May 2025 is shaping up to be a packed month for gem, mineral, and jewelry enthusiasts. In Europe, GemGenève in Geneva will once again be the premier destination for high jewelry, while Italy will host OROAREZZO, the Genova Mineral Show, and the Verona Mineral Show — must-attend events for collectors and industry professionals. In Asia, Japan will welcome the International Jewellery Kobe (IJK), while in the United States, all eyes will be on the NJ Mineral Show in New Jersey.
Europe: The Return of GemGenève and Key Events in Italy
GemGenève – Geneva, Switzerland (May 8–11)
GemGenève is a prestigious international fair dedicated to gems and jewelry, taking place May 8–11, 2025 at Palexpo in Geneva, Switzerland. Now in its ninth edition and themed “Border(s)”, the event is a gathering place for designers, traders, experts, and enthusiasts, featuring a wide range of exhibitions, conferences, and workshops. Organized by industry professionals, GemGenève aims to foster creativity, support emerging talent, and encourage the exchange of knowledge and ideas within the gemological and jewelry communities.
This edition will showcase rare gemstones, antique jewelry, live demonstrations by artisans and artists, a lecture on Golconda diamonds, and an exhibition featuring some of the finest 20th-century jewels.
The event coincides with the prestigious Geneva Luxury Week and its renowned spring auctions, further enhancing its significance on the global stage. A noteworthy initiative is free entry for youth under 18 and students interested in the industry — an effort to inspire the next generation to discover the world of gems and fine jewelry.
OROAREZZO – Arezzo, Italy (May 10–13)
OROAREZZO is an international trade fair dedicated to goldsmithing, silversmithing, and jewelry. It will be held May 10–13, 2025 at Arezzo Fiere e Congressi.
A benchmark for industrial Made in Italy jewelry manufacturing, the fair offers a complete overview — from gold and silver craftsmanship to jewelry production and cutting-edge machinery. Each year, it hosts a curated selection of international buyers, representing both well-established export markets and emerging countries with untapped potential.
Key highlights include PREMIERE, which honors Italian goldsmith companies with original creations blending tradition and innovation, and TALENTS, a category dedicated to students and designers under 30, giving them the chance to exhibit and be recognized for their work.
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Genova Mineral Show – Genoa, Italy (May 10–11)
Set along the Ligurian coast, the Genova Mineral Show will be held on May 10–11, 2025 at the Porto Antico Conference Center in the historic Cotton Warehouses. This marketplace event focuses on minerals, fossils, gemstones, and ornamental stones.
Verona Mineral Show – Verona, Italy (May 23–25)
The 72nd edition of the Verona Mineral Show is scheduled for May 23–25, 2025 at the Veronafiere exhibition center. It is one of Italy’s key events for professionals and enthusiasts of minerals, fossils, gemstones, and handcrafted jewelry.
With over 250 exhibitors and 10,000 square meters of exhibition space, the fair offers a wide selection of minerals, fossils, stone-set jewelry, and artisan bijoux.
Visitors can attend workshops and lectures hosted by the Verona Geological and Mineralogical Association, designed for both adults and younger audiences to deepen their knowledge of geosciences.
Asia: Jewelry in Kobe and Hyderabad
Hyderabad Jewellery Pearl & Gem Fair (HJF) – Hyderabad, India (May 9–11)
The Hyderabad Jewellery Pearl & Gem Fair (HJF) is one of India’s leading B2B jewelry trade shows. Its 17th edition will take place May 9–11, 2025 at Hall 4 of the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad.
More than 350 exhibitors and over 8,000 industry professionals are expected to attend. The fair will showcase gold, diamond, and silver jewelry, gemstones, pearls, and jewelry manufacturing equipment and technology.
The event is supported by major trade associations, including the Hyderabad Jewellers Manufacturers Association and the Telangana Bullion Gems & Jewellers Federation.
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International Jewellery Kobe (IJK) – Kobe, Japan (May 15–17)
Heading to Japan, the International Jewellery Kobe (IJK) — one of the leading jewelry trade fairs in western Japan — will take place May 15–17, 2025 at the Kobe International Exhibition Hall. Now in its 29th edition, this annual event gathers thousands of professionals from across Asia.
North America: A Key Show in New Jersey
NJ Mineral, Fossil, Gem & Jewelry Show – Edison, New Jersey, USA (May 14–18)
The NJ Mineral, Fossil, Gem & Jewelry Show is a major event scheduled for May 14–18, 2025 at the New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center in Edison, NJ. This annual show attracts exhibitors from around the world, offering visitors a chance to explore and purchase a vast array of specimens, including minerals, fossils, meteorites, gemstones, handcrafted jewelry, amber, pearls, and more.
In addition to the main exhibit hall, the fair features a dedicated section for wholesale vendors, open to licensed buyers. The public can also enjoy interactive activities such as gem hunting, geode cracking, and touching real dinosaur fossils — making the event perfect for families and younger visitors.
