Beitou's commercial district transforms into a magical amusement park this summer with the "Beitou Summer Magic Festival 2024." The event features a revival of classic house cuisine, Nakasi music, and various check-in art installations. With a rich history and abundant hot spring resources, Beitou's unique cultural charm shines through. Taipei Deputy Mayor Lin Yi-hua stated that the "Beitou Summer Magic Festival 2024" incorporates local cultural elements, creating five unique check-in art points and extending decorations to the geothermal valley. 
"The main light display at the fountain in Beitou Park: 'Summer Magic ~ The Arrival of the Hot Spring Wizard' (Photo courtesy of the Taipei City Office of Commerce)."
Beitou's Centuries-old Culture: Discover "House Cuisine" and "Nakasi Music"
This year's event highlights the themes of "house cuisine" and "Nakasi music" with weekly activities, electronic stamp collections, social media raffles, and mini trips in Beitou, allowing the public to learn about Beitou's century-old culture deeply. The main decoration, "The Arrival of the Hot Spring Wizard," blends artist creations with hot spring elements and ambient lighting to create a romantic evening atmosphere. Every weekend, Qixing Park hosts music performances, family theater shows a magical market, and DIY activities for diverse family participation.
Classic House Cuisine Banquet: A Taste of Nostalgia
Qixing Street will be closed for the "House Cuisine Banquet," where renowned chef Chen Chi-wen will recreate Beitou's classic house cuisine. Chef Afa and Chen Chi-wen will prepare exquisite traditional dishes for over 300 guests, with singer Li Binghui and the Nakasi Yun Club performing classic Nakasi songs. Chef Chen Chi-wen will demonstrate his culinary skills, and guests will enjoy live performances, reviving Beitou's classic culture. Additionally, hotels offer special promotions, such as breakfast with house cuisine menus at Beitou Sweet-Me Hot Spring Resort and classic dishes at Beitou Spring City Resort, allowing guests to enjoy both the food and hot spring fun.
Every weekend during the festival, themed activities such as music and house cuisine banquets, family adventures, and summer music parties will ensure fun-filled weekends.
Beitou Mini Trips: Cultural Tours with Professional Guides
Besides enjoying the cuisine, visitors can join mini trips in Beitou to explore its history and culture with local guides. Every weekend afternoon, five classic routes will narrate the beauty and culture of Beitou, offering a deep understanding of the city's unique charm. During the event, cultural areas around Beitou will extend their hours until 8 PM, including the new Beitou Station, Ketagalan Cultural Center, and Beitou Hot Spring Museum, allowing the public to fully enjoy the food, activities, and explore every corner of Beitou.
