In spring, the snow-white blossoms of the tung tree can be seen on many slopes of Taiwan's hilly countryside. The dense bloom of white petals on the trees and the deep carpet covering the ground very much resemble snowflakes when seen from a distance, so that the tung-blossom bloom is often called "May Snow".

During the Hakka Tung Blossom Festival, organizers offer a number of tours to showcase Taiwan's wood-sculpture art. Meanwhile, the best way to appreciate the beauty of the tung blossoms is to hike along one of several trails in Hsinchu County and Miaoli County, which are known for the high density of tung trees. Another and more relaxing way to appreciate the beauty of the blossoms is to sit at an outdoor cafe and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee under the tung-tree foliage. The Tung Lodge in Miaoli County is particularly famous for its tung-tree terrace.

The Hakka Tung Blossom Festival is organized by the Council for Hakka Affairs