The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) is calling for stall operators and creative handicraft workshops for this spring’s Tap Siac Craft Market slated for April.
“Tap Siac” is the bureau’s alternate spelling for “Tap Seac”.
The bureau said in a Monday statement that the application period is open until February 22, with applications free of charge.
The statement noted that the craft market will be held from April 18 to 21 and 25 to 28 in Praça do Tap Seac, adding that there will be over 220 handicraft and creative gastronomy stalls.
Applicants from Macau, Malaysia and Singapore can apply online on www5.icm.gov.mo/craftmarketV2, while those from the mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan can visit www.craftmarket.gov.mo for more details.
The statement pointed out that the products proposed must be of original designs, with a minimum of 10 models available for sale, and may include both cultural and artistic experience services. Lucky draws will be set up if applications exceed the number of places.
Meanwhile, for workshops, the application form can be submitted to apply.DPICC@icm.gov.mo or in person to the Cultural Affairs Bureau in Praça do Tap Seac. Application rules and the application form can be downloaded at www.craftmarket.gov.mo, the statement said, noting that the workshops will be chosen and assessed based on “comprehensive criteria”.
Enquiries can be made by calling IC representatives Ms. Zhou or Ms. Lio on 8399 6289 or 8399 6292 during office hours.
This undated handout photo provided by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) on Monday shows a previous craft market in Praça do Tap Seac.
