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Article: Emerald Festivals and Events in Colombia for 2025

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Emerald Festivals and Events in Colombia for 2025

If you are a lover of Colombian emeralds or interested in this sector, attending an emerald festival or fair in Colombia is a unique experience. These events allow you to see some of the most fascinating stones up close, connect with experts, and discover the latest trends in jewelry and mining.

So, if you want to learn more about the fairs and events taking place this year where Colombian emeralds will be the main attraction, this article is for you.

What is an Emerald Event?

Emerald festivals and events are gatherings where miners, jewelers, traders, and collectors come together to showcase, trade, and learn about these precious gems. These fairs feature exhibitions of rough and cut stones, auctions, conferences, and displays of the latest jewelry collections.

If you are passionate about emeralds, these events are the best opportunity to see exclusive pieces and gain a deeper understanding of the fascinating world of this gemstone.

Emerald Events and Festivals

Throughout the year, Colombia will host several fairs and festivals dedicated to emeralds. Here are some of the most notable events, keeping in mind that dates, locations, and schedules may change:

  1. Bogotá International Emerald Fair
    A key event for buying and selling emeralds, featuring miners, jewelers, and collectors from around the world. It is usually held in March.

  2. Emerald Week in Chivor
    A celebration in one of the most important mining towns in the country, featuring exhibitions and fairs.

  3. National Emerald Fair in Muzo
    A cultural and commercial festival showcasing the purest emeralds extracted from local mines.

  4. Emerald Festival in Coscuez
    An exhibition of rough emeralds with activities focused on mining tourism.

  5. International Emerald Congress (by special invitation)
    An academic and commercial event where experts share research and market trends.

  6. Minerals and Gems Fair in Tunja
    A gathering of geologists, traders, and mineral enthusiasts, with a significant space dedicated to emeralds.

  7. Colombia Annual Emerald Auction (by special invitation)
    One of the most exclusive events, where high-value emeralds are auctioned to collectors and investors. This event is usually held in December to showcase the year's finest gems.

Emerald By Love Will Be Present at These Events

At Emerald By Love, we are passionate about Colombian emeralds, which is why we participate in some of the country’s most important events. We invite you to visit us and discover our exclusive pieces and the exceptional quality we offer.

If you cannot attend these events, don’t worry. In our physical stores and online shop, you will find a selection of certified emerald jewelry, featuring the same high quality you would see at major fairs.

Paula A. Bonilla

Social communicator and journalist from Universidad Sergio Arboleda in Colombia. She is also a jeweler, deeply passionate about continuously learning about precious gems and high-end jewelry.

She currently works for Emerald By Love, one of Bogotá’s most prestigious jewelry stores. With over 40 years of experience, this jewelry brand has two physical locations in the Colombian capital, both situated in the city center.

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