Minerama – Fossicking Gem and Jewellery Show (2027)

Presented by the Glen Innes Severn Council and local volunteers, the Minerama Fossicking, Gem and Jewellery Show is one of the largest annual specialised gem and outdoor adventure markets in New South Wales. Taking place from Friday, 12th March to Sunday, 14th March 2027 at the Glen Innes Showground (Torrington Street, Glen Innes, NSW), the three-day event features an extensive range of indoor and outdoor trade stalls offering gemstone rough, cabochons, fine jewellery, crystals, fossils, lapidary equipment, and specialised tools.

The Venue is approximately a seven-hour drive from Sydney or a five-hour drive from Brisbane.

A variety of food and refreshment stalls will be available onsite.

Camping sites will be available at the venue. Bookings are essential.

Make sure to confirm all exhibition details with the show organisers before planning your trip. Exhibitions, venues and dates may be subject to cancellation or alteration. Please check our Terms of Use.

Tickets & Entry

• Daily Pass: $5.00 per person, per day.
• Three-Day Pass: $10.00.
• Children: Free entry for those aged 16 years and under when accompanied by a paying parent or guardian.
• Payment Note: Entry is by cash only at the gate.

Event Schedule and Program

• Friday, 12th March 2027: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Saturday, 13th March 2027: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Sunday, 14th March 2027: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Special Features and Highlights

• Extensive Trading Stalls: A massive variety of indoor and outdoor vendors featuring raw stones, polished gemstones, crystals, fossils, handcrafted jewellery, and lapidary gear.
• Fossicking Expeditions & Workshops: Guided self-drive field trips to local fossicking sites coordinated by the local club, alongside educational demonstrations and workshops.
• Food and Convenience: Multiple on-site food and beverage vendors, public amenities, car and coach parking, and family-friendly entertainment.

Local Attractions and Things To Do

• Glen Innes Highlands & Skywalk: Discover breathtaking panoramic views at the Centennial Parklands Skywalk and explore the historic heritage buildings lining the town centre.
• Australian Standing Stones: Visit the national monument paying tribute to the Celtic peoples who contributed to the settlement and history of the region.
• Local Heritage & Museums: Explore regional history via local museums, antique stores, and regional walking tracks.

Camping Costs and Arrangements

On-site camping is directly associated with the event and forms a major part of the Minerama experience for both traders and visitors, utilizing the extensive grounds of the historic Glen Innes Showground.

• For Event Traders: Camping fees are integrated directly into the event setup. Minerama offers a discounted trader camping rate (historically around $25 per day) which is invoiced alongside official trader site fees for the core event nights.
• For General Visitors and Public Attendees: Visitors wishing to camp on-site must arrange their bookings through the Glen Innes Showground (either online via gleninnesshowground.com or by contacting the showground caretaker directly). Standard showground camping rates include powered/unpowered options, excellent amenities (hot showers, toilets, and RV waste disposal), and pet-friendly provisions.

Venue and Visitor Information

• Address: Glen Innes Showground, Torrington Street, Glen Innes, NSW 2370.
• Pavilion & Site Allocation: Spread across the major pavilions and open grounds of the Glen Innes Showground; follow directional signage upon arrival.
• Accessibility: The grounds welcome visitors with general access needs; please contact council event officers in advance for specific mobility assistance or inquiries.
• Contact Organiser: Reach out to the Glen Innes Severn Council event team via phone on (02) 6730 2400, or by email at eventsofficer@gisc.nsw.gov.au, or visit