By KHT Staff
KAOHSIUNG — The Minions (小小兵) will be the featured characters at Kaohsiung’s 2027 Winter Wonderland (高雄冬日遊樂園), which runs Jan. 23–Feb. 14 at Love River Bay (愛河灣) and Kaohsiung Port’s Piers 16–18 (高雄港16至18號碼頭).
Mayor Chen Chi-mai (陳其邁) announced the partnership with Illumination’s yellow animated characters on Nov. 9. Plans for the 23-day festival include large themed installations, nighttime light shows, and other activities along the waterfront.
The announcement confirms the theme, dates, and main venues. Details of individual installations, performances, and other attractions will be released later.
Chen said the partnership had been in development for a considerable time. He encouraged visitors to plan accommodation and transport early and suggested extending their trips beyond the waterfront to Cishan District (旗山區), known for its banana-growing history, in a nod to the characters’ favorite fruit.
Kaohsiung Tourism Bureau (高雄市政府觀光局) Director-General Kao Min-lin (高閔琳) said the city expects the collaboration to attract visitors and support nearby restaurants, hotels, and shopping districts. The announcement did not include attendance targets or projected spending figures.
Further details will be published on Kaohsiung Travel, the city’s tourism social media accounts, and the Kaohsiung GO! (高雄GO!) app.
