Exhibitors

Exhibitors

Exhibit at AUSGEMEX 2027

The Australian International Gem, Crystal, Mineral, Fossil and Lapidary Exhibition (AUSGEMEX) is a five-day event presented by Natural History Museum Pty Ltd (Tom Kapitany), bringing together collectors, dealers and exhibitors at Caribbean Gardens in Scoresby, Victoria. Visitors can explore rocks, minerals, fossils, gemstones, crystals and meteorites, with more than 400 local and international sellers expected to take part.

AUSGEMEX realises a long-held goal: a world-class international mineral, fossil and gem exhibition in Melbourne — and a lasting gathering place for the collecting community.

Event dates

  • Thursday 1 April – Monday 5 April 2027
  • Caribbean Gardens, 1280 Ferntree Gully Road, Scoresby, Victoria
  • Open daily, 10 am – 6 pm
  • Thursday is VIP / dealers only

Who should apply

We welcome sellers and exhibitors across the natural history and lapidary trades, including mineral and crystal dealers, gemstone and opal dealers, fossil and meteorite dealers, collectors, miners, lapidary artists, jewellery makers, tool and machinery suppliers, gold detecting suppliers, books and educational organisations, and traders for the dedicated Metaphysical Hall (crystal healing, wellbeing, psychic and tarot).

Stand options and fees

Fees below are as listed on the official booth application. You may request more than one option.

Booth — 3 m × 3 m

$825 incl. GST

Includes three tables (183 cm x 76 cm). All five days.

Table only — no booth

$165 incl. GST

One table (183 cm x 76 cm). All five days.

Sunday tailgate — outside

$55 incl. GST

One outdoor table (183 cm x 76 cm), Sunday 4 April only.

Sunday tailgate — inside

$110 incl. GST

One indoor table (183 cm x 76 cm), Sunday 4 April only.

Key dates for exhibitors

Bump-in (optional) Wednesday 31 March or Thursday 1 April 2027
Dealer day Thursday 1 April – VIP and trade dealers only
Minimum trading days Friday 2, Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 April (compulsory)
Optional trading day Monday 5 April
Bump-out Monday 5 April (after close) or Tuesday 6 April 2027
Trading hours 10 am – 6 pm

Access and equipment

  • Forklift: a forklift is available on the day for exhibitors.
  • Trolleys and hand carts: a limited number are available on the day for exhibitors.
  • Car access: you can drive in to load and unload at bump-in and bump-out.
  • Parking: Free parking for exhibitors.
  • Caravans: Caravans can stay overnight on site (price on application).

Included and optional extras

  • Power — electricity is included free of charge for exhibitors.
  • Event assistant — you can ask to hire an assistant to help staff your stand.
  • Pre-show storage — available on request.
  • Customs clearance — overseas exhibitors can ask for help clearing stock.
  • Display showcases — Exhibition display cases are available for hire only (not for purchase). Glass and acrylic cabinets. See the range.

How to apply

  1. Complete the online application with your business details, products, space needs and photos.
  2. Our team reviews each application to keep a balanced mix of exhibitors. Lodging an application does not guarantee a place.
  3. Successful applicants receive confirmation, payment details and further exhibitor information from the organisers.

Apply to exhibit Exhibitor guidelines Email an enquiry

Prefer to talk first? Email events@naturalhistorymuseum.com.au.