Hungry Ghost Festival in Taiwan
In 2026, Hungry Ghost Festival falls on Thursday, 27 August 2026.
About Hungry Ghost Festival
The Hungry Ghost Festival is a traditional Taoist and Buddhist festival celebrated in Taiwan to honor ancestors and appease spirits. During this time, families offer food, burn incense, and perform rituals to ensure the spirits are comforted and kept from causing harm. It is a significant cultural event that emphasizes filial piety and respect for the afterlife.
Hungry Ghost Festival dates in Taiwan
Observance dates for Hungry Ghost Festival across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 30 Aug 2023 | Wednesday | Hungry Ghost Festival |
| 2024 | 18 Aug 2024 | Sunday | Hungry Ghost Festival |
| 2025 | 6 Sep 2025 | Saturday | Hungry Ghost Festival |
| 2026This year | 27 Aug 2026 | Thursday | Hungry Ghost Festival |
| 2027 | 16 Aug 2027 | Monday | Hungry Ghost Festival |
| 2028 | 3 Sep 2028 | Sunday | Hungry Ghost Festival |
| 2029 | 24 Aug 2029 | Friday | Hungry Ghost Festival |
| 2030 | 13 Aug 2030 | Tuesday | Hungry Ghost Festival |
| 2031 | 1 Sep 2031 | Monday | Hungry Ghost Festival |
30 Aug 2023
Wednesday · Hungry Ghost Festival
18 Aug 2024
Sunday · Hungry Ghost Festival
6 Sep 2025
Saturday · Hungry Ghost Festival
27 Aug 2026
Thursday · Hungry Ghost Festival
16 Aug 2027
Monday · Hungry Ghost Festival
3 Sep 2028
Sunday · Hungry Ghost Festival
24 Aug 2029
Friday · Hungry Ghost Festival
13 Aug 2030
Tuesday · Hungry Ghost Festival
1 Sep 2031
Monday · Hungry Ghost Festival