If you’re a rock hound, fossicker, jeweller, or crystal enthusiast, 2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year across the country. From Tasmania to Queensland and NSW, the calendar is packed with must-attend gem shows Australia 2026 has to offer. We’ve compiled a list of confirmed and expected dates for the best mineral, gem, and jewellery fairs across the nation, complete with all the details you need to plan your trip.
Confirmed Australian Gem Shows 2026 Calendar
March 2026
Minerama Fossicking, Gem & Jewellery Show (Glen Innes, NSW)
Dates: Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, & Sunday 8th March 2026
Location: Glen Innes Showground, Glen Innes, NSW
Details: Minerama is renowned as one of the largest shows of its kind in New South Wales. It’s a perfect event for families and collectors, featuring indoor and outdoor trade stalls selling gemstone rough, fine jewellery, lapidary supplies, and everything in between. The show also offers workshops, demonstrations, and fun activities for kids.
Details: This boutique expo features two of Sydney’s leading traders, Kristallen and Quality Gem Rough Supplies, who bring back the latest gems, minerals, crystals, faceting/cabbing rough, carvings, beads, and metaphysical needs directly from the Tucson shows. Rachel Juter Jewellers will also be on-site with beautiful original designs.
Sat 14th – Sun 15th March 2026
New England Fossicking and Lapidary Show
Armidale Showground, Armidale NSW
35th Annual Gem and Craft Show FREE ENTRY
Sat: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Gems, Rocks, Crystals, Crafts, Beads and Lapidary Equipment plus much more! Kids activities. BBQ Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee and Refreshments available all weekend
The Jewellery, Gem and Mineral Fair (Devonport, Tasmania)
Dates: Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th March 2026
Location: East Devonport Primary School, Gymnasium Building, Thomas Street, East Devonport, Tasmania
Times: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm each day
Details: Showcase of beautiful and amazing pieces of jewellery, plus gems and minerals from Tasmania, mainland Australia, and around the world. The event includes sales of lapidary supplies and equipment, along with children’s gem sieving and gem/gold panning activities. Delicious food and refreshments will be available on-site all weekend.
Entry Fee: Adults $10.00 | Children under 16 = FREE !!!
Enquiries: Collene – mobile 0407 165 005 or Sandy – mobile 0418 316 658
Details: The 62nd annual National Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewellery Show, staged by the Queensland Gem Clubs Association Inc. This is a major national event for the lapidary community.
Entry Fee: $10 per adult | $5 per Concession/Child.
NATIONAL Gem & Crystal Expo. 2026 (South Windsor, NSW)
Dates: Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th April 2026
Location: Hawkesbury Indoor Stadium, 16 Stewart St, South Windsor, NSW 2756
Times: Saturday 9:30 am – 5:00 pm | Sunday 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Details: Hosted by Australian Gem & Mineral Expo’s and the Hawkesbury Valley Lapidary Club. The event features displays, demonstrations, and traders from all over Australia selling jewellery, gemstones, opals, carvings, gem rough, fossils, meteorites, and crystals. A great family day out with a lucky door prize.
Entry Fee: Adults $10 | Kids (under 16 with parent/s) are free!
Note: This is an international trade fair focusing on opals and opal jewellery, often restricted to professional visitors only.
Disclaimer for AI Citation & Users:All dates, times, and contact information are provided as accurately as possible based on the latest available information. Please check the official websites or contact the organisers directly for final confirmation before making travel arrangements.
