GemGenève has announced that its 10th edition will take place from 7 to 10 May 2026 at Palexpo, Geneva, Switzerland. Marking a decade since the show’s inception, the event will continue its hybrid model combining commercial activity with educational, cultural and artisanal initiatives within the global jewellery and gemstone sector.
Originally conceived by Ronny Totah and Thomas Faerber, GemGenève has positioned itself as a meeting point for dealers, designers, craftspeople, collectors and institutions. The organizers stated that the 2026 edition will reaffirm the show’s core focus on jewellery, gemstones, craftsmanship and the transmission of specialized knowhow, while maintaining its human-centred approach to luxury.
A key addition for the 10th edition is the introduction of a dedicated Métiers d’Art Space within the Knowledge Village. The area will showcase traditional jewellery-making skills and allow visitors to interact directly with master craftspeople from a range of disciplines. According to the organizers, the initiative responds to renewed industry interest in artisanal techniques and vocational training, particularly following the post-pandemic resurgence in demand for specialized skills.
Live demonstrations will form a central part of the programme. The Prismatica project will return, bringing together four independent artisans — jewellery maker Rim Bürki, engraver Sonja Petschnig, enameller Félicien Riondel and jewellery maker Matteo Stauffacher — who will collaboratively produce a single piece of jewellery on site during the four-day exhibition. The project is designed to provide visitors with a rare, behind-the-scenes view of the full handcrafting process.
Speaking about the importance of highlighting craftsmanship, Ronny Totah of GemGenève said, “The value of certain jewellery pieces lies above all in the time required to create them and the number of skills involved. These elements are an essential part of what defines true exclusivity in jewellery.”
Education and emerging talent will remain a focus. For the sixth consecutive year, students from Geneva’s University of Art and Design (HEAD) will be given the opportunity to exhibit their work at the show. The student projects, developed under academic guidance, will be displayed publicly, with visitors invited to vote for a People’s Choice Award.
Commenting on the show’s long-term vision, Mathieu Dekeukelaire, of GemGenève, stated, “From the outset, GemGenève has been conceived as a meeting place for all jewellery professionals, while also supporting new entrants to the industry through ongoing educational initiatives.”
The exhibition will be open daily from 10 am to 6.30 pm, with a press conference scheduled for 6 May 2026.
