Last Updated on 2025 年 10 月 31 日 by 総合編集組
2025 Taipei Nuit Blanche “Hi Story” at Yuanshan: The Ultimate 12-Hour Art Marathon Guide
Taipei’s most anticipated all-night art festival returns on November 1, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 2:00 AM, transforming the historic Yuanshan area into a living canvas under the theme “Hi Story”. Over 60 artworks, 100 live performances, and three major autumn art events converge in one epic 12-hour free-admission spectacle. This year’s highlight? The first-ever public opening of the 30-meter-deep Yuanshan Air Raid Tunnel. Here’s everything international visitors need to know to conquer this cultural marathon.
What is Nuit Blanche? A Global Nighttime Art Revolution
Originating in Europe, Nuit Blanche (“Sleepless Night”) began in Helsinki in 1989 with extended museum hours and evolved into a worldwide movement. Paris formalized it in 2002, but Taipei takes it further—turning urban history into interactive art. Co-curated by Taiwanese artist Huang Yen-Ying (trained in Paris) and French curator Kitty Hartl, this edition fuses Eastern heritage with Western innovation.
Yuanshan—once home to prehistoric shell mounds, indigenous Ketagalan settlements, a Japanese-era zoo, and a beloved children’s amusement park—becomes a time-traveling stage. From daylight installations to midnight underground theater, every corner whispers stories of Taipei’s layered past.
Three Festivals, One Location: Triple the Art, Zero Extra Cost
2025 marks a historic fusion:
- Taipei Nuit Blanche
- Taipei Digital Art Festival
- Taipei Public Landscape Art Project (“Floating Island Scenery”)
Running from October 17 to November 9, the landscape art extends the experience, letting you revisit Yuanshan over weeks. Highlights include wind-powered sculptures by Wu Chien-Hsing recreating the old amusement park and ceramic installations echoing ancient settlements.
Six Must-Visit Zones: Art in Streets, Parks, Tunnels & Mountains
| Zone | Vibe | Don’t Miss |
|---|---|---|
| Art in Shops (Sung Chiang Rd) | Urban gallery stroll | Art inside cafés and bookstores |
| Huabo Park | Main stage energy | French Voguing Ball “Wind Revolution Online” (5–10 PM) |
| Old Children’s Amusement Park | Nostalgic playground | Open-air cinema (8:30 PM–2 AM) with restored classics |
| Yuanshan Air Raid Tunnel | Underground immersion | “Dream Wormhole” environmental theater |
| Yesterday World (Hillside) | Sound art sanctuary | “As If in Ear” eco-radio drama |
| Radio Tower / Zhongshan Bridge | Midnight sound bath | Ambient audio under the stars |
Star Attractions: Book Early or Queue Smart
- “Dream Wormhole” (Tunnel) A 12-hour non-stop performance blending video, circus, and dance. Age 15+ recommended. Online tickets sold out instantly. Midnight Option: Queue from 11:30 PM for static exhibits only(12–2 AM). Bring warm clothes—underground is chilly!
- “As If in Ear” (Hillside) A fictional radio station receiving letters from “non-human listeners” (wind, rivers, trees). Six sessions; last at midnight. Pro Tip: Arrive 30 mins early for on-site standby slots—later shows have higher success rates.
- French Voguing Ball Paris meets Taipei in a high-energy dance battle. Best viewed 5–7 PM when crowds are lighter.
J-Person vs P-Person: Two Ways to Experience the Night
J-Person (Planner) – 6-Hour Precision Route:
- 5:00 PM: Start at Zhongshan Elementary School Station → Art in Shops (dinner + photos)
- 7:00 PM: Huabo Park → Voguing show
- 9:00 PM: Old Amusement Park → Cinema + interactive train
- 11:30 PM: Hillside standby for “As If in Ear”
- 1:00 AM: Zhongshan Bridge → Final sound art → Rush to MRT by 1:45 AM
P-Person (Wanderer) – Follow light, sound, and instinct. Skip reservations. Focus on open-access zones. Let serendipity lead.
Transportation Survival Guide: Don’t Miss the Last Train!
- MRT Extended Service: Yuanshan & Minquan W. Rd. stations run until 2:00 AM
- Critical Rule: Trains only go to Taipei Main Station. Intermediate stops (Shuanglian, etc.) are exit-only after midnight.
- Last Train: 2:00 AM from Yuanshan Platform 2 → ~20-min intervals
- YouBike Pause: Station near MRT Yuanshan Exit 1 suspended 12:00 AM Nov 1 – 8:00 AM Nov 2
- Road Closures: Parts of Yumen St. and riverside bike paths restricted
Golden Rule: Finish your night near Zhongshan Bridge—it’s a 7-minute walk to Yuanshan MRT. Leave by 1:45 AM to catch the final train.
Essential Packing List for International Visitors
- Footwear: Waterproof hiking shoes (tunnels, hills, grass)
- Layers: November nights drop to 15°C; tunnel ~10°C
- Power: Fully charged phone + portable battery (weak signal underground)
- Snacks: Stock up at Sung Chiang night market or Huabo food stalls
- ID: Required for age-restricted zones
Why 2025 Yuanshan Edition is Unmissable
Unlike past flat urban editions (e.g., 2023 Xinyi District), Yuanshan offers vertical exploration: plains, hills, and 30 meters underground. The reservation system filters casual crowds, creating space for deep engagement. This isn’t just art viewing—it’s cultural archaeology in motion.
Final Words: Your Story Starts Here
On November 1, 2025, Taipei hands you the pen to write your own “Hi Story”. From sunset dances to dawn echoes in a Cold War tunnel, this 12-hour journey blends memory, innovation, and community.
Mark your calendar. Charge your camera. Lace up your shoes. The night belongs to those who dare to dream awake.
Official Sources & Updates: Always verify via nuitblanche.taipei
