🎉 60th Festival of Minerals & Gems in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines: An Unforgettable Anniversary Edition!
From 25-29 June 2025, the small town of Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, nestled in the heart of the Alsatian Vosges, will host one of the world's largest events dedicated to the treasures of the Earth: Minerals & Gems Festival, which this year celebrates its 60th edition !
A unique event in Europe
With more 1000 exhibitors from 50 countries, this festival attracts every year tens of thousands of visitors : lovers of minerals, jewelers, scientists, collectors, or simple curious in search of wonder.
On more than 50 000 m2 of exposure, you can discover :
- The raw minerals spectacular
- The cut gems sparkling
- The rare fossils
- The artisanal jewellery
- The Gemmology tools, books and materials
It is also an opportunity to attend expert-led conferencesto participate in Educational workshops, or have your own stones estimated by professionals.
A 60th edition under the sign of emotion
To mark the 60th anniversary of this mythical event, the 2025 edition reserves many surprises :
- One retrospective exhibition on the history of the festival
- The spare parts first exposure
- An interactive space mixing history, science and passion
And of course, the warm and friendly atmosphere that has made the festival famous since 1965!
Why go?
Whether you're a geology enthusiast, a professional in the sector, a jewelry designer or simply a nature lover, the Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines Festival is a must-have experience :
- For buy or exchange unique parts
- For learn and share with an international community
- To live a magical moment between science, art and culture
Practical information
📍 Where? Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines (Alsace)
📅 When? From Wednesday 25 to Sunday 29 June 2025
🎟️ Tickets, complete program and info:
