Innisfail Gem & Allied Craft Festival (2026)

Presented by the Innisfail and District Gem Club and Allied Craft Club, the Innisfail Gem & Allied Craft Festival is a vibrant annual community market celebrating lapidary arts, jewellery making, and creative craftsmanship in Far North Queensland. Taking place on Saturday, 29th August 2026 at the Innisfail State College (45 Flying Fish Point Road, Innisfail, QLD), the single-day event features a wide variety of indoor and outdoor stalls showcasing stunning gemstones, custom jewellery, crystals, raw minerals, rocks, lapidary equipment, tools, and unique handmade crafts.
The venue is centrally located, providing a fully covered indoor-outdoor environment operating rain, hail, or shine.
Food and refreshments will be available on-site.
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Tickets and Entry
- Admission: Free entry for all attendees.
Event Schedule and Program
- Saturday, 29th August 2026: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Special Features and Highlights
- Stalls and Traders: Extensive displays and sales featuring polished gemstones, handcrafted jewellery, crystals, fossils, minerals, and rough lapidary material.
- Craft and Tools: Specialised trade tables offering lapidary equipment, cutting supplies, and unique handmade local crafts.
- Family Friendly: An inclusive community atmosphere with food and drink stalls available for purchase on-site.
Local Attractions and Things To Do
- Innisfail Art Deco Heritage: Explore one of Australia’s finest collections of historic Art Deco architecture lining the town centre along the Johnstone River.
- Babinda Boulders & Wooroonooran National Park: Discover stunning tropical rainforest swimming holes, cascading waterfalls, and walking trails just a short drive from Innisfail.
- Flying Fish Point: Enjoy scenic coastal views and relaxed beach walks located only minutes away from the festival grounds.
