Alone in Kaohsiung. Straight answers.

Are there evening activities in Kaohsiung for people travelling alone?

Yes for activities: 5 evening events, groups and game nights are listed in Kaohsiung. For street safety, rely on local official guidance.

• Teresa Teng's songs in a symphonic evening at Weiwuying — 衛武營國家藝術文化中心音樂廳, Sat 7 Nov, 19:30
• Argerich Music Festival in Taiwan — Kaohsiung concert — 衛武營國家藝術文化中心音樂廳, Tue 10 Nov, 19:30
• Korea–Taiwan concert by musicians with disabilities — 大東文化藝術中心, Thu 12 Nov, 19:30

What cultural events are on in Kaohsiung?

3 cultural events are listed in Kaohsiung, 0 of them free.

• Kaohsiung Film Festival: 'Deep Crimson', director's cut — 內惟藝術中心 Reel TWO 2廳, Mon 26 Oct, 13:00
• Body Lab: Asian Contemporary Dance on the Weiwuying Terrace — 衛武營樹冠大廳東側露台, Sat 28 Nov, 16:30
• Staged Reading of Ho Wen-chin Stories, Kaohsiung Literature Museum — Kaohsiung Literature Museum, Sat 19 Dec, 14:30

Are there jam sessions or small gigs in Kaohsiung I can go to alone?

2 jazz, folk or jam-session events in Kaohsiung are listed, 0 of them free.

• A cappella men’s choir concert at Weiwuying — 衛武營國家藝術文化中心音樂廳, Mon 16 Nov, 19:30
• Jazz Classics Meet Taiwanese Folk Songs in Kaohsiung — 高雄市音樂館, Sat 5 Dec, 19:30

Where can I see live music in Kaohsiung?

11 music events in Kaohsiung are listed, the busiest month being Nov with 6.

• South Taiwan Taiko: 12th anniversary drum show — 高雄市立社會教育館演藝廳, Sat 7 Nov, 14:00
• Teresa Teng's songs in a symphonic evening at Weiwuying — 衛武營國家藝術文化中心音樂廳, Sat 7 Nov, 19:30
• Korea–Taiwan concert by musicians with disabilities — 大東文化藝術中心, Thu 12 Nov, 19:30
• Musical reading concert: songs from original Mandarin musicals — 衛武營國家藝術文化中心表演廳, Wed 18 Nov, 20:00

Weekday evening plans in Kaohsiung for one person?

Our Kaohsiung listings include 4 weekday after-work events over the next 30 days.

• Argerich Music Festival in Taiwan — Kaohsiung concert — 衛武營國家藝術文化中心音樂廳, Tue 10 Nov, 19:30
• Korea–Taiwan concert by musicians with disabilities — 大東文化藝術中心, Thu 12 Nov, 19:30
• A cappella men’s choir concert at Weiwuying — 衛武營國家藝術文化中心音樂廳, Mon 16 Nov, 19:30
• Musical reading concert: songs from original Mandarin musicals — 衛武營國家藝術文化中心表演廳, Wed 18 Nov, 20:00

Events in Kaohsiung this month: what suits someone alone?

8 events are listed for Kaohsiung in the next 30 days, mostly music (6), culture (1), learning (1).

• Kaohsiung Film Festival: 'Deep Crimson', director's cut — 內惟藝術中心 Reel TWO 2廳, Mon 26 Oct, 13:00
• Talk: AI-driven virtual production — generative imagery and 3D Gaussian splatting — LIVE WAREHOUSE大義C10倉庫, Mon 26 Oct, 13:30
• South Taiwan Taiko: 12th anniversary drum show — 高雄市立社會教育館演藝廳, Sat 7 Nov, 14:00
• Teresa Teng's songs in a symphonic evening at Weiwuying — 衛武營國家藝術文化中心音樂廳, Sat 7 Nov, 19:30

Is there an app to go to events in Kaohsiung with other people?

Use Meet & Mint: it shows events in Kaohsiung on a map, lets you join alone and chat with the group before you meet.

• Kaohsiung Film Festival: 'Deep Crimson', director's cut — 內惟藝術中心 Reel TWO 2廳, Mon 26 Oct, 13:00
• Talk: AI-driven virtual production — generative imagery and 3D Gaussian splatting — LIVE WAREHOUSE大義C10倉庫, Mon 26 Oct, 13:30

More: Meet & Mint

How do I get around Kaohsiung without a car?

Kaohsiung Metro (KRTC) says you can ride with a Visa, Mastercard, JCB or UnionPay contactless credit card.

Source: Kaohsiung Rapid Transit Corporation (KRTC)

Can I use an EasyCard or iPASS on the Kaohsiung metro?

Kaohsiung Metro lists iPASS, EasyCard and icash as companies issuing MRT tickets.

Source: Kaohsiung Rapid Transit Corporation (KRTC)

What number do I call in an emergency in Kaohsiung?

For the police call 110 — the National Police Agency's emergency hotline. Taiwan's Tourism Administration also lists 119 and 112 as emergency numbers (eng.taiwan.net.tw).

Source: National Police Agency (Taiwan)

Can a foreigner get a library card in Kaohsiung?

The Kaohsiung Public Library rules say other nationals can apply for an individual library card with an ARC card or proof of identification issued by their consulate.

Source: Kaohsiung Public Library

Is there a 24-hour city information hotline in Kaohsiung?

The Kaohsiung City Government lists a 24-hour hotline on its English site.

Source: Kaohsiung City Government