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The "2025 Waiao Moonlight·Surf Market" hosted by the Northeast Coast Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications and the Yilan Coast National Scenic Area Administration was held on the beach in front of the Waiao Service Area from August 16th to 17th. The two-day event attracted more than 15,000 participants. The scene intertwined art, music, fire dance and food to create the most sensory coastal experience.
Market × Art × Music × Fire Dance
Despite intermittent rain on August 17th, the event remained enthusiastic and the atmosphere remained high, demonstrating the unique appeal and resilience of summer tourism in the Northeast Coast. The beachside feast, which lasted from sunset to moonrise, began in the afternoon. Sixty distinctive brands, including the "Hao Hao Hands Smile Market" and the "Greater Northeast Coast Tourism Circle," showcased creative handmade products, lifestyle products, and local cuisine in a limited-time "Surf Market." The on-site art group, "Art Chill Vibe," offered hands-on activities such as body painting, feather wood panel painting, and stamp graffiti, attracting enthusiastic participation from families and young people, infusing the beach with a rich artistic atmosphere.
The "Dancing Waves and Moonlight" music evening, which kicked off on August 16, featured performances by popular singers such as Shawn Shangrong, Chenyo Chenyo, Zhang Ruofan, Wei Jiaying, Wu Wenfang and Ideal Bastard. The audience danced to the rhythm of the music and the waves, creating a lively atmosphere and setting a lively prelude to the event.
The grand finale, "Island Shadows Dancing Waves," on August 17th, featured a brand-new dance performance by the Fantu Art Performance Team and the Soon-to-Become-True Fire Dance Company, incorporating the fishing net culture of Toucheng. Despite intermittent rain during the performance, the crowd's enthusiasm remained strong, with photographers securing seats early to capture the breathtaking fire dance against the night sky and waves. The interweaving of fire, music, and the roar of the waves created a visually and emotionally captivating performance that drew thunderous applause from the audience.
Tourism linkage × local common good - deepening the local industrial chain
This event also showcased the strength of the tourism industry and local momentum. The first-ever limited-edition one-day tour, "Rail Waves," combined cycling, fishing culture, guided tours of local attractions, and evening performances. This seamless, all-day experience was highly praised, seamlessly integrating daytime and nighttime activities for an in-depth travel experience.
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To coincide with the event, the Northeast Corner Management Office and Yilan accommodation operators launched a "Stay and Get a Gift" promotion, allowing guests to redeem limited-edition souvenirs at the market with a voucher, enjoy convenient transportation, and fully experience the event atmosphere. Additionally, a "Spend a Certain Amount, Get a Gift" promotion was launched at the market to boost sales, effectively increasing vendor revenue and brand visibility.
The Northeast Coast Management Office stated that the "2025 Wai'ao Moonlit Night·Surf Market" is more than just a celebration of music and food; it successfully integrates art, culture, tourism, and local industries, deepening the Northeast Coast's tourism value chain and promoting shared development. The event also features themed photo booths and a friendly shuttle service, creating a tourist-friendly environment for every visitor to enjoy this romantic and exciting summer event. As night falls, moonlight dances with the waves, bringing the two-day event to a perfect conclusion, leaving behind unforgettable midsummer memories for the Northeast Coast.
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