About MICF

About MICF

Crafting heritage, inspiring tomorrow

A curated international exhibition celebrating excellence in craftsmanship — organised by Kraftangan Malaysia under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture.

About MICF

Malaysian artisan

Crafting Heritage, Inspiring Tomorrow

MICF 2026 is a curated international exhibition celebrating excellence in craftsmanship and artisanal industries. Organised by the Malaysian Handicraft Development Corporation, an agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, the event connects artisans, industry leaders and global markets — bringing tradition and innovation under one roof.

Serving both business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) markets, the fair pairs a living exhibition floor with an international sourcing programme, craft demonstrations, fashion shows and hands-on engagement for every visitor.

400+
Leading exhibitors
100k+
Expected visitors
20+
Countries represented

Event Details

Dates International Edition

24 – 28 September 2026

The International Edition runs for 5 days — from the opening on Thursday 24 September through to Monday, 28 September. Weekend included.

Open Daily 10AM – 10PM
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Dates Domestic Edition

24 September – 5 October 2026

The Domestic Edition is a 12-days event — running every single day from the opening on Thursday 24 September through to the closing Monday, 5 October. Weekends included.

Open Daily 10AM – 10PM
Thu24Sep
Fri25Sep
Sat26Sep
Sun27Sep
Mon28Sep
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Wed30Sep
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Venue

Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex

Section 63, Jalan Conlay, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — in the heart of the city, minutes from Bukit Bintang.

Map showing the Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex on Jalan Conlay
A first look at the Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex

Interested? Register now.

Exhibitor booth applications and visitor passes for MICF 2026 are open — reserve your place before the halls fill up.

Collaboration Partners

MICF 2026 is delivered hand in hand with Malaysia’s ministries, cultural institutions and national agencies — partners whose support carries the fair from the workshop floor to the world stage.

Collaboration partners and supporting government agencies of MICF 2026

The Organiser

The Malaysia Handicraft Development Corporation — Kraftangan Malaysia — is the custodian and driving force behind the nation’s craft heritage.

Kraftangan Malaysia

Established 1 October 1979 Parent Body Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture (MOTAC)

Who we are

The Malaysia Handicraft Development Corporation, widely known as Kraftangan Malaysia, is an agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC). Established on 1 October 1979, the corporation serves as the primary custodian and driving force behind the preservation, development and promotion of Malaysia’s rich craft heritage.

What we do

Kraftangan Malaysia bridges tradition and modernity by transforming traditional village crafts into a thriving, globally competitive commercial industry. It empowers local artisans, preserves time-honoured techniques like Batik, Songket, wood carving and weaving, and spearheads contemporary innovations in design and product development.

As organiser of MICF

As the organiser of the Malaysia International Craft Fair, Kraftangan Malaysia is dedicated to creating a vibrant global marketplace. By uniting local master craftspeople with international artisans, MICF fosters cultural exchange, stimulates economic growth and showcases the timeless beauty and market potential of authentic handcrafted arts.