NANNING, Dec. 8 (Xinhua) -- An art festival featuring a plethora of events will kick off Saturday in the tourist city of Guilin in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, according to the organizers.

The festival will put on 128 performances, including plays, Kunqu Opera, drama and monologue, with over 70 free performances at seven outdoor venues against the backdrop of Guilin's amazing scenic beauty.

The nine-day event, themed "Wind moves clouds, Unveiling a good show of nature," is held for the first time in Guilin, and organizers plan to make it an annual affair.

A series of activities such as music shows and art lectures will also be organized during the festival.