OPEN CALL: INDIGENOUS & TRADITIONAL CRAFTERS – AIR FESTIVAL 2025

Are you a crafter specializing in indigenous and traditional handmade crafts? This is your chance to showcase and sell your unique creations at the African Indigenous Renaissance (AIR) Festival on 21 March 2025 in Kranshoek, Plettenberg Bay!

The AIR Festival is a vibrant cultural celebration featuring music, dance, food, visual arts, and authentic African craftsmanship. We are calling on talented artisans who create handmade, indigenous, and traditional crafts to be part of this exciting festival.

WHO CAN APPLY?

We welcome crafters and artists who specialize in:
Beadwork and traditional  jewellery
Wood and stone carvings
Sculptures (clay, metal, stone, or wood)
Weaving and basketry
Pottery and ceramics
Handmade Indigenous textiles
Leatherwork and handcrafted accessories

HOW TO APPLY:

To be part of this unique showcase, submit the following:
A brief profile of your craft business (include social media links if available)
Photos of your crafts & stall setup
A description of your handmade products
Your availability and any specific setup requirements

Submit your application via email: thabo@capetownfestival.org.za
For more information, contact: Thabo Tshelane at 084 894 6890

Application Deadline: 7 March 2025

Why Join the AIR Festival?

Showcase your craftsmanship to a diverse audience
Sell your work at one of the region’s most anticipated cultural festivals
Network with fellow artisans, festival organizers, and customers
Be part of a movement that celebrates African heritage through art, music, and food

ABOUT THE AIR FESTIVAL

The AIR Festival is proudly presented by the Cape Town Arts Festival in partnership with Ariva Arts Foundation and supported by Bitou Municipality, Griqua National Conference, and Tshisa Talent. Funding is provided by the National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC), the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), the Presidential Employment Stimulus Program (PESP5), the Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS), and the South African Music Performance Rights Association (SAMPRA) Development Fund.

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate African heritage through art and craft. Apply now!