT WU, and Pessimistic Guy, who have prepared exclusive gifts and blessing cards. You might even receive one of their specially curated surprises!"Christmas Cottage Village": A Classic Western MarketPARK2 transforms into a "Christmas Cottage Village", blending traditional elements, live performances, and limited-edition culinary delights. Two festive markets will be held, including the local "Iolemarket Snail Market" and the second edition of the "Winter Music Park Market", featuring curated vinyl records, coffee, unique merchandise, and captivating musical performances.During the event, there will be performances by 17 groups of street artists, featuring singing, magic, and various circus acts, offering the most festive atmosphere. (Photo / Courtesy of CMP Christmas Village)Ugly Sweater Party and Themed PerformancesPlenty of Christmas-themed parties and performances await! The "Silent Party – Ugly Sweater" invites you to don your ugliest Christmas sweater for a silent disco. Meanwhile, "Sound of the PARK" collaborates with Taipei's famous music brand Shengbo Project, and 17 groups of street performers will bring a lively holiday atmosphere with music, magic, circus tricks, and more.13 Fragrance Pop-Up Shops & HAY Limited Store DebutFor year-end gifting, Eslite CMP hosts the fragrance pop-up "Merry Puffy," showcasing 13 fragrance brands such as 10/10 HOPE and Maison Margiela, offering everything from personal care to home scents in beautifully designed puff packaging. Meanwhile, Danish design brand HAY debuts a limited store featuring popular global home décor and light furniture in a festive Nordic-inspired space.2024Qinmei Caowu Christmas Village PARKLANE CHRISTMASEvent time|2024.11.22–2025.01.02Event website|https://parklane-life.com/08XiOThis article is republished with permission from La Vie.