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SUMMARY:Southern Rockhounds Gem Fair (2026)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted annually by the club\, the Southern Rockhounds Gem Fair is a key community event in Adelaide’s south\, featuring over 30 stalls from South Australian and interstate dealers. This year’s edition will take place on 31 October – 1 November 2026 at the Southern Rockhounds Clubhouse\, 17 Gerald Court\, Christie Downs\, SA. \nConfirm 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. \nTickets and Entry\n\nAdults: $5.00 (Door payment)\nChildren: Welcome (supervised fossicking available)\n\nEvent Schedule\n\nSaturday\, October 31\, 2026: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nSunday\, November 1\, 2026: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM\n\nFeatures and Exhibits\n\nStalls and Dealers: Over 30 stallholders offering rough mineral specimens\, finished cabochons\, and expertly crafted jewellery from Australian and international sources.\nDemonstrations: Live demonstrations showcasing lapidary workshops\, faceting\, silver-smithing\, and carving techniques inside the clubhouse.\nMember Showcases: Themed exhibits curated by club members\, featuring fossils\, faceted stones\, and rare private collection mineral specimens.\nFamily Activities: Supervised kids’ fossicking sandpit area\, allowing children to sieve for gemstones.\n\nVenue and Visitor Information\n\nImportant Rules: No dogs allowed on the premises\, with the exception of registered service dogs. Note that cash is recommended for door entries and some stalls.\nCatering: Fully catered event with club-run food outlets offering BBQ\, light refreshments\, and Devonshire tea.\nLocation: Southern Rockhounds Clubhouse.\nContact Organiser: For specific enquiries or exhibitor details\, reach out to secretaryrockhounds@gmail.com or call (08) 8186 6588.\n\nAccessibility\n\nWheelchair Accessible Entrance: Ground-level clubhouse access with flat entry points suitable for mobility devices.\nAccessible Parking: Designated parking and street-level access available around the clubhouse precinct.\nAccessible Restrooms: On-site accessible toilet facilities.\nFor information about specific accessibility needs\, please contact the Southern Rockhounds directly.\n\nPublic Transport\n\nVisitors can consult the Adelaide Metro Journey Planner for the most current train and bus routes to Christie Downs.\n\nLocal Attractions\n\nChristie Creek Trail: A local walking path offering a scenic break from the fair.\nPort Noarlunga Reef: A short drive away\, featuring one of the most accessible and significant marine reserves in South Australia.\nMcLaren Vale Wine Region: Located just a short drive south\, offering world-class vineyards and artisan food producers.\nOnkaparinga River National Park: Excellent for those interested in the local geological and natural landscape\, featuring dramatic cliffs and river gorges.\n\nComing Events\n\nFor more upcoming gemstone and jewellery shows and events in South Australia\, please consult Gem Fairs (SA).
URL:https://gemfairs.com/event/southern-rockhounds-gem-fair/
LOCATION:Southern Rockhounds Clubhouse\, 17 Gerald Court\, Christie Downs\, SA\, 5164\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Australia,Gem Fairs,November,October,South Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Rockhounds":MAILTO:secretaryrockhounds@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Geelong Gem\, Crystal and Jewellery Show (2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Geelong Gem\, Crystal and Jewellery Show is scheduled to run from 31st October to 1st November 2026 at Geelong West Town Hall. Are you curious about minerals\, gemstones\, and fossils? Discover more about these wonders of nature at the 2026 Show. There will be displays and demonstrations by club members\, and trade vendors will be represented. \nDriving time from Melbourne is generally less than an hour and a half. \nBe 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. Please check our Terms of Use. \n\nExhibition Hours:\n31 October 2026: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.\n01 November 2026: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. \n\nTickets:\nAdults: $5.00\nChildren: Free (Under 16) \n\nDisplays\n\nDemonstrations\nGemstones\nCrystals\nMinerals\nBeads\nHandmade Jewellery\nShowcases and display materials\nJewellery cleaning\nInformation and applications for membership of the Geelong Gem & Mineral Club\n\n\nLocal Attractions\n\nEastern Beach Reserve\nGeelong Botanical Gardens\nGeelong Gallery\nNarana Aboriginal Culture Centre\nNational Wool Museum\n\n\nPublic Transport\nThis venue can be accessed by public transport. \nTrip Planner \n\nAccessibility\nDue to the age of the building\, the Main Hall is not currently DDA compliant. For further details contact Geelong West Town Hall
URL:https://gemfairs.com/event/geelong-gem-crystal-and-jewellery-show/
LOCATION:Geelong West Town Hall\, 153 Pakington Street\, Geelong West\, VIC\, 3218\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Australia,Gem Fairs,Jewellery Shows,November,October,Victoria
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ORGANIZER;CN="Geelong Gem & Mineral Club":MAILTO:geelonggemmineralclub@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Suncoast Gem and Fossicking Club Sale Day (2026)
DESCRIPTION:Suncoast Gem and Fossicking Club Sale Day is a localised community trading event showcasing lapidary arts\, mineral collecting\, and handcrafted silver jewellery. Hosted at the club’s dedicated workshop facility in Buderim\, this single-day market allows local members and hobbyists to trade raw materials\, cut gemstones\, and finished specimen pieces. Visitors can browse unique stalls\, chat with experienced lapidary artists\, and tour the club’s workshop amenities. \nConfirm 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. \nTickets and Entry\n\nAdults: Gold Coin Donation\nChildren: Free\nParking: Free on-site parking available\n\nEvent Schedule and Program\n\nSaturday\, October 31\, 2026: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n\nSpecial Features and Highlights\n\nGemstone and Material Stalls: Feature an array of opals\, gems\, crystals\, handcrafted jewellery\, polished stones\, specimens\, and a large selection of rough rocks and slabs.\nClub Open Day: Open access to view the club’s facilities and active workshop areas.\nCatering: On-site sausage sizzle and coffee van supplying food and refreshments.\n\nVenue\, Vendor and Organiser Details\n\nVenue: Suncoast Gem and Fossicking Clubrooms\nAddress: Elizabeth Daniels Park\, 22 Syd Lingard Drive\, Buderim\, QLD 4556\, Australia.\nOrganiser: Suncoast Gem and Fossicking Club Inc.\nStall Information: Stall allocations are strictly limited and generally reserved for active club members due to space constraints.\n\nAccessibility\n\nFor enquiries about accessibility and special needs\, please contact the organisers on (07) 5444 2702\n\nPublic Transport Information\nThe clubrooms at 22 Syd Lingard Drive inside Elizabeth Daniels Park are easily accessible via the local bus network. You can plan exact times\, routes\, and connections using the Translink Journey Planner. \nLocal Attractions\nExperience the best of Buderim and its immediate surroundings: \n\nBuderim Forest Park and Serenity Falls: A lush\, 45-hectare rainforest sanctuary located right on the edge of town. It features a scenic 1.3 km elevated wooden boardwalk alongside a cascading creek that leads directly to Buderim Falls (Serenity Falls).\nBuderim Village Park: A beautiful\, multi-hectare clifftop parkland offering clear\, panoramic\, sweeping views over the Sunshine Coast coastline. It features excellent barbecue facilities\, modern covered picnic pavilions\, manicured gardens\, and open green lawns perfect for relaxing.\nHarry’s on Buderim: A premium dining attraction housed inside a beautifully preserved\, 140-year-old heritage-style homestead. Positioned quietly on the rainforest fringe of Buderim Forest Park\, it showcases top-tier local produce and upscale Australian cuisine.\nMooloolaba Beach and Esplanade: Located just a short 10 to 15-minute drive down the plateau. Visitors can easily transition from the volcanic mountain scenery to pristine coastal sands\, ocean-view dining strips\, and the SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium.
URL:https://gemfairs.com/event/suncoast-gem-and-fossicking-club-sale-day/
LOCATION:Suncoast Gem and Fossicking Clubrooms\, Elizabeth Daniels Park\, 22 Syd Lingard Drive\, Buderim\, QLD\, 4556\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Australia,Gem Fairs,October,Queensland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suncoast Gem and Fossicking Club Inc.":MAILTO:gemclub@bigpond.com
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