The first Nantong Zilang Music Festival. [Photo/Nantong Daily]

The second Nantong Zilang Music Festival is set to take place at the Nantong Grand Theater lawn on March 30 and 31.

Nineteen musicians and bands are expected to ignite the passions of music lovers at the festival.

The first edition was held in June of last year, when nearly 50,000 festival goers braved the rain and wind to attend the music party with 16 musicians and bands. Most of these music lovers hailed from cities outside Nantong.

As this year's festival will be held in spring, it also the ideal opportunity for a tour of the city, which houses numerous scenic spots and cultural facilities, including Haohe River, Langshan Mountain, and Nantong Museum.

A singer performs at the first Nantong Zilang Music Festival. [Photo/Nantong Daily]

Music fans cheer for singers at the first Nantong Zilang Music Festival. [Photo/Nantong Daily]

Festival goers pose for a photo at the first Nantong Zilang Music Festival. [Photo/Nantong Daily]

Night view of Haohe River. [Photo/Nantong Daily]

Flowers are in full blossom at the Nantong Museum. [Photo/Nantong Daily]