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Taiwan’s National Day prep features flag teams and jets
The National Day rehearsal in Taipei featured Brave Eagle jets, cheerleading teams, and a music performance. The event concluded with a flag display and aerobatic show.
2024/10/07 16:41
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Taipei mayor demands dome repairs before National Day gala
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an demands Farglory Group fix Taipei Dome leaks by Friday. The venue hosts its first non-sporting event, the National Day gala, on Saturday.
2024/10/04 14:04
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National Day gala tickets sell out in 15 minutes
All 5,000 tickets for the 2024 National Day evening gala in Taipei were claimed within 15 minutes. The event on Oct. 5 will feature singer Jody Chiang and Olympic gold medalists.
2024/09/30 20:00
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Critics question Taipei’s allocation of PR tickets
Taipei City will host the National Day evening party on Oct. 5 at Taipei Dome. Public registration for tickets is open, with 5,400 seats available. Critics question ticket allocation fairness.
2024/09/27 10:17
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Taipei seniors show strong interest in National Day Gala
Taipei’s Department of Information and Tourism received 5,500 responses from seniors for the National Day Gala on Oct. 5. The event features singer Jody Chiang.
2024/09/25 23:00
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Taiwan to host 2026 WBC qualifiers, MLB agrees
Taiwan will host one of the 2026 World Baseball Classic qualifiers, as announced by the Chinese Taipei Baseball Association. The qualifiers will feature eight teams, with Taiwan competing in Taipei.
2024/09/25 20:00
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Taipei’s National Day event budget revealed
Discover how Taipei City is gearing up for its National Day celebration with a budget boost from the Ministry of Culture and Overseas Community Affairs Council. Learn about the event’s costs, including a performance by Jody Chiang and security measures for President Lai Ching-te’s attendance.
2024/09/16 22:00
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Taipei Dome faces future concert evacuation challenges
Discover the latest on Taipei Dome’s approval for concerts despite concerns over evacuation challenges due to its 10.5-meter depth. Experts emphasize the need for effective safety measures.
2024/09/11 15:41
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Taipei to announce National Day gala tickets in September
Discover the latest on Taipei’s National Day gala featuring Jody Chiang’s return on Oct. 5. Mayor Chiang Wan-an announces ticket details coming late September.
2024/08/29 12:27
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Taipei Dome’s first non-sporting event to host Jody Chiang
Discover the return of Taiwanese pop diva Jody Chiang to the stage after a nine-year hiatus, performing at the National Day gala on Oct. 5 at the Taipei Dome. Learn about her anticipated comeback and the excitement it brings to fans.
2024/08/27 16:57
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Taipei aims to host National Day gala at Taipei Dome
Discover the latest on Taipei’s National Day gala plans at the Taipei Dome, including Deputy Mayor Lee Shu-chuan’s efforts to address safety and infrastructure concerns. Read more about the anticipated improvements and event details.
2024/08/19 13:25
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Taipei Dome readies for National Day Gala debut
Discover Taipei’s plans to host the National Day Gala at the Taipei Dome in October, pending fire safety approvals. This could be the venue’s first non-sporting event, with a decision expected by August’s end.
2024/08/01 10:14
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Mayor addresses Taipei Dome’s multifunctional use
Discover how Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an is addressing the Taipei Dome’s multifunctional use and safety concerns, following the Control Yuan’s recommendations and local ordinances for a better city experience.
2024/07/12 16:37
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NVIDIA founder to pitch at Taipei Dome baseball event
Discover how NVIDIA founder Jensen Huang is connecting with the Taiwanese community through baseball, as he prepares to throw the first pitch at the Taipei Dome during the Dragon Stars Fun Days. Learn about his engagement with tech leaders and fans.
2024/05/31 09:48
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Taipei Dome to host 2024 CPBL All-Star Games on July 20-21
Discover the excitement of the 2024 Chinese Professional Baseball League All-Star Games at the Taipei Dome on July 20-21. This year, the event moves indoors, offering fans a rain-free experience and featuring six teams for heightened competition. Learn about the strategic move, fan voting for team members starting May 14, and more.
2024/05/13 18:12
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Taipei Dome to host first professional basketball games
Discover the historic basketball event as the New Taipei CTBC DEA and Taipei Taishin Mars gear up to play at the Taipei Dome, marking a first for professional teams in the T1 League on April 13 and 14. With over 16,000 tickets sold and expectations to break attendance records, the anticipation builds for a monumental showdown.
2024/04/12 17:58
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Taipei mayor to review Taipei Dome issues after complaints
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an plans to address reported issues at Taipei Dome, including water leakages and unclear signage causing traffic confusion. The recent Yomiuri Giants exhibition game drew criticism from city councilors, prompting proactive investigation by the Taipei City Government. Chiang emphasized the city’s role in assisting and supervising the Build-Operate-Transfer project run by Farglory Group. Farglory Group’s spokesperson acknowledged oversight in fan movement and committed to working with the city government to resolve issues promptly. Chiang highlighted the need for an overall review of Taipei Dome’s operations.
2024/03/04 16:20
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Yomiuri Giants exhibition games: Full stadium opening
Don’t miss the excitement of the "TOYOTA 2024 Yomiuri Giants 90th Anniversary Taiwan Games" exhibition games, set to fill Taipei Dome with over 36,000 eager baseball fans each day. Witness the Yomiuri Giants face off against the CTBC Brothers and Rakuten Monkeys in this historic event celebrating the Giants’ 90th anniversary.
2024/02/22 17:38
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City gov’t finalizes rental fees for Taipei Dome
The Taipei City Government has received proposed rental fee standards for the Taipei Dome from the Farglory Group. The Department of Sports confirmed that ticket sales and rental costs for domestic baseball games amounted to NT$525,000, including a 10% ticket sales cut. For non-ticketed events open to the public, venue rent costs rise to NT$1.05 million. The Taipei Dome has established its venue rental pricing standard after three months of trial run and submitted it to the city government. The rental fee will vary based on event types and standards, with utilities calculated separately. Different rates apply to international baseball events, non-baseball events, non-sporting events, and specific events like concerts or exhibitions. Rental costs also differ based on whether the venue is fully opened or not. The Farglory Group has provided the proposed fee standards to the city government for evaluation and a public announcement will be made after discussions.
2024/02/02 15:54
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’2024 Yomiuri 90th Anniversary’ game tickets now on sale
Tickets for the "Yomiuri 2024 TOYOTA 90th Anniversary Taiwan Trial" baseball game are now on sale through the UDN Ticketing Network. The network has implemented a queuing system to manage the high demand, with purchases starting at 12 p.m. Organizers recommend registering in advance and following the official fan page for instructions. The initial phase offers 26,000 seats, with the possibility of more being released later. The event will take place in March at the Taipei Dome, and fans are excited to secure their spot at this historic competition.
2023/12/12 13:50
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TPP’s Ko’s wife dares DPP to sue over Taipei Dome claims
Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) presidential candidate Ko Wen-je’s wife, Peggy Chen, openly challenged the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) on December 9th, expressing her willingness to face legal consequences if sued. Chen’s challenge followed her questioning the integrity of the Premier and the Minister of the Interior on Facebook, alleging their deliberate obstruction of the approval process for the Taipei Dome project during Ko’s tenure as Taipei City Mayor in October of the previous year. During an event in Taichung City’s Dali District, Chen boldly stated, "If the DPP wants to sue, then sue me!" She emphasized that her information came directly from Ko himself and assured that she had made efforts to verify the claims. When asked about the recent decline in Ko’s support according to polls, Chen simply responded, "Just keep working hard."
2023/12/09 16:07
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Taipei Dome’s first Asian Baseball Game ends in swift exit
The Taipei Dome hosted the opening game of the Asian Baseball Championship, with a crowd of 16,647 fans witnessing the inaugural international event. Taipei Metro efficiently evacuated spectators within 25 minutes after the game. The "Taiwan vs. Korea" showdown resulted in a 4-0 victory for Taiwan, generating excitement from the stands. Taipei Metro increased train frequency to every 2.5 minutes at Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Station to accommodate the large audience. KMT Taipei City Councilor Wang Hsin-i praised the smooth evacuation process. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an inspected traffic conditions after the game. This successful event at the Taipei Dome and the efficient collaboration of transportation services set a positive precedent for future large-scale international sporting events in the city.
2023/12/04 19:50
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Taipei Dome eyes 40,000 fans amid Asian baseball event
The Taipei Dome in Taiwan is gradually increasing its attendance for safety reasons, aiming to complete a full capacity test of 40,000 spectators within the next year. The 30th BFA Asian Baseball Championship recently opened its doors to 17,000 people at the Dome. To ensure the safe evacuation of these fans, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an detailed plans to increase the frequency of Taipei MRT trains, with the aim of completing the evacuation in 35 to 40 minutes. Chiang also mentioned that the arrival of Japan’s professional baseball team, the Yomiuri Giants, next year could potentially accommodate 40,000 fans, depending on the professional assessment of the Chinese Taipei Baseball Association (CTBA) and the Farglory Group. The city government is committed to assisting and gradually increasing the number of spectators in a safe manner. The 2023 Asian Championship, featuring a highly anticipated Taiwan vs. South Korea showdown, is the first international event at the Dome since its completion, and tickets for the event sold out instantly, with 17,000 snapped up in seconds.
2023/12/04 19:45
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Missing signage and safety concerns raised at Taipei Dome
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has called on the Farglory Group to address the lack of signage and safety concerns at the Taipei Dome stadium. The Dome is set to undergo a full-capacity test within a year. Democratic Progressive Party City Councilor Chen Yi-chun raised concerns about missing signage and the narrow underground parking lot, which lacks reflective warning signs. In response, Chiang stated that the city government would request immediate improvements from Farglory. Taipei City Councilors Lin Liang-jyun and Chien Shu-pei also questioned the venue’s ability to handle crowd dispersal and overall safety. Lin cited the recent crowd dispersal speed in Kaohsiung after a Coldplay concert and asked how long it would take to evacuate the expected 13,000 attendees at the Taipei Dome test event. Taipei MRT officials assured the council that they have experience with crowd dispersal during New Year’s Eve events and estimated that it could take approximately half an hour for visitors to evacuate.
2023/11/13 18:57
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Taipei Dome Nov. 18 warm-up baseball game to open to public
Starting from November 10, the public can request tickets online for a free viewing of the warm-up baseball game at the Taipei Dome on November 18. The game is part of the essential competition facilities review by the Farglory Group. The November 14 warm-up match will be a closed-door event involving four top-tier teams. On November 18, the "Home Run Taipei Dome Warm-up Game" will take place, featuring a match-up between the training teams from the Asian Baseball Championship and the U-23 Baseball World Cup. The Dome is expected to open 13,000 seats to the public. Tickets can be requested online through the tixCraft ticketing system from November 10 to November 17. Each account is limited to 2 tickets, while supplies last. The company warns spectators that they will not consider compensation or other rights claims if they result from deficiencies or imperfections in the venue’s facilities. Farglory Group encourages adherence to venue regulations and recommends using public transportation to reach the games.
2023/11/06 16:10