The 2012 China International Youth Arts Festival (CIYAF) will open on Aug 12 at the National Center for the Performing Arts, Beijing.

Organized by the China International Culture Association and China Arts & Entertainment Group, the annual event, now in its fifth year, is dedicated to nurturing and developing artistic and creative talent.

This year's two-week carnival, which is themed "Inspire Future with the Green Life", will feature live music, workshops, art exhibitions and film screenings that will showcase youths' vigor and vitality.