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Christmasland in New Taipei City—Notices
  1. Do not bring drugs, knives (guns), explosives, ballons and other illegal items into the event venue.
  2. Smoking (including electronic cigarette; heated smoking equipment) are prohibited at Christmasland (including surrounding sidewalks).
  3. Ballons are prohibited to enter the event venue.
  4. Firecrackers are prohibited at the venue. According to New Taipei City Firecrackers and Pyrotechnics Control Regulations, a maximum fine of NT$30,000 to NT$150,000 will be imposed. Violators will be prosecuted according to social violations.
  5. Engaging in political "assemblies and processions”, religion, solicitation and any form of signature-related activities are prohibited at the venue.
  6. Aerial cameras are not allowed without permits.
  7. Do not step on the turf.
  8. Taking public transportation to the venue is strongly recommended.

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Magical Christmas Star Concert Lineup Unveiled Spectacular Performances to Rock the Citizen Square

The highlight of the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City is here! The highly anticipated "Magical Christmas Star Concert" will be grandly held on December 14 (Saturday) and December 15 (Sunday). At the press conference today (27th), the concert hosts were announced along with an 18-act dazzling performance lineup. Fans were thrilled as the popular boy band Ozone made a surprise appearance, performing live and sparking continuous cheers from the audience! At the press conference for the "Magical Christmas Star Concert" lineup announcement held today (27th), the hosts and exciting performers were revealed. Celebrity hosts Chen Han-dian and Sandra will team up for the first time to take the stage, expressing their excitement and anticipation to perform at Christmasland. The boy band Ozone, returning to the Christmasland stage, also made a surprise appearance as special guests, delighting the audience with their performance and expressing their joy at celebrating the holiday with everyone. They promised to bring the warmest Christmas spirit to this winter event. The eagerly awaited lineup of headliners has been revealed! On December 14 (Saturday), the "Dream Night" will kick off with the soulful vocals of Golden Melody Award winner Eve Ai. Following her will be stellar performances by Chen Hua, Lee Dong-hsuan, Kumachan, Ann Bai, GX Drum, Lu Siwei, Xiao Bingzhi, and 831. The finale will feature the "Korean Beyoncé," goddess Hyolyn, who will dazzle the audience with energetic K-POP medleys and her stunning high notes, ensuring a night of ultimate excitement! On December 15 (Sunday), the "Dream Fulfillment Night" will start with a bang as Energy, a hugely popular boy band making their comeback, takes the stage by storm. Following them will be performances by icyball, BOOM!, Monster Star Man, Hong Wei-zhe, Accidental Meeting, AcQUA R.Y.G., Cosmos People, and Ozone. The grand finale will feature the legendary rock band Accusefive, delivering hit after hit of emotional ballads. Their performance will turn the venue into a giant karaoke party, concluding the event with a perfect note of happiness. The "Magical Christmas Star Concert" of the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City will be broadcast live on December 14 (Saturday) and December 15 (Sunday) from 6 PM to 10 PM on Era MUCH TV and MOD Channel One. Everyone is invited to join and immerse themselves in the enchanting concert atmosphere! To accommodate the crowds for the two-day event, additional train services will be provided by Taiwan High Speed Rail and Taiwan Railways. The New Taipei City Tourism and Travel Department encourages attendees to use public transportation. Visitors can take the Taiwan High-Speed Rail, Taiwan Railways, or Taipei MRT Bannan Line to Banqiao Station and walk to Citizen Square. For more details on the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City, please visit the NewTaipei.Travel & Facebook & Instagram

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Celebrities unbox the magical fairy tale kingdom—A panoramic view of the magical and mysterious light and shadow

“2024 Christmasland in New Taipei city” is officially opened on Friday, November 15th, attracting visitors from all different places. “Magic Fairy Tale Kingdom” was created at Fuzhong Shopping Area, utilizing mysterious and magical light and shadow to bring immersive brilliant fantasy for visitors. Every Saturday and Sunday during the event period, a creative themed market is set up and everyone is welcome to join this childlike fun and fantastic Christmas holiday! “Magic Fairy Tale Kingdom” is the theme for Fuzhong Plaza light zone, bringing people mysterious and astonishing scenes. Every corner of the kingdom is cast with mysterious magic. Coming to your eye first is the “Elks’ Fantasy Forest”: The night sky is streaked by meteors, sprinkled with starlight and a herd of elegant elk shuttles lightly, making it a fantastic winter wonderland; walking along the plaza, visitors will see “Magic Flowers” floating with the wind and butterflies are dancing around with them, adding a special rhythm for Christmas holiday. A “Magic Gift Box” standing in the night sky and colorful and cute magic props rotate with the magic gift box as if bringing people across the stars and having the bird view of the whole Magic Fairy Tale Kingdom. “Magic Planet” uses colorful balls and tulips, symbolizing purity, to circulate the cute little pony, making a fairy tale full of blessing atmosphere. “Deep Sea Fantasy” applies with colorful coral reefs and cute clownfish swim leisurely, making people feel the infinite vitality and curiosity of the underwater world. “Happy Christmasland Stage” is filled with joyful Christmas atmosphere, allowing people of all ages to feel the power of magic charm! 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City invites Korean cheerleading goddess, Duohui Li, to shoot the unboxing video of light installation introduction of Fuzhong Plaza light zone and the weekend creative market. During the process, we not only demonstrated the use of the Christmas atmosphere filters limited to the Fuzhong light zone, the on-site magic installations to take beautiful photos, but also shared the cute and dreamy photo poses with everyone. These will allow visitors to experience the distinctive magical Christmas holiday in Taiwan. Duohui Li also took a short tour with New Taipei City Mayor, Yoyi Ho, and tasted the gourmet food at Fuzhong Shopping Area. Everyone is invited to have fun at Christmasland in New Taipei City! Every Saturday and Sunday during the event period, “Fantasy Costume Kids’ Festival” is hosted at Fuzhong Shopping Area which includes rock & roll winter party, little elf Children's music celebration, happy handmade magic DIY, and fantasy carnival. 50 food and cultural and creative gadgets stalls are stationed here, allowing visitors not only to experience the charm of magic light installations but also enjoy shopping here! Besides, from 19:00 to 19:30 every Sunday during the event period, the magic character, Cola (Elemental explorer), will also show up from time to time to have fun with people during the weekend. For more details on the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City, please visit the NewTaipei.Travel & Facebook & Instagram

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Famous characters and landmarks make an amazing appearance The fantasy of the shining winter kingdom arrives

“2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City “uses the City of Magic as its theme, creating a variety of fantastic and creative light installations. Famous international IPs are also invited including well-known characters such as Minions, Godzilla and Kong, Barbie, Furball Snacks, and Transformers. The famous Queen’s Head of Yehliu Geopark also appears surprisingly at Christmasland welcoming people to start a fantastic journey of discovery for 48 days. Each light zone has its distinctiveness. Several internationally famous characters are invited here including childlike fun and cute Banana Day—Minions located at New Taipei City Plaza—Zhongshan and Xinfu intersection. Visitors of all ages are welcome to take photos with them. Various of famous international IP will arrive at Magic Cinema light zone located at Wanping Park to bring an immersive experience for visitors. “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” allows people to stand in between Godzilla and Kong to feel the majesty and shocking atmosphere of the Titans. At “Transformers Heroes Photo Area,” there are the most handsome autobots—Optimus Prime and Decepticon—Megatron for you to take photos! “Hot Wheels 2011 Classic Bone Shaker Flame Car Photo Area” uses 1:64 scale to make the car authentically. Also, “UNO Classic Card Photo Area” is a classic broad game suitable for parent-child gathering. Besides, “SNACKLES Foodies Christmas Portal Photo Area” brings you pet foodies with chubby figures holding snacks tightly in their hands to accompany you for Christmas. At last, “Barbie Pink Christmas Fantasy Wardrobe Photo Area” allows visitors to immerse themselves in pink and shining fashion, welcoming everyone to take photos and check in here. Let us enjoy this cinema atmosphere of magical childlike fun and create great memories of Christmas! Located at New Taipei City Plaza, “the City of Magic” light zone also works collaboratively with the North Coast Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transport and the Guanyin Mountain National Scenic Area Management Office to design the “Fantasy Queen,” representing the famous Queen’s Head at Yehliu Geopark. Combined with humanistic colorful weaving techniques and special-shaped metal frames, “Fancy Queen” utilizing different lights in day and night to present its art. South Square of Banqiao Station on the Circular Line is also fantastic for its light installations. “Twilight City” applies with huge immersive light installation art to bring the most gorgeous costume party in winter. In addition, “Starry Galaxy” is a dazzling lighting installation as if made of ice crystals, welcoming people to experience the romantic atmosphere. At the entrance, “Magic Ice Crystal” utilizes blue and silver color to create the colorful and magical kingdom of winter. Let everyone enjoy the Christmas season like no other! Besides wonderful light installations, on the Xianmin Avenue section of Banqiao Station of the Circular Line, the double-arc sound insulation wall is also being used for city beautification. Combined colored adhesive films and light arts, a variety of dynamic changes in diverse colors and lights are presented 15 minutes every hour during evening time. During the Christmas period, “Christmas holiday” limited edition will be presented to welcome 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City with everyone! For more details on the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City, please visit the NewTaipei.Travel & Facebook & Instagram

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The magic angel arrives at Christmasland and the opening night lights up the night sky

2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City hosts its opening event— “Magic Christmasland Opening Night” on November 15th. At the opening event, Mayor of New Taipei City, Yu-Ih Hou, Chief Representative & Executive Director of German Trade Office Taipei, Dr.Eva Langerbeck, and Director of the Tourism and Travel Department,New Taipei City, Tsung-Ming Yang, riding the luminous touring car decorated as Santa Claus and reindeers. Their lovely and cute appearance attract the public’s attention. New Taipei City Mayor, Yoyi Ho leads the City Government team and guests to carry out the lighting ceremony, welcoming the magic power for 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City and announcing the event start officially! Let’s join this Christmas costume party and experience the most fantastic and colorful city of magic. 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City innovates every year. This year, the Christmas tree transforms into a magic angel and arrives at Christmasland with dazzling appearance. She lights up the whole night with lights and echoes with the surrounding light devices as stars shine upon the sky, showing joy and happiness. The eight-floor high LED castle located at the north side of New Taipei City Plaza has the function of main show and performance stage which will bring people a fantastic and diverse immersive visual feast for 48 days! The light opening ceremony is the full version of the LED castle main show. It brings people the power of the City of Magic. The new characters, Owl-Magic sage, Rabbit-Soul healer, Unicorn-Sacred shield guardian, and Bear-Elemental explorer, have distinctive magic power. They utilize their power to help people overcome the obstacles and solve their problems, so that everyone can enjoy Christmas happily and peacefully. During the break time of the main show, visitors can see the Magic Angel and Santa Claus as they ride the train, embarking on a whimsical journey filled with fun and magical adventures. The Santa Claus and reindeers luminous touring cars are also officially unveiled today (15th). Santa Claus rides the reindeer car and passes on blessings and happiness. During the event, the Santa Claus and reindeers luminous touring cars will parade around New Taipei City Plaza (the City of Magic) Light zone and Banqiao Station Square (Magical Paradise) Light zone from time to time, adding a joyful atmosphere to Christmasland in New Taipei City. New Taipei City Tourism and Travel Department suggests visitors to take public transportation to visit 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City.For more details on the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City, please visit the NewTaipei.Travel & Facebook & Instagram

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Your Must-Visit Guide to Christmasland in New Taipei City: Four Unique Lighting Zones Shine Bright

The 14th 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City will dazzle visitors starting Friday, November 15. This year’s highlights include a magical angel-themed Christmas tree adorned with vibrant, color-changing lights that transform the venue into a glittering wonderland. Visitors can also enjoy a brand-new eight-story-high LED castle hosting daily performances. Additionally, the lighting zones have expanded, featuring four enchanting areas where visitors can stroll with loved ones, bask in a romantic and magical atmosphere, and marvel at the stunning illuminations. The 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City features four main lighting zones, each reflecting a magical theme through diverse artistic installations. The Magical City zone at Citizen Square includes the area around Banqiao Station East Gate 2 and the Circular Line Banqiao Station South Plaza, immersing visitors in a whimsical wonderland. International IP favorites, such as the Minions' Banana Day Minion Banana Festival, and a tribute to the iconic Queen's Head of the North Coast titled Fantastic Transforming Queen, add delightful surprises. The Circular Line Banqiao Station South Plaza transforms into a glittering Winter Kingdom, offering an extraordinary magical and romantic experience. The Magical Manor zone at Station Front Plaza invites visitors into an immersive world of fantasy. Highlights include the Dreamlike Leaning Tower and Emerald Fairyland, illuminated with golden lights, as well as Santa's Joyful Train, a large-scale mechanical performance installation. Surrounding this are the Tech Magic Market, styled as a futuristic space capsule adorned with neon light strips, Christmas wreaths, and vines, creating a truly otherworldly magical atmosphere. Meanwhile, the Magical Fairytale Kingdom zone at Fuzhong Plaza enchants with whimsical fairytale-inspired designs. Magical touches bring each corner to life, including the Magical Blossoms swaying gracefully in the breeze, adding a rhythmic charm to the festive season, and the Deep Sea Fantasy, where vibrant clownfish dart through a kaleidoscope of corals, crafting a dreamlike underwater wonderland. Lastly, the Magical Cinema zone at Wanping Park welcomes globally beloved movie characters, offering countless photo opportunities. Expect appearances by Transformers and Barbie, creating unforgettable moments for visitors of all ages. This year’s Christmasland not only boasts stunning photo spots but also offers a range of fun attractions. Citizen Square hosts a Magical Spinning Unicorn and a Magical Hot Air Balloon, while Station Front Plaza features the radiant Magical Ferris Wheel and the mysterious Fantasy Train, which transports visitors through time and space. These exciting attractions make Christmasland a perfect destination for family fun. For more details on the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City, please visit the NewTaipei.Travel & Facebook & Instagram

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The city is filled with magical lights, and the media preview brings you a sneak peak of the light zone

The much anticipated "2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City" will be grandly opened on 11/15 (Friday). New Taipei City Tourism and Travel Department hosted the media preview event, revealing the main show device of the City of Magic and its surrounding light devices. The LED main show of the castle and the story both catch the public’s attention, bringing the magical atmosphere of Christmas! "2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City" has specially invited several internet celebrities and media reporters today (13th) to take first-hand photos of a variety of magical-themed art installations, including the must-photographed Christmas tree every year. The Christmas tree transforms into a magic angel and interacts with the LED castle main light show. The LED castle incorporates a psychology test and AR costume changing and other interactive experiences, allowing you to find out their magical dream characters and to experience the character’s AR costume changing. The psychology test QR code will be displayed on the big screen from time to time; it can also be scanned on the event information boards and information desks located at New Taipei City Plaza. Welcome everyone to experience the immersive magical charm and join Christmas costume show! New Taipei City Tourism and Travel Department said that Christmasland this year utilizes light and shadow and AR filter to design several magical installations. Located at Banqiao Station Square, 2nd East gate of Banqiao Station, South Square of Circular Line, the light corridor overpass and City Hall, people can scan the AR filter QR code to enjoy different photo shooting fun and experience a variety of magical visual feast. Several mechanical dynamic machines are installed at the center of City Hall and Banqiao Station Square. Located at the City Hall, “Magical Christmas Carnival”— The magic angel in the center spins and casts snowflake magic and allows people to feel the atmosphere of Christmas holiday in winter. Located at Banqiao Station Square, “Happy Train”—Santa Claus will ride the reindeer and take everyone to a journey in the magic world every 15 minutes. Let us enjoy this Christmas full of magical fantasy! Christmasland in New Taipei City created a variety of magical themed devices and utilized the light decorations used in 2023 to expand the lighting area of the sidewalks of Xianmin Blvd. (Xinzhan Rd. to Handong East Rd.) and the separation island of Hansheng East Rd. This brings more Christmas atmosphere! We welcome everyone to join 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City. For more details on the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City, please visit the NewTaipei.Travel & Facebook & Instagram

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Enchanting Christmas Illumination Corridor Unveiled with a Festive Atmosphere Spreading Throughout New Taipei City!

“2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City” will officially kick off on Friday, November 15. This 48-day celebration will dazzle visitors with a myriad of magical installations and events, ensuring a joyous holiday season for all. Surrounding pedestrian bridges and sidewalks are adorned with vibrant lighting designs, creating a radiant, dreamlike environment for everyone to enjoy. We invite you to join us in festive costumes and create unforgettable memories at Christmasland in New Taipei City! This year, magical art installations surround the Civic Plaza, and whimsical lighting adorns various pedestrian bridges and sidewalks. Highlights include: “Magic Star Gate” on Xinzhang Road Bridge: a mesmerizing, colorful neon spiral invites visitors into a dazzling fantasy realm. “Butterfly Dream Forest” on Xinfue Road Bridge: radiant butterflies dance gracefully, evoking a mystical forest. “Ginkgo Magic Star” on County Avenue Bridge: ginkgo leaf designs combine with warm yellow gradient lights, creating a cozy, festive ambiance. “Radiant Fantasy” on the bridge near the bus stop at Li Bao Plaza: a luxurious blue and yellow pattern flickers to captivate and encourage visitors to dress up and show their unique style. “Donut Fantasy” on Baoyang Building Bridge: donut-themed lighting with shimmering light points akin to magical frosting, immersing visitors in sweetness and joy. “Dreamy Sea of Stars” on Banqiao Station Bridge: a twinkling starry landscape that invites people to reconnect with their inner purity. “Magic Fountain” on Xiaoyuanbai Bridge: a dynamic, spectral fountain that moves like floating magic above the city. Sidewalk installations include: “Lucky Star” on Xinzhang Road sidewalk: designed in gold and silver to resemble a brilliant, hopeful star. “Dream Mistletoe” on Xinfue Road sidewalk: mistletoe decor embodies love and peace, encouraging festive romance. “Wishing Path” on Zhongshan Road sidewalk: a glowing archway, symbolizing the light of pure inner joy. “Enchanted Galaxy” on County Avenue sidewalk: sparkling, fluid lights flow like a festive starry river. Additional installations include “Hand in Hand” and “Magic Carpet” on Civic Plaza walkways, and “Waltz of the Stars” in the Banqiao Station B1 corridor, creating a vibrant, enchanting atmosphere. Lighting displays are illuminated daily from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., warmly inviting all to experience the magical holiday spirit. For more details on the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City, please visit the NewTaipei.Travel & Facebook & Instagram

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New Taipei City transforms into a magical city for Christmasland event—Enjoy a new look and transformation for 48 days of fun!

New Taipei City Tourism and Travel Department hosts an opening press conference with other Departments for 2024 New Taipei City Christmasland. There are eight highlights for the event and the theme is the City of Magic. City Mayor Ho, Yo-yi, also joins the press conference with fancy costume to launch the event. The event will start on November 15th and last for 48 days and everyone is invited. 2024 New Taipei City Christmasland event features the theme of " The City of Magic " and "fancy costumes, "and brings brand new light zones and creative characters. A variety of magical devices will be displayed at Civic Square, Station Square, Wanping Park, South Square of Circular Line, Second East Gate of Banqiao Station and Fuzhong Square. Eight highlights are announced including: Brand new magical characters, Xiaoke (elemental explorer), Owl (magic sage), Rabbit (soul healer) and Unicorn (sacred shield guardian). They will take visitors to a magical journey; "The largest LED castle main show", Christmasland has newly built an 8-story LED castle, which has the functions of a performance stage and device displays and will bring a gorgeous visual show! In addition, there is a “magical angel, a transformed Christmas tree,” which will change its color with sound and light as transformation show; “magical machines” located at City Hall and Station Square will make romantic snowflakes regularly to create a magical Christmas atmosphere; “Christmas fancy costume show” invites everyone to cosplay Christmas characters and to join Christmasland. Completing tasks at the event allow visitors to join the lottery; “Immersive experience of the LED main light show” applies with AR and psychological tests to create interactive experiences, allowing visitors to experience the magic charm! “Christmas Car Tour” represents good luck and blessings and will pop-up randomly at the event venue and bring sound and light show; International Christmas IP, Minions—the well-known characters by Universal Studio, will show up at New Taipei City Citizen Square and join Christmasland event with everyone! A series of activities of 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City will be on, including: Magical Christmas Fairytale Party (Every Saturday and Sunday during November 16th to December 29th), Fantasy Costume Kids’ Festival (Saturday, November 23rd to Sunday November 24th), Magical Dream German Christmas Market (Friday, December 6th to Sunday, December 8th), and Superstar Christmas Concert (Saturday, December 14th to Sunday, December 15th). For more information, please check out the official website of 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City, New Taipei City Tourism website, New Taipei City Travelers Facebook, and official IG.

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Chasing Christmas—New Taipei City Christmas marathon relay

“Chasing Christmas—New Taipei City Christmas Marathon Relay” is one of the main events of New Taipei City Christmasland and is held for the first time this year. Combined with Christmas elements, and is full of the happy atmosphere of Christmas, it will be the most exciting, joyful and fun road running event at the end of this year! The event will start on December 22nd, 2024, and the registration is only available until October 11th. With the new theme, the new plan and the new competition, those who have not caught up yet, hurry up and register! The Relay is divided into two categories: “Competition Group” and “Fantasy Costume Group” and the total number of teams is 666. The number is limited, so hurry up and sign up! " Chasing Christmas—New Taipei City Christmas Marathon Relay " continues the spirit and character of the "chasing" in train chasing. Through teamwork relay, it encourages runners to team up and travel around New Taipei in a running-traveling style. Each team has 5 members, and each member is responsible for 5 to 6 kilometers. It is more applicable for the public and light runners to participate. The first leg starts from the main venue of Christmasland. In the beginning, the snowflake machine will sprinkle white snow, allowing the runners to enjoy the snowy Christmas as if they are in the Nordic snow country. They pass through the County Avenue and the Huacui Bridge, and then turn into Watergate and enter Riverside Park. Along the way, runners can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Dahan River. Then, the fifth legs return to the Civic Square to complete the relay. The whole marathon is about 28 kilometers. Runners can take the Christmas bell as relay tokens, transforming into Santa Claus to give blessings to others. When handing over the relay token to the next runner, it is not only full of fun, but also symbolizes the passing on of blessings. After the relay, the runners will change into an army of Santa Claus. Let us celebrate a unique Christmas together in New Taipei Christmasland! The first New Taipei City Christmas Marathon Relay not only follows the distinctiveness of the Chasing Series but is also quite unique in its material design. Runners will dress up as Santa Claus to attend the race and the race running clothes are both topical and practical. Using towel materials to make Santa Claus’s hat allows runners to wear it with both styling and sweat-absorbing effects; after the relay, runners can use their creativity with the towels. Inspired by Santa's beard, the towels can be used for wiping sweat and wiping hands. The main highlight is a set of timing relay tokens given for each team. The tokens are loaded with unique giant bells, and they not only have the timing sensor function, but also, they make joyful Christmas ring throughout the New Taipei Christmasland during the relay. The blessings will be passed on to every corner of the city. In addition, the registration category, the fantasy costume group, is specially designed for the runners. Whether it is a Christmas-theme, or any other creative ideas that can attract attention, it will become the spotlight of the New Taipei Christmasland. Winners will have the opportunity to be on the big stage to show off their team's creations and will obtain the organizer’s rewards. News reporters will invite the fantasy costume champion team of the railway marathon relay race in April this year - "Tell Your Grandma to Buy the Team". Their costume combine Christmas and funny themes, successfully grabbing the attention of the audience, and create a remarkably high standard of Christmas fantasy costume rely. Registration for the "New Taipei City Christmas Marathon Relay" will be open on the Ibet website from July 23. We invite those who love sports to participate. We also request everyone to pay attention to the upcoming World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei City. After participating in the Christmas marathon, you can also join the World Master Games. For more event information, please pay close attention to the New Taipei City Tourism Website, New Taipei City Travelers Facebook, and Travel-Running New Taipei Facebook.

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New Taipei Christmasland won the 2024 French Design Award— Global Platinum Award

“2023 New Taipei City Christmasland” event hosted by Tourism and Travel Department, New Taipei City Government, won 2024 French Design Award (Architectural Design-Outdoor Lighting & Nightscapes)—The highest Global Platinum Award. It not only enhances the international visibility of New Taipei City, but also makes the "New Taipei Christmasland" brand famous internationally. The "French Design Award" is a well-known international design award established by the "International Awards Association" (IAA). It looks for outstanding creative works from designers around the world and evaluates them in five design categories: architecture, concept, interior, packaging, and product. The award attracts more than a thousand works from more than 30 countries or regions including the United States, Japan, Italy, mainland China, Australia and Poland. Among them, the "New Taipei City Christmasland” hosted by the New Taipei City Government won the Global Platinum Award. The "2023 New Taipei City Happy Christmasland", which was held from November 17, 2023 to January 1, 2024, taking "Santa Bear and Friends" as its theme with four childlike-fun and sweet light zones. The light zones used innovative 3D technology to create a lighting show which attracted attention from domestic and foreign media. In January this year, it was acclaimed by the Australian media "Urban List" as one of the "Top 10 must-visit places of Christmas Holidays in the world” and now it has also received news of winning the International Design Award. The organizer stated on its webpage introducing the winning works of New Taipei City Christmasland. As one of the few festival events held in the city, winning this award requires strong collaboration of urban and local business. Located in the prosperous Xinban Special Economic Zone, and with the joint efforts of the public and private sectors, the events have improved the standards and levels of activities. At the beginning of the event, the New Taipei City Government understood the above characteristics, and therefore the government was able to connect surrounding merchants, special attractions and tourism resources through Christmasland event. Over the past few years, many tourists visited the events and had chances to learn more about Banqiao District. The “Christmasland event” also boosted the economy of the surrounding business district. Director Yang Zongmin of New Taipei City Tourism and Travel Department said, “New Taipei City Christmasland” event enters its 14th years, and it has already become one of the most representative Christmas events in Taiwan. With gratitude and supports of the government and local teams and partnerships are the reasons we can stand out and win 2024 French Design Award. It is our sincere hope that we can continue the collaboration and make New Taipei City stand out internationally. For more information, please check out the event website.