31st July - 16th August 2026

Something's cooking!

An innovative array of hand crafted Tableware by Sarawak artists in curated community settings by guest curators, including Melia Linggi, Datin Dayang Mariani, Ranong Peru, Melinda Omar, Diana Rose, Gerald Goh, Sandra Trinatta, Michael Lim, Datin Sri Dona Drury Wee, Datin Karisma, MuYi and Edric Ong.

Also featuring works from guest countries Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, and Myanmar.

Organised by Sarawak Craft Council and Society Atelier Sarawak at MBKS Lobby in conjunction with UCCN Gastronomy Forum in Kuching Sarawak.

Related Links:

• Sarawak Craft Council Instagram

• Society Atelier Sarawak Instagram

• News article on Borneo Post Online

13th - 16th August 2026

ROOTS TO RESONANCE, BEYOND

Jogja Fashion Week (JogFW) 2026 presents fashion trends that blend tradition, technology, and creativity. Shaping the future of fashion from cultural roots resonates as an inspiration to the world.

This theme encourages inspiration found in our cultural heritage and create innovative works within the fashion industry, ultimately sparking new trends at both regional and international levels.

Jogja Fashion Week presents an integrated series of events - including exhibitions, educational sessions, fashion shows, talk shows, and competitions - that serve as a platform for interaction and transactions among all stakeholders in the fashion industry, fostering effective and sustainable communication.

Organised by the Industry and Trade Office of the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY) in collaboration with various partners to showcase the latest fashion trends.

Find out more on their website and follow them on Instagram.

19th - 21st September 2026

The Goroka Festival 2026 is an iconic event that showcases Papua New Guinea's rich cultural heritage. With over 100 tribes gathering to perform traditional dances, music, and sing-sings, the festival is a riot of color and sound, with participants dressed in vibrant, feathered costumes.

Featuring traditional performances, unique cultural displays, local crafts and food. VIP passes available including guided tours and priority entry.

Follow the Goroka Bilum Festival on Facebook, and we will share more information as we receive it.

Related Links:

• Goroka Bilum on Facebook

1st to 31st October 2026

8th Edition - SHOOTS

SHOOTS defines WAK Festival 2026 as a season of emergence. It celebrates new genres taking shape, bold ideas breaking ground, and young talents stepping into the light. As a community driven platform, WAK nurtures creative startups and first time voices, transforming fragile beginnings into confident growth that renews and energises Sarawak’s creative industry.

The WAK Festival is a community-driven month-long open access celebration of the arts, culture and lifestyle. Happening every October, the multi-genre programme is centred around Kuching and greater Kuching.

7th - 11th October 2026

Inacraft returns in October 2026 with a renewed spirit that is more dynamic, forward-looking, and aligned with the evolving landscape of today’s generation - particularly the youthpreneurs who are driving forces within Indonesia’s creative industry. As a generation that is highly adaptive to change and deeply connected to technology, youthpreneurs bring fresh perspectives in developing craft products that are not only rooted in tradition but also capable of meeting modern market demands.

The theme this year is ‘Techno Craft’, a concept that represents a strategic transformation within the craft industry, where the strength of cultural heritage converges with modern technological innovation. This theme highlights that craftsmanship is no longer solely tradition-based, but has evolved into an adaptive, scalable, and globally competitive creative ecosystem.

Inacraft October 2026 serves as a business platform that connects industry players, buyers, creative communities, and end consumers within an integrated ecosystem.

Registration and ticket details are available on their website.

More information coming soon

Related Links:

• Inacraft website

• Inacraft Instagram

• ASEPHI website

PESTA BONEKA #10: HOLDING HANDS, sees the return of the independent international puppet biennale festival initiated by Papermoon Puppet Theatre in 2008.

This year’s chosen theme, "HOLDING HANDS", is a gesture of affection and support to each other. Especially, in this global time of building borders, isolation and polarisation.

Mark your calendars, this is your chance to come and join our festival family!

Follow them on Instagram for the latest updates

15th - 17th October 2026

Manila FAME is the Philippines’ premier trade show for quality home, fashion, and lifestyle products.

Since 1983, it has been supporting and showcasing Philippine MSMEs and artisan communities from the home, fashion and lifestyle sectors through various capacity-building efforts, collaborations with international design figures, and networking activities with buyers from around the world.

Together with FAME+, Manila FAME continues to promote the craft of the artisan to even more markets in the digital sphere.

Manila FAME is a member of the Union des Foires Internationales (UFI) and is organised by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM).

26th October - 1st November 2026

Jakarta Fashion Week returns to Indonesia’s capital this October.

See all the latest updates on featured designers and event activities on their Instagram page.

Related Links:

• JFW Instagram

• JFW website

NEW DATES ANNOUNCED!

12th - 17th November 2026

The Global Crafts Festival 2026 is built upon seven core activities, each designed to celebrate, preserve, and propel the world's artisanal heritage into the future. From high-level trade exhibitions and prestigious awards to immersive masterclasses and heritage tours, the diverse programming creates a holistic ecosystem for artisans, designers, and cultural enthusiasts alike.

Explore the seven ways you can engage with the soul of global craftsmanship:

• Crafts Exhibition: The strategic hub for global trade and craft commerce.

• Craft Award: Honoring excellence and groundbreaking innovation.

• Craft Workshop: Interactive spaces for cross-cultural skill sharing.

• Art Installation: Where traditional materials become contemporary masterpieces.

• Performance: The rhythmic soul of craftsmanship brought to life on stage.

• Craft Photography: Documenting the humanity and artistry of the craft world .

• Craft Tours: Connecting global buyers and tourists to the heart of heritage villages.

Save the dates and stay tuned for more information.

Follow the festival online and on Instagram

25th - 29th November 2026

"Crafting Tradition and Innovation"

The Borneo Crafts Global Expo & International Forum is an international craft exposition and forum bringing together master artisans, craft educators, cultural patrons, and industry leaders from across Asia, the Pacific, and beyond. Hosted in Kuching — the cultural heart of Sarawak — the event spans five days of curated dialogue, hands-on workshops, market exhibitions, and heritage excursions.

• Discover and support the rich culture and tradition of Borneo’s talent and passion of local and regional artisans.

• Shop for exclusive, handmade items that you won’t find anywhere else.

• Meet fellow craft enthusiasts and artisans, and build connections within the crafting community

Stay tuned for more details on how to register.

You can follow the Sarawak Craft Council and read about the 2024 Expo on the Borneo Craft Global website.

NEW DATES TBC

November 2027

This event has been postponed, so some of the schedule is subject to change.

The Oud & Wood Artisan Expo is a curated international exhibition celebrating masterful wood craftsmanship and oud-related industries. Organised by CTCS Worldwide Sdn. Bhd., this event connects artisans, industry leaders, and global markets - bringing tradition and innovation under one roof.

Experience the OWA (Oud and Wood Artisans) stands, including exhibitors such as master wood carvers & artisans, Oud distillers, furniture and instrument makers, tool & finish suppliers, and more. Explore craftsmanship, network with makers, and witness the fusion of heritage and contemporary design.

The OWA Expo aims to:

• Promote Malaysia’s wood craft and Oud heritage on a global stage.

• Connect wood craft professionals, Oud entrepreneurs, collectors, and investors across borders.

• Facilitate knowledge sharing, market visibility, and regional collaboration in the wood craft and Oud communities.

• Showcase international trends, innovations, and best practices to elevate global standards.

You can expect a rich program across four days, including a conference and pocket talks, appreciation sessions and demonstrations, wood carving competition and exhibitions, and wood & oud masterclass workshops.

Visit the event page and follow the OWA Artisan Expo on Instagram.