FORMOSOUND Debuts in Redmond Aug. 29, Uniting LGBTQ+ and AAPI Communities Across the Pacific Northwest

FORMOSOUND showcases Taiwan's award-winning artists in the Pacific Northwest for the first time, with more than 3,000 guests anticipated at the free event.

REDMOND, WA, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- FORMOSOUND, an inaugural Taiwanese music festival featuring some of Taiwan's most celebrated musicians, debuts at Redmond Downtown Park (16101 Redmond Way) on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., anticipating more than 3,000 attendees and more than 50 vendors. Themed "I See Your True Colors," the free, all-ages celebration is grounded in a conviction: music creates space, uniting Taiwanese, AAPI, and LGBTQ+ communities and amplifying their voices.

FORMOSOUND is spearheaded by a coalition of Taiwanese American organizations in the Pacific Northwest, including the Taiwanese Association of Greater Seattle, the Greater Seattle Taiwanese Women's Association, and the Taiwanese Junior Chamber of Commerce Seattle. This year, FORMOSOUND partners with Taiwan's A+ Love Music Festival, now in its eighth edition. Co-founded in 2018 by musicians KuoTze, Kay Huang, and Chien-Chi Chen, A+ Love advocates for diversity and anti-discrimination in Taiwan while confronting HIV-related stigma through music. FORMOSOUND represents A+ Love's inaugural appearance in the United States.

"Seattle prides itself on inclusion and diversity," said Robin Liao, FORMOSOUND's event director. "FORMOSOUND offers a safe, proud space to demonstrate that Taiwanese American, AAPI, and LGBTQ+ communities belong here."

In honor of A+ Love's spirit, FORMOSOUND's 2026 program spotlights LGBTQ+ visibility with a drag performance by New York-based Taiwanese drag queen Felicia Oh and a partnership with Eastside Pride PNW, a Seattle-area LGBTQ+ nonprofit that is joining FORMOSOUND as both a sponsor and a vendor.

Lineup: A continuous lineup runs 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., featuring winners and nominees of the Golden Melody Awards (Taiwan's Grammys): Henry Hsu, KuoTze & For What, Kay Huang & Arthur, Wan Fang, Sangpuy, and Enno Cheng. Felicia Oh opens; A+ Love's co-founders close with the festival's theme song.

Vendors and Community: Beyond the main stage, FORMOSOUND's marketplace brings together local Taiwanese food, handmade arts, retail, and community organizations for a full taste of Taiwanese culture. More than 50 AAPI vendors and 10 community organizations are anticipated, including Tapioca Express, Lunchontheplate, and Young Tea, alongside grassroots partners PAFATIS (Indigenous Sovereignty), whose presence connects directly to lineup artist Sangpuy, a Golden Melody Award-winning Indigenous Puyuma musician; the Seattle Taiwanese Language Association; and environmental nonprofit GreenShower. The event is made possible by Platinum sponsor China Airlines.

For Journalists
Media Preview Day FORMOSOUND hosts a Media Preview Day on Friday, Aug. 28, 3-5 p.m., with artist interviews, a press conference, and a photo opportunity. RSVP by Aug. 25 to linda@formosound.com.

For the General Public
Official Event Details

When: Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Redmond Downtown Park, 16101 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA 98052
Cost: Free
More information: https://formosound.com/

About FORMOSOUND Inspired by Taiwan's historic name, Formosa, and the idea of "For More Sound," FORMOSOUND launched in June 2021 as an online festival amplifying Taiwanese music globally. This year's Redmond event marks its first in-person festival in the Pacific Northwest. For the full lineup, schedule, and updates, visit https://formosound.com/

Media Contact: Linda Chen | linda@formosound.com | 714-261-7882
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