CY Creative You 2026
Join us at Durbanville High School on
26 September 2026 - 3 October 2026
Applications for the CY Creative You Market 2026 are now open.
Applications close on 30 April 2026
Selection Process
1. Applications Open
During this period, we accept all applications submitted via our online platform.
The evaluation process will only commence after the official closing date.
During this period, we accept all applications submitted via our online platform.
The evaluation process will only commence after the official closing date.
2. Initial Review
Once applications have closed, we will begin reviewing all submissions, including your online application and supporting PDF document with photographs.
Once applications have closed, we will begin reviewing all submissions, including your online application and supporting PDF document with photographs.
Should we require additional information or wish to meet you in person, you may be invited to attend our Selection Week.
Please note that any communication or invitation prior to final selection does not constitute approval.
Please note that any communication or invitation prior to final selection does not constitute approval.
3. Final Selection – Overview
* Selection Week is primarily for new applicants or existing collaborators introducing new product lines.
* An invitation to Selection Week does not guarantee participation in the market.
* If you are not invited, it indicates that we are sufficiently familiar with your product and do not require an in-person meeting.
* Final confirmation of collaboration will be communicated via email by the end of May 2026.
CY Creative Market Values
Creativity
We celebrate originality and aim to provide a platform for collaborators to showcase products that inspire their community and customers.
We prioritise innovative offerings that are not overexposed or widely available in the retail sector.
We prioritise innovative offerings that are not overexposed or widely available in the retail sector.
Quality
We place a strong emphasis on high-quality products.
We seek collaborators who offer unique, trend-forward, credible, and well-crafted artisan goods.
We seek collaborators who offer unique, trend-forward, credible, and well-crafted artisan goods.
Proudly South African
We are proudly local.
Preference is given to collaborators whose products are designed, manufactured, assembled, or produced within South Africa.
Preference is given to collaborators whose products are designed, manufactured, assembled, or produced within South Africa.
Important Considerations
We provide floor space and access to a power point only.
Collaborators are responsible for designing and building a stand that reflects their brand identity and quality.
Collaborators are responsible for designing and building a stand that reflects their brand identity and quality.
* Your stand must be staffed for the full duration of trading hours by yourself or a knowledgeable sales representative.
* We do not offer a centralised payment system or barcode facilities.
* Products that are directly imported will not be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I submit my application?
All applications must be submitted via the vendor application link on our website: https://www.thecollectivemarket.co.za/vendor-application
All applications must be submitted via the vendor application link on our website: https://www.thecollectivemarket.co.za/vendor-application
Was my application submitted successfully?
You will receive a copy of your application via email upon successful submission. Please retain this for your records. If you do not receive a confirmation email, ensure that all required fields were completed and that you clicked “Submit.”
You will receive a copy of your application via email upon successful submission. Please retain this for your records. If you do not receive a confirmation email, ensure that all required fields were completed and that you clicked “Submit.”
Can I make changes after submission?
If you need to amend your application, please do not submit a new one. Instead, email vendor@thecollective.co.za, and we will assist with updating your submission.
If you need to amend your application, please do not submit a new one. Instead, email vendor@thecollective.co.za, and we will assist with updating your submission.
When will I receive feedback?
You will receive an automatic confirmation upon submission. All applicants will receive a formal response by the end of May 2026.
You will receive an automatic confirmation upon submission. All applicants will receive a formal response by the end of May 2026.
Must I attend the market in person?
Yes. If you are unable to attend, you must appoint a trusted and experienced sales representative who is knowledgeable about your brand and product range.
Yes. If you are unable to attend, you must appoint a trusted and experienced sales representative who is knowledgeable about your brand and product range.
Will you provide tables or display equipment?
No. We do not supply tables, shelving, partitioning, or any shopfitting elements.
Your stand should be a unique and well-designed space that showcases your brand.
No. We do not supply tables, shelving, partitioning, or any shopfitting elements.
Your stand should be a unique and well-designed space that showcases your brand.
Are certain types of furniture or equipment prohibited?
Yes.
The following are not permitted: camping equipment, plastic tables, camping chairs, gazebos, tents for fitting rooms, or floor-length tablecloths.
Yes.
The following are not permitted: camping equipment, plastic tables, camping chairs, gazebos, tents for fitting rooms, or floor-length tablecloths.
Are fitting rooms provided?
No.
If required, fitting rooms must be incorporated into your own stand design.
No.
If required, fitting rooms must be incorporated into your own stand design.
Please download the document below containing all the important information
about our market, before completing the online application.
