Taipei Travel

Where to Browse Creative Markets
Weekend Markets Have Gained Immense Popularity in Taipei in Recent Years

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"Cultural-creative" is a term that has been widely used in recent years to describe a burgeoning local entrepreneurial trend. Young individuals are at the forefront of this movement, launching businesses centered around crafting products imbued with significant cultural value. Weekend markets offer creators the opportunity to present their creativity and sell their products. These markets have proliferated in recent years, with numerous locations in the city offering a diverse range of products, each market presenting great opportunities to discover hidden gems.


Following are short introductions to some of the most popular, regularly held weekend markets in Taipei City. Apart from these, a number of other creative markets are organized throughout the metropolis, often with irregular schedules. These can coincide with larger events such as music festivals or occur seasonally or annually, with some focusing on specific products, such as indigenous handicrafts.

The Red House Creatives and Art Market 西紅市創意市集
The Red House in Ximending (www.redhouse.taipei) is a historic site, conveniently located right beside the MRT Ximen Station. This market, held in the North Square of the Red House, has been a hub for young artists and designers. Bustling with creativity, the bazaar serves as a platform for young talents to showcase their unique creations, featuring around 100 stalls displaying one-of-a-kind clothing, jewelry, trinkets, accessories, and other types of gems.
🕝[Sept-May] Fri 2:30pm-9:30pm, Sat 1:30pm-10:00pm; Sun 1:30pm-9:30pm
[June-Aug] Fri & Sun 3:00pm-9:30pm, Sat 3:00pm-10:00pm

Tianmu Life Market 天母生活市集
Located in the expat-heavy Tianmu neighborhood of Shilin District, Taipei 's oldest second-hand market has been a hotspot for treasure hunters for many years. Held at the crossroads of Zhongshan North and Tianmu West/East roads, it features a diverse selection of second-hand clothes and vintage items. With a strong community feel, the market is filled with everyday folks showcasing their products directly on the ground.
🕝[All Year] Fri-Sun 4:00pm-10:00pm
[Oct-May] on Sat also 9:00am-3:00pm


Taipei Expo Farmer's Market 花博農民市集
This market is situated in Taipei Expo Park (beside MRT Yuanshan Station). Organized by the city government, it promotes quality agricultural products from rural areas around Taiwan. What makes visiting the market a rewarding experience is meeting producers in person, giving you the chance to learn about produce origin and cultivation methods. For more info, visit www.expofarmersmarket.gov.taipei.
🕝Sat-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm

Sui Sui Market 水水市集
Spacious Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, located close to MRT Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Station, provides the perfect backdrop for this small artsy weekend market that has become very popular. It's a unique marketplace that showcases quality Taiwanese handicrafts and original designs. Combine browsing the market's wide selection of handmade treasures with an exploration of the park's cultural offerings, including art and design exhibitions.
🕝Sat-Sun 12:00pm-6:00pm


Gala Gala Weekend Market 嘎啦嘎啦市集
Unusually housed on the third floor of a residential building on Jilin Street, near MRT Xingtian Temple, this intimate market has a limited capacity of only around 20 vendors indoors. The small size allows for careful curation, ensuring only the highestquality products are offered.
🕝Sat-Sun 1:00pm-7:00pm

Hangout Market 混市集
Dive into the heart of Taipei's bustling shopping scene at this market, nestled on a triangular plaza along Zhongxiao East Road and on an adjacent tree-shaded plaza, just steps away from the iconic SOGO department store. Vendors here sell all kinds of cute items, such as accessories and jewelry. The market also has food stalls and live music.
🕝Thu-Sun 2:00pm-10:00pm

Jianguo Holiday Flower/Jade Market 建國假日花市/玉市
A Taipei classic, this sprawling market has been a local favorite since the 1980s. Tucked beneath the Jianguo South Road overpass, it's a haven for plant and gemstone enthusiasts. One end bursts with colorful f lowers and greenery, while the other showcases a wide selection of jades and other precious stones, all available at friendly prices.
🕝Sat-Sun 9:00am-6:00pm


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