Thousands will gather on May 24 for the annual Passport to Taiwan event at Union Square. It’s an event that not only features installation art and night market foods, but also folk dancers and singers, among other artists. Parents can also bring their children to play at interactive booths with toys from a bygone era.
The packed festival with music, art and food is one of several in major U.S. cities in the midst of a week dedicated to celebrating Taiwanese American heritage.
Event organizer Borcheng Hsu said that most people knew Passport to Taiwan for its savoury foods but he wanted them to remember the event for more than that.
“We want people to spend more time with the culture stuff. ... Of course we also bring in the Taiwanese American organizations and help people grow [their] awareness of some of the relevant issues and how to get involved,” said Hsu.
