Rock & Gem Show Dates

 
 

November 2025

21-23COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Columbia Gem and Mineral Society; Jamil Temple, 206 Jamil Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; $7; Children 12 and under free with adult; military and dependents free with ID; contact Angela Valvasori, (803) 419-2923; Email: treasurer@cgms.rocks; Website: cgms.rocks

21-23CRESTWOOD, KENTUCKY: Annual show; KYANA Geological Society; Camp Crestwood, 7206 Clore Lane; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; Free Admission & Parking; Fossils, Handmade Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Minerals; contact Cathy Toebbe; Email: ctoebbe1@gmail.com; Website: https://www.kyanageo.org/

21-23HILLSBORO, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com

21-23MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Cobb County Gem and Mineral Society; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway SE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; Hourly door prizes. Amazing rocks, crystals, gemstones, minerals, and fossils from all over the world! Beautiful selection of beads, unique jewelry and jewelry-making supplies. Over 30 dealers. We'll have geode cracking, silent auctions, grab bags, lapidary demonstrations, and exhibits; contact Jim Haege, (770) 689-9376; Email: showchair@ccgms.org; Website: www.ccgms.org

22-23WEBSTER, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; Worcester Mineral CLub; St Joseph School, 50 Lincoln St; Sat. 9-4, Sun. 10-4; Adults - $6; Seniors and students - $5; Children under 12 - Free; Scouts in Uniform - Free; contact William Robsky

22-23WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Show and sale; The Gem and Mineral Society of the Palm Beaches; South Florida Fairgrounds, EXPO Center East, 9067 Southern Blvd; Sat. 9-10, Sun. 10-5; Adults $11/Day, Pass $16, Children under 12 free; The show features over 90 dealers offering a wide range of items. Fine Jewelry, Southwestern Native American Jewelry, bead jewelry, loose beads, rocks and minerals for collecting, loose gemstones, settings, fossils and much more. The show offers a wide range of educational and fun activities; contact Arlene Lazzaro, (561) 585-2080; Email: president@gmspb.org; Website: https://gmspb.org/

22-23FRESNO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Fresno Gem and Mineral Society; Elks Lodge, 5351 N. Diana St ; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 13 yrs. and over; 1st Central Valley Holiday Gem & Mineral Show, sponsored by the FG&MS, presents a great show for viewing and learning about the world of rocks and minerals! Beautiful handmade jewelry, stone carvings, precious gems, art, etc., will be available to complete your holiday shopping; contact Daniel Bolm, (708) 821-75; Email: danielbolm096@gmail.com; Website: https://www.fgms.rocks

22-23MADISON, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Madison Gem & Mineral Club; Alliant Energy Center in Exhibition Hall, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-5; $4 adult entry, free kids 12 & under, $8 on-site parking; Pan for gold and sapphire, silent auctions, door prizes, special mineral and jewelry exhibits; contact Nevin Franke; Email: publicity@madisonrockclub.org; Website: www.madisonrockclub.org/

22-23FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Annual show; The Northern Virginia Mineral Club; Dewberry Hall, Johnson Center, George Mason University, 4400 University Dr; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, Seniors (65 and older) $4, Teens (13-17) $3, Children (12 and under) FREE; 33rd Annual Show. Demonstrations, Exhibits, Kid's Activities & Door Prizes. Mini-mines for children to dig in and get free minerals. Silent Auction on Sunday. Approximately 20 quality dealers with Gems, Minerals & Fossils for sale. Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Park in Lot A; contact Tom Taaffe; Email: rockcllctr@gmail.com; Website: www.novamineralclub.org/show

22-23BREMERTON, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Kitsap Mineral & Gem Society; Kitsap Fairgrounds and Events Center, Presidents Hall, 1250 Fairgrounds Rd NW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission; Come to our annual Fall Festival of Gems! Kitsap Mineral and Gem Society is proud to present our annual show once again. Come for family fun, a silent auction, juniors' activities, demos, vendors and so much more! For over 85 years, we have been a club, and for nearly 40, we have been hosting a show; contact Danielle Foss; Email: kmgsfallshow@gmail.com; Website: www.kmgsrockclub.com

22-23LAKESIDE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; El Cajon Valley Gem and Mineral Society; Lakeside Rodeo Grounds, 12584 Mapleview St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free Admission and Parking; Gems, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Beads and Craft Vendors. Free Gem & Mineral Identification. Huge Raffle, Food Booth & Kids Activities. Fun for the whole family; contact Palmer J Taskerud, (619) 729-7904; Email: palmer.taskerud@cox.net; Website: ecvgms.org

22-23MESQUITE, TEXAS: Annual show; Dallas Gem and Mineral Show; Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Dr; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults-8, kids under 12-4, family of 4-20, Vets-Teachers-over 65-5, Scouts in Uniforms-Free. Get QR code for free parking; contact Diana Case, (214) 349-2022; Email: dgmscontracts@yahoo.com; Website: dallasgemandmineral.org

22-23TOLEDO, OHIO: Show and sale; Northwest Ohio Rockhounds; St James Lutheran Church, 4727 Sylvania Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Free admission; Free Kid's Activities Rock Identification, Geode Cracking, Mineral Specimens, and Fossils. Slab, Rough, and Polished Materials Handmade Jewelry and Crafts Decorative Art and more; contact Suzanne Shimatzki, (419) 376-2650; Email: sshimatzki@gmail.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/NWORockhounds/

28-30MOBILE, ALABAMA: Annual show; Mobile Rock and Gem Society; Abba Shrine Center, 7701 Hitt Road; Fri. 1-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Children under 12 years free with paid adult; 24+ Educational exhibits, 30+ Merchants, Live demonstrations of lapidary arts, Gem sluice (mine your own gem bags), Geode cracking, Amazing Fluorescent Mineral display, Door prizes every hour, Raffle of 5 prizes, USA collage exhibit from the Geology dept, Free Parking, Food vendor onsite; contact David Lee; Email: dave.a.lee333@gmail.com; Website: www.mobilerockandgem.com

29-30WICKENBURG, ARIZONA: Annual show; Wickenburg AZ Gem & Mineral Society; Hassayampa Elementary School, 195 E Coconino St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free for Everyone; This show is packed with vendors inside and outside! Over 30 knowledgeable vendors. Free door prizes at each hour. Great raffle prizes help support the club's $3000 annual scholarship to a local high school student; contact Wickenburg Gem & Mineral Society; Email: Wickenburggemmineral@gmail.com; Website: wickenburggms.org/

29-30SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Pacific Crystal Guild; San Francisco County Fair Building, Golden Gate Park, 1199 -9th Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $14, Children 12 and under Free; Over 50 exhibitors will dazzle you with their vast storehouse of brilliant gemstones and shamanic wisdom. They include vendors from around the country and exotic places like Bali, Nepal, Afghanistan and China. Come explore the vast delights and many splendors of the WINTER SAN FRANCISCO CRYSTAL FAIR; contact Jerry Tomlinson; Email: jerry@crystalfair.com; Website: https://www.crystalfair.com

December 2025

5-7MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA: Annual show; Montgomery Gem and Mineral Society; Garrett Coliseum, 1555 Federal Dr; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 11-4; $5, under 18 free with student ID and paid adult admission; Free parking, door prizes, demonstrations, children's activities, "food table"; contact Candace Rutherford, (334) 467-4050; Email: alcandyrutherford@gmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/MontgomeryGemClub

5-7HUDSON, FLORIDA: Annual show; Withlacoochee Rockhoounds; Veterans Memorial Park, 14333 Hicks Road; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Children 14 and under free; Our 50th Anniversary Show Free Parking $1 off coupon available on our website; contact Janice Wojcik, (813) 677-6263; Email: jfwojcik@verizon.net; Website: www.withlacoocheerockhounds.com

5-7COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com

5-7DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $10 Admission (cash only at the door); Select dealers from near and far selling spectacular minerals, jewelry, gems, healing stones, beads, rocks and crystals from all over the world; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com

6-6FAYETTEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Cape Fear Gem and Mineral Society; Kiwanis Recreation Center, 352 N. Devers Street; Sat. 11-4:30; Free Admission; Handcrafted gems and jewelry. Minerals for sale; contact Mark Wilkins; Email: mallen411@yahoo.com; Website: www.facebook.com/capefearclub

6-7MIAMI, FLORIDA: Annual show; Miami Mineralogical and Lapidary Guild; Better Families Through Tae Kwon Do, 6723 SW 81st Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5, (12 and under free with paid adult); The show will feature a wide variety of vendors offering gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, crystals, and unique gifts. Visitors can enjoy exhibits, demonstrations, and activities for kids, making this event fun for the whole family; contact Lauren Kairalla, (786) 440-8333; Email: MiamiGemShow@gmail.com; Website: MiamiGemShow.com

12-14LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA: Show; Mark Woods - Southeastern Mineral Specimens; Gwinnett County Fairgrounds Expo Center, 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy SW; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Adults 13+ $10, kids 12 and under free; Free parking at the venue, wristbands good for all three days! 2 dozen vendors with the best the Earth has produced, available for your holiday shopping, or for your personal collection; contact Mark Woods, (706) 296-9467; Email: darklighter@bellsouth.net; Website: www.facebook.com/events/685426844129204

12-14SWANNANOA, NORTH CAROLINA: Show; Mountain Area Gem and Mineral Association (M.A.G.M.A.); Land of Sky Shrine Club, 39 Spring Cove Road; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; The M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Christmas Show will have over 35 vendors with everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems, minerals, fossils & jewelry in the Southeast! This is a fun, family-friendly event. Food and drink available daily; contact Richard Jacquot, (828) 779-4501; Email: rickjacquot@gmail.com; Website: www.AmericanRockhound.com

12-14SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com

20-21LOGAN, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show; Cache County Event Center, 490 S 500 W, 1215 Henderson Dr; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; Shop the most amazing selection of gifts on the planet! From stone bookends, to handmade jewelry, custom stone knives, geode jewelry boxes, stone spheres, and mineral specimens to outdoor rockhounding equipment, and crystal healing grids! Every child will get a free sample of coal; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.Crystalfestival.org

January 2026

16-18GLOBE, ARIZONA: Annual show; Gila County Gem & Mineral Society; Gila County Fairgrounds, 900 E Fairground Rd; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Donation Requested; Vendors selling gems, minerals, rock specimens, jewelry, fossils and much more. Activity room with hands-on learning. Lapidary, silent auction and snack bar; contact Beverly Hawkins, (928) 363-0345; Email: gilagem.shows@gmail.com; Website: https://gilagem.org/

17-18DELAND, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tomoka Gem & Mineral Society; Volusia County Fairgrounds, 3150 E New York Ave, Tommy Lawrence Arena; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 per adult, kids 12 and under free; Go to tomokagem.org to get $1 off coupon. Demos, kids' activities, silent auction, door prizes, and free parking; contact Mary DeJan, (386) 871-6221; Email: tomokagmsvendor@gmail.com; Website: tomokagem.org

17-18FREDRICKSBURG, TEXAS: Annual show; Fredericksburg Rockhounds; Lady Bird Johnson Park (Pioneer Pavilion), Hwy 16 South; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free for all; Free door prizes hourly, Silent Auction, Raffle Prizes, Mineral and Fossil dealers. Club geologist on site to identify your mystery rocks; contact Frank Rowell, (325) 248-1067; Email: hcgms20@gmail.com; Website: fredericksburgrockhounds.org

18-18LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Mid-Winter Rock Swap; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Lincoln Firefighters Reception Hall, 241 Victory Lane (off Sun Valley Blvd); Sun. 11-5; Adult $3, 15 and under free; Buy, Sell or Trade. Cash and Credit Cards. Fossils, Rocks, Jewelry, Minerals, Lapidary Supplies, and Equipment. Family-friendly. Food Truck on site. Help the Lincoln Food Bank and bring canned items. All Swapper Spaces filled; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: james.marburger@outlook.com; Website: www.lincolngemmineralclub.org

February 2026

14-15GEORGETOWN, TEXAS: Annual show; Williamson County Gem & Mineral Society; Georgetown Community Center San Gabriel Park, 445 E Morrow St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Kids 6-12 $3, Children Under 6 Free; Silent Auction (every half hour) Wheel of Fortune Hourly Door Prize Adult and Youth Grand Prize Drawing Mineral Identification Concessions Available; contact Kenneth Oliver, (281) 381-0781; Email: wcgmsgemboree@gmail.com; Website: wcgms.org

20-22CLARKDALE, ARIZONA: Annual show; Mingus Gem and Mineral club; Clark Memorial Clubhouse Auditorium, 19 N. Ninth Street; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free; Dealers, wire-wrapping and geode-splitting demonstrations, agates, fossils, gems, beads, findings, cabochons, crystals, geodes, rock slabs, tumble-polished minerals, handcrafted jewelry, carvings and unique gift items; Kids' Corner offers free mineral specimens for children 12 and under; contact Bill Hedglin, (928) 634-0269; Email: billkarin3@q.com; Website: http://www.mingusgmclub.com/

21-22MAPLE RIDGE, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Maple Ridge Lapidary Club; Albion Community Center, 24165 104 Ave; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; Admission by donation; Displays, vendors, live auction, demonstrations, crack a Geode, spin and win; contact Walt Pinder; Email: wpinder1@gmail.com; Website: www.mapleridgelapidaryclub.com

21-22ANTIOCH, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Antioch Lapidary Club; Contra Costa County Fairgrounds, 1201 West 10th Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults - $7, Kids 12 and Under Free, Scouts in Uniform Free with Paid Adult, Active Military with ID Free; contact Donna Heath; Email: roccosgee1@yahoo.com; Website: antiochlapidaryclub.com

21-22LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Friends of NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum; NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7, Seniors $6, Military/Veterans $4, Age 4-17 $5, Age 3 and under Free, (Free Parking); Annual show. Rough and finished rock, slabs, cabs, beads, jewelry, fossils, crystals, findings and more. Food vendors on site. Family-friendly. Admission includes Museum access; contact Sandy Kostelecky, (575) 637-1952; Email: friends.nmfrhm@gmail.com; Website: museumrocks.com

February 2026-March 2026

28-1JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Mississippi Gem and Mineral Society; Mississippi Trademart, State Fairgrounds, 1207 Mississippi St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; Adults $8, Students $3, Scouts $2, Under 5 free; Annual Show - Live demos, kids games, daily lapidary demonstrations, display cases, vendors and much more; contact Ken Echols, (601) 214-1272; Email: mgmsshow@missgems.org; Website: missgems.org

28-1VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Vallejo Gem and Mineral Society; McCormick Hall on Solano County Fairgrounds, 900 Fairgrounds Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $6 for Adults, Children under 12 are free, Free return admission on Sunday with wrist band; Vendors, Wheel of Fortune, grab bags, hourly drawings, demonstrators, silent auction, no pets allowed except trained service animals, tickets at door only--no online tickets; contact Debra Duhon, (415) 254-1506; Email: dduhonvgms@gmail.com; Website: vjgems.com

March 2026

7-8WILMINGTON, DELAWARE: Annual show; Delaware Mineralogical Society, Inc; DoubleTree by Hilton, 4727 Concord Pike (Rt-202); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; Seniors (60+) $6, Adults (18 - 59) $7 ($5 with coupon), Juniors (12 – 17) $4, Scouts in uniform & children under 12 free when accompanied by a paying adult. Tickets only sold at the door; 62nd Annual Earth Science Gem and Mineral Show Family Friendly: educational exhibits of mineral, lapidary and fossil specimens; a roster of fine dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry and lapidary supplies, and a children’s area, where youngsters may purchase inexpensive minerals & fossils; contact Dianne Soccio; Email: dmsrocksshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.DMSrocks.org

7-8CALDWELL, IDAHO: Annual show; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; O'Connor Field House, 2207 Blaine Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 cash; Children 11 & under are free with an adult; Dealers; Demonstrations; Black light display; showcases; wheel of gems; sand dig; grab bags; silent auction; raffles; door prizes every 30 minutes plus grand prize giveaways; contact Susan Cassidy, (603) 548-8822; Email: pypnhot@comcast.net; Website: owyheerocks.com

7-8TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Sierra County Rock and Gem Society; Sierra County Fair Barn, 1321 Hyde Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission, Free Parking; Rough & Finished Rock, Slabs, Cabs, Beads, Jewelry, Petrified Wood, Fossils, Geode Cracking. Field Trips, Presentations, Demos. Gold and Sapphire Panning. Wheel of Fortune, Door Prizes. Family Friendly with Fun Kids Activities; contact Megan Holden; Email: scragssierracounty@gmail.com; Website: scrags.org

7-8VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Ventura Gem & Mineral Society; Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free (Fairgrounds charges for parking); Exhibits of gems, minerals, fossils & lapidary arts; jewelry-making demos; gold panning; raffle prizes & silent auctions; Second-Hand Treasures Store & plant sale; 15+ dealers; kids' activities & free resources for teachers. A So-Cal tradition for 6 decades & counting; contact Diane Cook, (805) 312-8467; Email: info@vgms.org; Website: www.vgms.org

13-14RICHBORO, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Leidy Microscopic Society; Advent Lutheran Church, 45 Worthington Mill Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 9-6; Visitor’s Fee (no table): $5, Friday & $10, Saturday (includes lunch), Table space (for two days): $30, (half) & $45, (full table, 6ft); Speaker/presentation on each day; contact Donald McAlarnen, (610) 247-5097; Email: donmcalarnen@outlook.com; Website: https://leidymicroscopical.com

13-15KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Annual show; Greater Kansas City Association of Earth Science Clubs; KCI Expo Center, 11730 NW Ambassador Dr., Exit 112th St. off I-29 or KCI Exit (Cookingham Dr.) off I-435; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; Adults $7, (2-day pass $11, 3-day pass $17) Age 5-12 $4, Age 4 and under free; 60+ retail dealers, wholesale area, swap area. free parking, special exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, scholarship benefit auction at 7 p.m. Saturday; contact Bruce Stinemetz, (816) 795-5159; Email: brucestinemetz@att.net; Website: www.kcgemshow.org or Facebook: Kansas City Gem and Mineral Show

14-15SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; North Seattle Lapidary & Mineral Club; Crown Hill Center, 9250 14th Ave NE; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free; Displays, junior activities, dealers, demonstrations, door prizes; contact Susan Gardner; Email: sgardner3@mindspring.com; Website: www.NorthSeattleRockClub.org

20-22JACKSON, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Michigan Gem and Mineral Society; American One Event Center, 128 W. Ganson St, Keeley Park; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $5 per adult, $3 senior, $2 for students (under 5 free). Veterans free on Friday; Fun for the whole family! Silent auction, Demonstrators, Handicrafters, Exhibits, Displays, Raffle, Hourly door prizes, Speakers. 15 Exceptional Dealers; contact Sally Hoskin, (517) 522-3396; Email: saltoosal2@yahoo.com; Website: www.mgmsrockclub.com

20-22CLOVIS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Fresno Gem and Mineral Society; Clovis Rodeo Grounds, 748 Rodeo Drive; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 13 yr. and older; Family Fun and Educational! Silent Auctions, Door Prizes, geode cutting, Food Trucks; contact Daniel Bolm, (708) 821-7575; Email: danielbolm096@gmail.com; Website: https://www.fgms

20-22SWANNANOA, NORTH CAROLINA: Show; M.A.G.M.A. Mountain Area Gem and Mineral Association; Land of the Sky Shrine Club, 39 Spring Cove Road; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; 34th M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show. We will have over 20 indoor vendors and numerous outdoor vendors with everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems and minerals in the southeast! Kick off the spring rockhound season with the top show in North Carolina; contact Richard Jacquot, (828) 779-4501; Email: rickjacquot@gmail.com; Website: www.AmericanRockhound.com

20-22MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb Civic Center, 548 S Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $10 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointgemshow.com

20-22ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Abq. Gem & Mineral Club; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, Creative Arts Bldg, 300 San Pedro Dr. NE; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Fri. $2, Sat & Sun. $5, kids 12 and under free; Treasures of the Earth Gem Expo. Enter Gate 3 @ San Pedro and Copper; contact Roy McKinney, (505) 715-0138; Email: show-chair@agmc.info; Website: http://www.agmc.info

27-29LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY: Annual show; Blue Grass Gem and Mineral Club; Clarion Hotel Conference Center, 1950 Newtown Pike; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Cash Only, $10 Friday evening (includes admission for Saturday & Sunday) - $5 Saturday & $5 Sunday each—Children 12 & under and Scouts in uniform free; Minerals & fossil specimens, cabbing rough, crystals, artisan jewelry, children's items. Silent Auctions and Club Sales Saturday and Sunday only. Grand Prize drawing 3 p.m. Sunday, Service pets only; contact Russ Blanton, (859) 749-3604; Email: russeblanton@yahoo.com; Website: http://bggamc.homestead.com/

27-29RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Tar Heel Gem & Mineral Club; State Fairgrounds, Kerr Scott Bldg, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 3-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $3 for individuals, $5 for family of 4, kids under age of 5 free; Over 25 vendors and educational exhibits of gems, minerals, fossils, and jewelry. Grab bags, T-shirts, membership, door prizes, cut or crack a purchased geode, and silent auctions throughout the day, including a kids-only section. Demonstrations of gem and mineral art; contact Cyndy Hummel, (919) 779-6220; Email: mchummel@mindspring.com; Website: https://www.tarheelclub.org/

28-29CANTON, OHIO: Annual show; Stark County Gem and Mineral Club; Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave, Arts Building; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Cash only. Adults $5, Seniors $4, Children 6-14 $1, Scouts in uniform Free; Exhibits of fossils, minerals, and fluorescent rocks. Kids' activities (Games, Silent Auction, and Door Prizes). Geode cracker. Adult Silent Auction and Door Prizes. Vendors of rocks, fluorescent rocks, minerals and fossil specimens, beads, handmade jewelry, and novelties. Food truck with great food; contact Terrie Shockling, (609) 505-0060; Email: terrieA@snip.net; Website: Facebook: Stark County Ohio Gem and Mineral Club

28-29LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Antelope Valley Gem and Mineral Club; Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W Ave H; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Admission is free; Parking will be $10; contact Susan Chaisson Walblom; Email: Slchaisson@yahoo.com

28-29CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA: Annual show; Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society; Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center, 4400 6th St SW; Sat. 8:30-6, Sun. 9:30-4; Admission donation requested is $3 for adults over 18; $1 for students 12-18, and free for under 12 and youth groups with leader; The show includes exhibits, demonstrations, dealers, programs and children's activities. Children's activities include: making fossil footprint casts, hunting for rocks in our famous pebble pit, and sluicing for minerals at the Gem Flume; contact Marv Houg , (319) 350-9435; Email: m_houg@yahoo.com; Website: https://www.cedarvalleyrockclub.org

April 2026

1-5JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Joshua Tree Gem & Mineral Show; Joshua Tree RV Lake & Campground, 2601 Sunfair Rd; Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; Family fun for all; Scads of vendors with everything from rough to polished minerals, hand-made jewelry, fossils, cabs, slabs, and much, much more; contact William Sherwood, (760) 218-6137; Email: socaldesert@yahoo.com

4-5LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Sandhills Global Event Center, 84th and Havelock; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adult $8, 2-Day Admission$15, 11 and under free; Family Friendly, Cash and Credit Cards. Gems, Minerals, Rocks, Lapidary Equipment, Demonstration of many arts of the hobby, Dealers, Fossil, and Lapidary Supplies. Free Nebraska Gem Dig onsite; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: james.marburger@outlook.com; Website: www.lincolngemmineralclub.org

11-12MARION, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Southern Illinois Earth Science Club; Pavilion of the City of Marion, Illinois, 1602 Sioux Drive; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $2, Children 18 and under free; Educational displays, fluorescent demonstrations, raffle, featured mineral exhibits, silent auctions, Spin-n-Win for kids and more; contact Michael Chontofalsky, (618) 367-0046; Email: chontofalsky@att.net; Website: siesclub.org

11-12MARIPOSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mariposa Gem and Mineral Club; Mariposa County Fairgrounds, 5007 Fairgrounds Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for adults, kids 14 and under are free, parking is free; This is our 31st annual show. We have many vendors with gems, minerals, jewelry, lapidary rough, and other rock-related items for sale. Additional activities include a large raffle, silent auction, geode cutting, and “rock around the clock” for kids of all ages plus food; contact Meredith Meehan, (559) 868-3535; Email: mgmc@sti.net; Website: mariposagemclub.org/mountains-of-minerals-show/

17-19RICKREALL, OREGON: Annual show; Willamete Agate and Mineral Society; Polk County Fairgrounds, 520 S Pacific Hwy W; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5 17 and under free; Free parking, food vendor, demonstrators, silent auction, kids' games, display cases, fluorescent show, and guest speakers; contact Jessica Suitsev; Email: WAMS.RiverofGems@gmail.com; Website: WAMSI.net

24-26SOUTH JORDAN, UTAH: Annual show; Wasatch Gem Society; Bastian Agricultural Center, 2100 W 11400 S; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Tickets are $3 at the door, Children 12 and under are free; Join us for the biggest and best gem, mineral and fossil show in Utah! Wasatch Gem Society's Annual Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show! Vendors, dealers, small businesses, rock hounds, lapidary lovers, demonstrations, kids' table and artists of all types from across Utah and the nation will be there; contact Roberta Chase, (801) 541-7569; Email: roberta.chase@outlook.com; Website: https://wasatchgemsociety.com/

25-26CUYAHOGA FALLS, OHIO: Show and sale; Akron Mineral Society & Summit Lapidary Club; Emidio & Sons Expo Center, 48 East Bath Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, Seniors (55+) & High School & College Students $5, Children 7-14 $1, Scouts In Uniform & Children 6 and Under Free; Celebrating 50 years - 1976 to 2026. We expect 40 vendors with a large variety of products. We will have geode cracking, a gem mine, children's craft table, demonstrations of lapidary arts, silent auction, food trucks, handicap accessible; contact Evelyn Tryon, (330) 673-9664; Email: etjrtryon@juno.com; Website: summitlapidaryclub.com/gemboree

May 2026

2-3ROTHSCHILD, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Heart of WI Gem & Mineral Society; Central Wisconsin Convention & Expo Center, 10101 Market St; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission; silent auction, kid's activities, door prizes, dealers & displays; contact Kim Aschbrenner, (715) 212-4238; Email: moonstonemystics@gmail.com; Website: www.heartofwisconsinrocks.com

2-3TOPSFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; North Shore Rock & Mineral Club; Topsfield Fairgrounds, 207 Boston Road, Rt. 1; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; General admission $7; $6 with copy of ad/coupon; Children under 12 free; free parking; contact Joe Weisberg, (781) 861-6653; Email: northshorerockandmineral@gmail.com; Website: www.northshorerock.org

2-3MONROE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Everett Rock & Gem Club; Everegreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave SE, Weikel Event Center; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; All ages welcome. Free admission, free parking; Rocks, gems, jewelry, Displays, kids activities, demonstrations, silent auction; contact Candra Burkhardt, (425) 772-3326; Email: Secretary@everettrockclub.com; Website: Everettrockclub.com

June 2026

5-7DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 4:30-Select End Time; $10 Admission cash only at the door; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointgemshow.com

19-21BIG PINEY, WYOMING: Annual show; Sublette County Rock Hounds; Sublette County Fairgrounds, Event Center, 10937 Hwy 189, PO Box 1351; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-3; $3 Adults; Children under 12 and seniors 60+ are free; Celebrating their 10th anniversary during their annual Gem & Mineral Show AND hosting the annual Wyoming State Mineral & Gem Society meeting with field trips, demonstrators, vendors, exhibits, kids’ activities, and food concessions on-site. Including Mr. Bones, the dinosaur puppeteer, and much more; contact Jim Gray, (307) 260-6442; Email: jimgray@wyoming.com

26-28BEDFORD, INDIANA: Annual show; Lawrence County Rock Club; Lawrence County Fairgrounds, Hwy 50; Fri. 10-6:30, Sat. 9-6:30, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; 61st Annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show, Wide variety of Gems, Jewelry, Beads, Minerals, Fossils, Rocks, Lapidary Equipment & Supplies, Rockhound & Prospecting Supplies, 4-H Project & Science Project Material. A fun, interesting & educational experience for all ages; contact Kathy Shaffer, 812-929-5367; Email: djt5766jkft@msn.com; Website: lawnrencecountyrockclub.org

July 2026

10-12TULSA, OKLAHOMA: Annual show; Tulsa Rock and Mineral Society; Exchange Center at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 for Adults, Kids 12 and under free with adult admission. First responders and military free with ID, Scouts free in uniform; Show highlights include rocks, gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, a fluorescent room, beads, crystals, a touch and feel table, working exhibits, displays, silent auction, and a free kids’ zone; contact Martha Rongey, (918) 230-1094; Email: m_rongey@sbcglobal.net; Website: www.tulsarockandmineralsociety.org

23-26FAIRPLAY, COLORADO: Annual show; El Chivo Viejo; Fairplay River Park Event Site, 200 Platte Dr; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Fairplay Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show. An outdoor show. There are mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads, findings, fossils and petrified wood; contact Jay Penn, (505) 883-4195; Email: jaypenn246@gmail.com; Website: http://www.abqfallshow.wixsite.com/fairplay

July 2026-August 2026

31-2CREEDE, COLORADO: Annual show; Creede & Mineral County Chamber of Commerce; Underground Mining Museum & Community Center, #9 FS Rd 503; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-3; Free; Geology Talks both Fri & Sat Evening at 7pm; contact Julie Meiser, (719) 658-2374; Email: office@creede.com; Website: www.creede.com

August 2026

21-23MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb Civic Center, 548 S Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $10 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointgemshow.com

September 2026

5-6HANFORD, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; WonderVision Wellness & Emporium; Hanford Civic Center, 400 N Douty; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Our annual Labor Day Gem & Mineral Show is a free family-friendly event. With over 30 vendors inside and outside, we offer stunning gems and minerals of all kinds for every rock lover. We also have local artists and food vendors outside with talented local musicians bringing music to our ears; contact Michelle Rowsey, (559) 368-2511; Email: wondervisionwellness@gmail.com; Website: wondervisionwellness.com

12-13AMANA, IOWA: Annual Rock Auction; Cedar Valley Rocks & Minerals Society; Amana RV Park & Event Center, 3850 C St; Sat. 8:30-6, Sun. 9:30-4; Free; This is our annual auction in the Amana Colonies. The auction is free and open to the public. Over 1200 flats of rocks, fossils, minerals, and equipment to be auctioned off. Food is available. Stop by on Friday evening from 5-7 to view items; contact Marv Houg, (319) 350-9435; Email: M_Houg@Yahoo.com; Website: https://www.cedarvalleyrockclub.org/auction.html

October 2026

3-4JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Rock River Valley Geological Society; Jefferson County Fair Park Activity Center, 503 N. Jackson Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Will Offering; Mineral,Fossil and Gem show. Dealers. Children Activities. Demonstrations of Jewelry and Lapidary; contact Steven Streich, (608) 655-1011; Email: srockshop@gmail.com; Website: www.stevensrockshop.com

16-18FORT WAYNE, INDIANA: Annual show; Three Rivers Gem and Mineral Society; Allen County (Indiana) Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; 12 and Older $5; Find unique jewelry, buy loose gems, add fossils or minerals to your collection; contact Bev Jenkins, (260) 701-0312; Email: cabsbybev@gmail.com; Website: threeriversgemandmineral.com

November 2026

13-15DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $10 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointgemshow.com