NSW State Gem and Mineral Show 2026
The Gem & Lapidary Council of NSW presents the NSW State Gem and Mineral Show 2026, held at the Hawkesbury District Agricultural Showground, 40 Racecourse Rd, Clarendon NSW 2756. The event is scheduled for Saturday, 26th September and Sunday, 27th September 2026. Show hours are Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Admission is $10 for adults, while children under 16 enter free.
As an official event hosted by the Gem and Lapidary Council of New South Wales Inc., the state show brings together hobbyists, craftspeople, collectors, and enthusiasts to celebrate lapidary arts and mineralogy.
Featuring:
- Exhibitions of handcrafted jewellery, faceted stones, polished stones (cabochons), stone carvings, minerals, fossils, and crystals.
- On-site traders offering finished jewellery, crystals, cut stones, lapidary equipment, slabs, and live faceting demonstrations.
- The GEMKHANA 2026 competition schedule featuring entries and displays from talented state competitors.
Transport and Parking:
- Location: Hawkesbury District Agricultural Showground, 40 Racecourse Rd, Clarendon NSW 2756.
- Public Transport: Clarendon Railway Station is located directly opposite the Hawkesbury District Agricultural Showground (within a few metres of the entrance). As this event is located in New South Wales, public transport options and trip planning can be managed using the official Transport for NSW Trip Planner to check train and local bus services connecting to the Hawkesbury region.
- Parking & Facilities: Free parking is available on-site, and an ATM is located on-site for visitor convenience. Camping sites are also available for attendees.
Accessibility: Please contact the organisers directly via email at secretary@gemlapidarycouncilnsw.org.au prior to attending to confirm specific accessibility arrangements and venue layout suitability.
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