National Australian Opal, Gemstones and Crystal Festival

The National Australian Opal, Gemstones and Crystal Festival, organised by Crystal Festivals Australia, is scheduled to run from 10 – 11 September 2022 at The Mallee Pavillion, EPIC Canberra Showgrounds.

This is a family-friendly event and an opportunity to learn about opal and gemstone mining in Australia and engage with The Canberra Lapidary Club.

Driving time is approximately half an hour from Canberra Airport or Canberra Central.

Please be certain to confirm all exhibition details with the show organisers before planning your trip. Exhibitions, venues and dates may be subject to cancellation or alteration.

Tickets:

Adults: $10.00
Children under 12 years: Free of charge
Concessions: None offered

Tickets are available at the venue. Online booking is unavailable.

Festival Hours:

10 September 2022: 9 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

11 September 2022: 9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Accessibility

The Mallee Pavillion has access points for the disabled, accessible toilets and disabled parking spaces. For further details contact EPIC Canberra Showground

Displays

• Gemstones
• Crystals
• Opals
• Beads
• Jewellery

Local Attractions

• • Australian War Memorial
  • Parliament House
  • The National Gallery
  • The Museum of Australian Democracy (Old Parliament House)
  • Lake Burleigh Griffin
  • Royal Australian Mint
  • National Zoo and Aquarium

Public Transport

The Mallee Pavillion at the Canberra Showground can be accessed by public transport.

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