New Taipei City's Green Living Music Festival will be held this year over two days, September 12 and 13 — good news for anyone who enjoys classic Mandopop singers and outdoor events.

• For the first time, the festival moves to the outdoor grounds of the New Taipei City Art Museum, running from 2:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on both days.
• The main stage centres on classic Mandarin-language female vocalists, with Winnie Hsin, Matilda Tao, Tarcy Su, Lee Yi-chun, Chou Hui, Maggie Chiang and Sun Shu-mei taking turns to perform.
• On September 12, Japanese singer Yo Hitoto, who has not visited Taiwan in a long time, will also appear to meet fans.
• A second stage is devoted to original music, featuring up-and-coming bands selected through an open call, with Sweet John and Japanese girl band Faulieu. closing the line-up.
• The event also brings together art, market stalls and green living elements, billed as an urban outdoor experience suitable for both families and groups of friends.

Outlook: The event is free and held on outdoor grounds, and large crowds are expected from the afternoon into the evening on both days.