Jewel of the Gemfields (2026)

The Gemfields Lapidary & Craft Club invites you to the annual Jewel of the Gemfields festival at Roy Day Park on Anakie Sapphire Road in Sapphire, Queensland. This three-day event runs from 7 to 9 August 2026 and celebrates the area’s sapphire mining history with displays from more than 200 exhibitors. Entry is free and there is lots of on-site parking.

This lively community festival in the heart of the Central Gemfields welcomes hobbyists, travellers, gem lovers, and families to enjoy the unique culture of Queensland’s famous sapphire region.

Featuring:

• You’ll find a range of specialist traders like L.A. Gems, Glenn Huntley, Sapphire Gem Cuts, McArthur’s Jewellers, and Earthtoocean-jewellery, offering sapphires, jewellery, opals, gems, and lapidary supplies.
• See sapphire displays, and watch experts demonstrate gemstone cutting, polishing, cabochoning, silversmithing, and faceting.
• Enjoy live musical performances from artists including Hello Jane and Timothy Johnson, alongside entertainment such as Okie Dokie-Karaoke and the roving Memphis Moovers Band.
• Try your luck at finding real gems in the on-site fossicking parks.
• Don’t miss the raffle, with over $26,000 in Australian sapphires to be won. Tickets are $5 each, and the main draw is on Sunday at 1:00 PM.

• Explore the local townships of the wider Sapphire Gemfields, including Rubyvale, Anakie, and Willows.
• Check out the Sapphire Gemfields Wetland Reserve, which has 3.6 km of walking and cycling tracks, viewing platforms, and a bird-watching hide.
• See the region’s famous giant monuments, like the Big Pickaxe, Big Sieve and Shovel, Big Sapphire Ring, and Big Spanner.
• Try guided or self-guided fossicking at local parks and designated public areas nearby.

• Public transport: If you’re traveling across Queensland, check regional connections using the official Translink Journey Planner.
• Amenities and parking: Free on-site parking is available. You’ll also find food and drink stalls with coffee, burgers, hot chips, and doughnuts, as well as an on-site ATM. Overflow camping with basic facilities is available for travelers.

Accessibility: Visitors with access needs or mobility requirements are very welcome. For details about the venue or to arrange specific support, please contact the organisers by email at gemfieldslapidary1@gmail.com or call 0407 056 089.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and is accurate as of the date published. Event details may change or be cancelled without notice. Contact the Gemfields Lapidary & Craft Club to confirm the latest updates before making plans. Please check our Terms of Use.