March 2025 promises to be an exciting month for trade shows dedicated to gems, jewelry, minerals, and fossils, with a particular focus on mineralogy. In Europe, starting from Italy, key events are the Bologna Mineral Show in Bologna, and Trinacriaoro in Taormina. France will host two exhibitions dedicated entirely to minerals, while Poland will feature AMBERIF, the premier amber trade fair. Asia will see two major events in Hong Kong, North America will host four — three of them in New York — and finally, Australia will hold one in Oceania.
Europe: From the Taormina Fair to AMBERIF in Gdańsk
Jewelry, Fossil, and Mineral Exhibition – Castelnaudary, France (March 1-2)
France will host the 4th Jewelry, Fossil, and Mineral Exhibition in Castelnaudary. Like previous years, the event will take place at the Halle aux Grains, ideally located in the heart of the city, Place de la République. Professional and amateur exhibitors will showcase their latest discoveries from Occitania, the rest of France, and beyond.
To further engage visitors, the event will also offer a free appraisal service for those seeking expert evaluation of their mineralogical or paleontological finds.
Bologna Mineral Show – Casalecchio di Reno (BO), Italy (March 14-16)
Held at the Unipol Arena in Casalecchio di Reno, the Bologna Mineral Show will feature a wide array of exhibitors from around the world, showcasing minerals, fossils, gems, and jewelry. The complete list of exhibitors is available on the official event website.
Trinacria Oro – Taormina (ME), Italy (March 22-24)
The 18th edition of Trinacria Oro will take place in Taormina from March 22-24, 2025. A key event for professionals in jewelry, goldsmithing, watchmaking, and silversmithing, it will be hosted at the recently renovated “PalaLumbi”, providing an elegant exhibition space.
AGMFO Mineral Show – Cesson-Sévigné, France (March 22-23)
The 38th AGMFO Mineral, Fossil, and Gemstone Show will be held on March 22-23, 2025, at Camera Carré-Sévigné, 1 Boulevard Dézerseul, Cesson-Sévigné. The event will attract both enthusiasts and newcomers eager to explore the world of mineralogy and paleontology.
AMBERIF – Gdańsk, Poland (March 27-29)
AMBERIF is the leading international trade fair dedicated to amber and jewelry, as well as the largest event of its kind in Central and Eastern Europe. Held at AMBEREXPO in Gdańsk, Poland, it continues the city’s historic amber craftsmanship tradition, preserving a centuries-old cultural heritage. The event takes place twice a year, in spring and early autumn.
During the fair, visitors will discover jewelry exhibitions, exclusive previews, and precious stones, along with equipment and accessories related to jewelry design and production. The event will also feature workshops, seminars, and art exhibitions dedicated to amber and jewelry craftsmanship.
AMBERIF will also host the AMBERIF Design Award, which celebrates innovation and creativity in amber jewelry design.
Asia: A Double Event in Hong Kong
HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show (March 5-9) & HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show (March 6-10)
Hong Kong will host two complementary trade shows in March:
- HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, a world-class event dedicated to diamonds, gemstones, and pearls. Organized in a hybrid format called “EXHIBITION+”, it combines physical and online exhibitions. The show will take place at AsiaWorld-Expo from March 5-9, 2025, offering a diverse selection of rough and cut diamonds, colored gemstones, pearls, lab-grown diamonds, and synthetic gems. An integrated online component allows participants to connect and interact virtually, expanding business opportunities beyond geographical limitations.
- HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, dedicated to finished jewelry, will be held from March 6-10, 2025, at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.
North America: A Packed Calendar for New York
MJSA Expo & JA New York Spring – New York, USA (March 16-18)
A dual event for jewelry professionals in New York:
- MJSA Expo, focused on equipment, materials, and services for jewelry creation. Attendees can explore an extensive selection of tools, machinery, and production materials while keeping up with the latest industry innovations.
- JA New York Spring, featuring over 600 jewelry brands, designers, and suppliers, showcasing a diverse range of products across all styles, tastes, and price points.
Both events will take place from March 16-18 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York and will include educational sessions on topics such as advanced jewelry-making techniques, design trends, and business strategies.
Big Gem Show New York – New York, USA (March 15-16)
Also in New York, the 55th Annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show organized by the Buffalo Geological Society will take place from March 15-16, 2025, at the Erie County Fairgrounds in Hamburg.
JIS Spring Show – Miami, USA (March 9-11)
Heading south to Florida, the JIS Spring Show will be held from March 9-11, 2025, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The event will feature numerous exhibitors and offer tools like “My Show”, allowing attendees to plan their visit, discover new exhibitors and products, and optimize their trade show experience.
