Alone in Kaohsiung. Straight answers.

Where can I spend a wet evening in Kaohsiung on my own?

Go indoors to a hosted event: Kaohsiung has 3 evening events in the next two weeks that take place in a venue.

• 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
• Chih-wei Tang Tuba Solo Recital at Kaohsiung City Music Hall — 高雄市音樂館演奏廳, Thu 26 Nov, 19:30

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.

• 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
• Chih-wei Tang Tuba Solo Recital at Kaohsiung City Music Hall — 高雄市音樂館演奏廳, Thu 26 Nov, 19:30

What cultural events are on in Kaohsiung?

3 cultural events are listed in Kaohsiung, none of them free.

• 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
• SOUNDS GREAT VOL.3 street dance show, Dadong Arts Center, Kaohsiung — 大東文化藝術中心演藝廳, Sat 26 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, none 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?

9 music events in Kaohsiung are listed, the busiest month being Dec with 6.

• 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
• Chih-wei Tang Tuba Solo Recital at Kaohsiung City Music Hall — 高雄市音樂館演奏廳, Thu 26 Nov, 19:30
• Jazz Classics Meet Taiwanese Folk Songs in Kaohsiung — 高雄市音樂館, Sat 5 Dec, 19:30

Weekday evening plans in Kaohsiung for one person?

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

• 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
• Chih-wei Tang Tuba Solo Recital at Kaohsiung City Music Hall — 高雄市音樂館演奏廳, Thu 26 Nov, 19:30
• Harmonica Band Concert at Weiwuying Recital Hall — Weiwuying National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts —…, Wed 9 Dec, 20:00

Events in Kaohsiung this month: what suits someone alone?

6 events are listed for Kaohsiung in the next 30 days, mostly music (5), culture (1).

• 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
• Chih-wei Tang Tuba Solo Recital at Kaohsiung City Music Hall — 高雄市音樂館演奏廳, Thu 26 Nov, 19:30
• 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

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.

• 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

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