Emerge Fest 2025

"Emerge Fest" is a major music festival organized by EMERGE Music. The event debuted in 2019, though one edition was canceled due to the pandemic, and by 2025 it had held its sixth edition. EMERGE Music has been dedicated to encouraging local bands to create new work, and based in Taichung, it has invited bands and music fans from across Taiwan to participate. Additionally, by promoting local consumption, integrating cultural tours, and collaborating with community-building teams, it has actively promoted local culture and economic development. In recent years, the festival has even engaged in international exchanges with bands from Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand, taking Taiwanese music to the global stage and ensuring that local culture is showcased to a wider audience.
[Most International Acts in History]
The 2025 edition was particularly striking, as it invited over 30 international acts from Japan, Thailand, South Korea, Singapore, and Hong Kong to share the stage with local Taiwanese bands. This not only brought a diverse array of musical styles to the festival but also provided an excellent opportunity for fans from home and abroad to interact. With the planning of six stages, the audience was able to enjoy nearly a hundred outstanding performances over the course of two days with just one ticket.
[Promoting Local Culinary Culture]
In addition to the music itself, the integration of local resources was another highlight. The organizer designed a "Gourmet Map" and a "Stamp Collection" activity to guide music fans to local eateries, cafes, and other businesses in Qingshui area. This initiative not only allowed visitors to explore local culture but also reduced the amount of waste generated by on-site vendors, demonstrating a commitment to environmental friendliness. Whether they were music enthusiasts, food lovers, or those drawn to the local lifestyle, all attendees were able to experience the unique and colorful cultural atmosphere of the Qingshui area.