The 2nd Cross-Straits Light Night Run Festival is set to be held in Pingtan, South China's Fujian province on the night of September 16.

Thousands of running enthusiasts from both Taiwan and the mainland shall participate in the annual sports event.

In addition to the traditional night run, this year’s festival will also be illuminated by other performances, including a light show, street dance show and graffiti exhibition.

A night bazaar shall also set up at Haiyu Plaza, the starting point of the race, where a dazzling array of cultural and creative products will be on display.

Runners from Taiwan and the mainland pose for a photo during the Light Night Run Festival in 2016. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Foreign runners pose for a photo during 2016 edition of the night run. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]