Following a packed September filled with high-profile events across Asia and North America, the European gem and jewelry scene takes center stage once again this October. The month’s fairs span contemporary jewelry and mineralogical exploration, bringing together niche markets, business opportunities, and cultural programming. As always, Italy plays a starring role, joined by established destinations like Munich, Millau, Antwerp, and Bucharest.
Here’s a look at the key events to mark on your calendar, selected by IGR editorial team.
Italy: Where Creativity Meets Business
EuroMineral Expo – Turin, October 3–5, 2025
Now in its 22nd edition, EuroMineral Expo in Turin is one of Italy’s foremost fairs dedicated to minerals, gemstones, fossils, and stone materials. Held at the S.E.T.: Scalo Eventi Torino, the show attracts both enthusiasts and industry professionals with offerings ranging from rough and cut gemstones to tools for mineralogical research and classification. Educational areas, themed exhibitions, and hands-on workshops round out the program, making it a favorite for schools, collectors, and gemologists alike.
Il Tarì – Marcianise, October 10–13, 2025
Il Tarì Goldsmith Center, a key hub for jewelry manufacturing in Southern Italy, opens its doors from October 10 to 13 for its fall trade-only fair. The event brings together over 500 companies — including jewelry brands, artisan workshops, and technology and service providers. The 2025 edition will focus on innovation in design, global expansion of the Made in Italy brand, and the ongoing dialogue between tradition and the next generation of artisans.
Milano Jewelry Week – Milan, October 18–20, 2025
Spanning venues across the city, Milano Jewelry Week returns from October 18 to 20 with a rich program that blends art, fine jewelry, experimental design, and cultural initiatives. The week features exhibitions, talks, workshops, and awards hosted in ateliers, galleries, schools, boutiques, and unique urban spaces. Among the most anticipated highlights is “The Jewelry Hub,” an international showcase of emerging designers and independent jewelry houses from around the globe.
Roma Jewelry Week – Rome, 16–26, 2025
Roma Jewelry Week returns in 2025 with an edition dedicated to celebrating jewelry as a true art form that bridges tradition and innovation. From October 16 to 26, with previews September 19–21, Rome will welcome designers, artisans, galleries, schools, and associations to highlight contemporary jewelry against the backdrop of the city’s artistic and cultural heritage.
This year’s theme, Gaudium – The Jubilee Jewel, pays homage to the Holy Year and explores joy as a lasting, authentic value. Exhibitions, installations, and events spread throughout the city will transform Rome into an international stage for jewelry artistry.
France and Germany: Mineralogical Excellence
Salon International de Minéraux, Fossiles, Gemmes et Bijoux – Millau, October 4–5, 2025
Dedicated to mineralogy and gemstones, the Millau edition of the Salon International de Minéraux, Fossiles, Gemmes et Bijoux is a key event for collectors and professionals in southern France. Scheduled for the weekend of October 4–5, the show will feature a diverse array of French and European exhibitors offering rough stones, cabochons, crystals, and handmade jewelry. Visitors can also enjoy a fossil showcase and interactive educational activities.
The Munich Show – Mineralientage München, October 23–26, 2025
Widely regarded as one of the world’s premier mineral fairs, The Munich Show returns to Messe München from October 23 to 26. With over 1,000 exhibitors from 60 countries, the show is divided into three main areas: Gemworld Munich (gems, jewelry, and design), Mineralworld, and Fossilworld. Praised by industry insiders for its curated presentation and global scope, the fair is a must for gemologists, designers, and collectors seeking rare and exceptional natural specimens.
Belgium & Romania: Artisanal and Contemporary Jewelry
Antwerp Jewellery Week – Antwerp, October 8–12, 2025
Set to take place across Antwerp’s historical neighborhoods, Antwerp Jewellery Week shines a spotlight on artisanal and artistic jewelry. The event features exhibitions by jewelers, students, and design academies selected by a curatorial committee, reinforcing the city’s reputation as a hub for creativity and craftsmanship.
Romanian Jewelry Week – Bucharest, October 1–5, 2025
Now in its sixth edition, Romanian Jewelry Week is transforming Bucharest into an international hub for contemporary jewelry. From October 1 to 5, the National Library and other prestigious venues will host more than 230 designers and collectives from over 40 countries. Organized by the Assamblage association, the event features exhibitions, conferences, and workshops, positioning itself as a major platform for jewelry innovation. The 2025 edition will also unveil a commemorative catalog showcasing the most significant works from the past five years, underlining its growing global influence.
