Rock & Gem Show DatesJuly 2025 10-12—NYSSA, OREGON: Annual show; Nyssa Chamber of Commerce; Nyssa School, 809 Bower Ave; Thu. 12-9, Fri. 9-9, Sat. 9-9; Free; Come join us and enjoy all the different vendors at Thunderegg Days! Follow us on Facebook for more information about the rock tours and the list of events; contact Nyssa Chamber of Commerce, (541) 372-3091; Email: nyssachamberofcommerce@gmail.com 11-13—DURANGO, COLORADO: Annual show; Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club; La Plata County Fairgrounds Event Center, 2500 Main Ave; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $5 for ages 14 and up; Sixty Dealers from across the U.S. will sell extraordinary rocks, gems, minerals crystals, fossils, meteorites, geodes, shells, and beads from around the world, as well as jewelry, equipment, tools, findings and more! Fun and free activities for the kids, such as gold panning and treasure hunts; contact Cindy Pugsly; Email: Info@durangorocks.org; Website: https://www.durangorocks.org/July 2025-August 2025 27-3—SPRUCE PINE, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Parkway Fire and Rescue; Parkway Fire and Rescue Event Grounds, 136 Majestic View; Sun. 10-6, Mon. 10-6, Tue. 10-6, Wed. 10-6; Free admission; Thursday through Sunday hours are 10 AM to 6 PM 60 worldwide vendors are able to give demonstrations. Gem mine tours are available; contact Donna Collis, (828) 765-2117; Email: collisdonna@yahoo.com 30-3—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Annual show; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds, 1451 Fairgrounds Road, (Patio Behind the Floral Building); Wed. 11-11, Thu. 11-11, Fri. 11-11, Sat. 11-11; Free Admission; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc. has been doing the county fair for over 40 years, come in an buy a thunderegg (Oregon's state rock) and we will cut and polish at assorted prices. Club sales, wheel of fortune, raffle, tumbled rocks, jewelry and miscellaneous rock stuff; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: www.roguegemandgeology.org/August 2025 1-3—ISHPEMING, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Ishpeming Rock and Mineral Club; Ishpeming Elk's Lodge, 597 Lakeshore Drive; Fri. 9-12:30, Sat. 9-3:30, Sun. 12:30-3; Saturday show is free to attend. Friday and Sunday Field trips are $10 per person; 49th Annual Upper Peninsula Gem and Mineral Show Sponsored in conjunction with Travel Marquette Friday: Field trip to Republic Mine Saturday: Show with over 50 vendors Sunday: Field trip to Lindberg Quarry; contact KIrsten R Maki, (540) 850-4170; Email: krmaki75@gmail.com; Website: ishpemingrocks.org/show.html 1-3—PRESCOTT VALLEY, ARIZONA: Annual show; Prescott Gem & Mineral Club; Findlay Toyota Event Center, 3201 N Main Street; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $5 adults; $4 seniors, vets, students, kids under 12 with paid adult; 21st Annual Show! Over 75 vendors offering Gem & Mineral related products including mineral specimens, beads, slabs, cabochons, crystals, fossils, gem rough, meteorites, fine jewelry, lapidary and jewelry making demos and classes, kids' area, fluorescent exhibit, raffle and more; contact Doreen Clark; Email: doreenphx@gmail.com; Website: prescottgemmineral.org 1-3—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St; 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 1-3—VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: Show and sale; Treasures of the Earth; Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, 16 and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, there will be displays of Virginia rocks and minerals, lapidary arts demonstrations, and geode cutting by the two Gem and Mineral societies of the area. A gemologist will also be available for appraisals; contact Ellen White, (757) 641-21; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: http://www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 1-3—NIPOMO, CALIFORNIA: Show; Orcutt Mineral Society; Nipomo High School, 525 N. Thompson Ave; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission and parking; Orcutt Mineral Society 57th Rock And Gem Show there are 60 outside dealers and 12 inside dealers and there is a kid's booth and food trucks; contact Renea Sutcliffe, (180) 592-927; Email: Nipomocowgirl55@yahoo.com 1-3—BELFAST, MAINE: Annual show; Midcoast Mineral Collectors Club; Bayview Point Event Center, 15 Front Street; Fri. 6-9, Sat. 9-7, Sun. 10-5; Free for all; Midcoast Maine's First Gem and Mineral Fair! In beautiful downtown Belfast! Vendors from all over Maine and New England. Showcasing Gems, Fine Minerals, Crystals, Fossils, Jewelry, Fun Educational Interactive Displays, Good Food, and much more; contact Nyla Bravesnow, (207) 568-3261; Email: dragonfly9indigo@gmail.com; Website: https://dragonfly9indigo.wixsite.com/midcoast-mineral-col 2-3—VERNAL, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show; Uintah Conference Center, 313 E 200 S; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; Family-Friendly, Over 30 Vendors, Kids' Activities, Fluorescent Party & Class on Friday; contact Adrienne Marie McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org 2-3—ROSEVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Roseville Rock Rollers Gem and Mineral Society; Roebbelen Event Center @ The Grounds, 700 Event Center Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; General Admission $10, Kids 12 and Under Free with paid adult; NorCal's big 63rd annual show, over 70 top quality vendors; crystals, minerals, rocks, fossils, jewelry, gems, fun for kids! Plus, free scientific mineral ID bring your treasures to evaluate! Show details, advance tickets, or discounted prepaid parking on website; contact Gloria Marie; Email: gloriarosevillerockrollers@gmail.com; Website: https://rockrollers.com/pages/gem-mineral-show 7-10—BUENA VISTA, COLORADO: Annual show; Buena Vista Contin-Tail Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show; Buena Vista Rodeo Grounds, Gregg Drive; Thu. 9-6, Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-6; Free Admission, Free Parking; Join us for a fun, family-friendly, and educational event. Each year, 80-100 vendors get together to sell beautiful gems, minerals, fossils, lapidary art, handmade jewelry, and more. More than just a ‘rock show’; it truly is an experience; contact Lisa Cooper, (719) 351-4018; Email: bvrockshow@gmail.com; Website: https://bvrockshow.com/ 8-9—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Show and sale; Turquoise United; Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th Street NW; Fri. 10-4, Sat. 10-4; The Turquoise Gem Show is Free; All other events require registration; contact John Ancona, (602) 320-1601; Email: johnancona@pm.me; Website: https://turquoiseunited.com 8-10—SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Marin Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free; 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 8-10—PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Puyallup Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Tacoma Sportsmen’s Club, 16409 Canyon Road East; Fri. 12-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-3; Free Admission; Convenient parking is available. Vendors will be offering a wide selection of crystals, minerals, fossils, beads, findings, lapidary equipment, cabochons, geodes, and jewelry, just to name a few things to add to your collection. Also available will be rough materials; contact Jillian Y Higgins, (253) 355-3146; Email: J.Y.Higgins@gmail.com; Website: www.puyallupvalleygemandmineralclub.com/shows 8-10—PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Port Townsend Rock Club; Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 4907 Landes St; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-6; Gate admission prices are: $8 for adults, $6 for seniors 65+ and for students 13-17, $2 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and younger; Featured with the Fair each year we include members display cases and vendors. A large running HO scale train display, spin the wheel for prizes and a raffle; contact Vicki Stearns, (425) 941-5708; Email: vickistearns52@gmail.com 9-10—GONZALES, LOUISIANA: Annual show; Baton Rouge Gem & Mineral Society; Lamar Dixon Expo Center - Trademart Building, 9039 S St. Landry Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults - $5, Children ages 5-12 - $3, Military Personnel Free with ID, $1 off for Scouts in Uniform; Gemstones, Minerals, Fossils, Fine Jewelry $1 Grand Prize Raffle, Two-Day Auction, Hourly Door Prizes, and More! Find us on Facebook! Baton Rouge Gem & Mineral Society’s Annual Show; contact Wanda Gawarecki, (225) 603-3870; Email: mercymom3@gmail.com 9-10—MEBANE, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Individual; Mebane Arts and Community Center, 633 Corregidor Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission; Welcome to the Rocks, Minerals, Beads, Gem & Jewelry show! Get ready to explore a dazzling array of precious stones and unique jewelry pieces at the Mebane Art Center. Discover rare rocks, exquisite minerals, beautiful beads, and stunning gems from various vendors; contact Ash, (919) 257-8915; Email: Jewelpassageshows@gmail.com; Website: www.jewelpassageshows.com 9-10—WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; Pacific Crystal Guild; Civic Park Community Center, 1345 Civic Drive (at Broadway); Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $14, Children 12 and under Free; The fantastically marvelous Crystal Fair is coming to Walnut Creek on the second weekend in August (the 19th &10th). It will be a spectacular show. Rocks & minerals, gems & jewelry, metaphysical arts. Find the crystal that's right for you. Get a massage. Have a psychic reading. Get an aura photo; contact Jerry Tomlinson, (415) 383-7837; Email: jerry@crystalfair.com; Website: https://www.crystalfair.com 10-10—ALDERGROVE, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Retail show; Fraser Valley Rock & Gem Club; Legion Parking lot, 26607 Fraser Highway; Sun. 10-4; Family, kids & adults; Vendors will be selling jewelry, gemstones, crystals and lapidary supplies. This is a family-friendly event. NOTE: The Legion will be selling hot dogs and hamburgers during lunch; contact Ruby Jaggernath, (604) 856-5954 13-17—MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Milwaukee Show, LLC (Lowell Carhart and Don Olstinske); Baird Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue; Wed. 12-7, Thu. 10-7, Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7; Sun. 11-6; Adults $10 / Kids $5 This exciting new show is one hour north of Chicago O’Hare airport and takes place in the just-completed $465 million expansion of the Baird Center. It boasts 332,000 sqft of indoor selling space and will allow us to grow to 1,700 booths; contact Lowell Carhart, (804) 291-6357; Email: LowellCarhart@yahoo.com; Website: www.milwaukee.show 15-17—SOUTH BEND, INDIANA: Annual show; Michiana Gem & Mineral Society; St Joseph County 4H Fairgrounds, 5117 South Ironwood; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-4; Adults/Kids 12 and up $5; Dealers, displays, exhibits, lapidary arts demonstrations, kids corner, door prizes, silent auction and more; contact Holly Kraftor; Email: geodesandgemstones@hotmail.com; Website: www.michianagms.org 15-17—SANTA 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 15-17—LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: Wholesale and retail show; Mid-Atlantic Gem and Mineral Association/dba Gem Miner's Jubilee; Lebanon Valley Expo and Fairgrounds, 80 Rocherty Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $6, Discount coupon on website; children under 12, Veterans Free; Two wholesale rooms; outdoor tailgate area; demonstrations; contact Teresa Schwab, (301) 807-97; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com 15-17—LAKE GEORGE, COLORADO: Annual show; LGGMC; Lake George, Hwy 24, East of the Post Office, 4 mi. W of Florissant; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; 30+ vendors with local specimens, auction and kids activities; contact Carol Kinate, (719) 648-9015; Email: kinatec@aol.com; Website: lggmclub.org 16-17—BOSSIER CITY, LOUISIANA: Annual show; Ark-La-Tex Gem and Mineral Society; Bossier City Civic Center, 620 Benton Rd; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; General $6, Youth(6-12yrs) $3, Military & First Responders $3, Children under 6yrs - free; contact Del Glazner; Email: Larockclub@gmail.com; Website: http://larockclub.com 16-17—BOSSIER CITY, LOUISIANA: Annual show; Arklatex Gem & Mineral Society; Bossier City Civic Center, 620 Benton Rd; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, Kids 6-12 yrs $3; Kids activities; contact Del Glasner, (318) 517-7372; Email: dglasner2001@yahoo.com; Website: larockclub.com 16-17—TEHACHAPI, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Tehachapi Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Tehachapi Senior Center, 500 East F Street; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free; Gems, Minerals, and Jewelry. Activities for the whole family. Plus, it's Mountain Festival weekend; contact Ronald Myrick, (661) 972-1117; Email: travis462@outlook.com; Website: Tvgms.net 16-17—RICE LAKE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Northwest Wisconsin Gem & Mineral Society; Barron County Fair Grounds - Youth Expo Center, 101 Short Street, (On Hwy. 48 - North End of Rice Lake); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Children's Museum, Activities & Crafts, Demonstrations, Displays & Door Prizes; contact Roy Wickman, (715) 357-3223 22-24—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; Admission $10 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.bellpointpromotions.com 23-24—SANDY, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show; Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 State St; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; Family-Friendly, Over 60 Vendors, Kids' Geology Scavenger Hunt, Make Your Own Pet Rock & More; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org 23-24—CANTON, NEW YORK: Annual show; St. Lawrence County Rock & Mineral Club; The Pavilion, 90 Lincoln St; Sat. 9-4:30, Sun. 9-3; Adults $5, Children 12< free; Free wire wrapping classes, free mineral kits for kids, & silent auction both days, Filed collecting trip Sat. 9AM. Sign up beforehand. 315-244-3040. Cathedral raffle and handmade grill raffle Sunday at 2PM. Fluorescent mineral hunt for kids Fri. night at dusk at the Pavilion. Lights provided; contact William F Delorraine, (315) 287-2560; Email: wdellie@gmail.com; Website: stlawrencecountymineralclub.org 23-24—EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Geology Section of Peoria Academy of Science; East Side Centre, #1 East Side Drive; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Free admission and parking; Dealers of Gemstones, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Slabs, Fluorescents, Carving, and stone items Demonstrations of Cutting and Polishing Cabochons, Fluorescents, Wire Wrapping, Geode Cracking, Beading Other Activities: Silent Auction, Door Prizes, Grab Bags for Children, Special Interest & More; contact Sandi Lawson, Show Chairman, bixbite62@gmail.com 23-24—ELK MOUND, WISCONSIN: Rock Swap Meet & Sale; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Town of Wheaton Ball Parks, 3900 38th Street; Sat. 8-4, Sun. 8-4; Free; Vendors pay $25.00 per day for spot. Set up and take down your items each day that you attend. No overnight camping. Gems, minerals, and rock-related items and equipment for swap meet; contact Paul Tubbs, (715) 834-5747; Email: CVGMS2017@gmail.com 29-31—COSTA 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 29-31—SILVER CITY, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Grant County Rolling Stones; Grant County Veterans' Memorial Business and Conference Center, 3130 Highway 180 East; Fri. 11-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; 40th Annual Rock and Mineral Show, vendors, displays and kids activities; contact Anita Williams, (907) 830-0631; Email: jaspermerlin4@gmail.com 29-31—ST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA: Annual show; Jerri Heer; The Coliseum, 535 4th Avenue N; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Teens and Veterans $4, Children 12 and Under Free; First Big Fall Show of 2025 in Southern Florida! 15,000 sf of fabulous vendors of Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Minerals, Beads, Fossils and more! This show is retail and open to the public, perfect timing to use some of that Holiday gift $$. Join us at St. Petersburg's historic Coliseum; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.comAugust 2025-September 2025 29-1—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Show and sale; Treasures of the Earth; North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5, Mon. 10-4; $8 for adults, 16 and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, there will be wire-wrappers who can design custom jewelry and wrap stones on site; contact Ellen White, (757) 641-2124; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: http://www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 30-1—CLAYTON, NEW YORK: Annual show; Individual; Cerow Recreation Park Arena, 600 E Line Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5, Mon. 10-4; $5, children under 12 are free. Students gets free tickets from their science teacher; Educational talks are available at the second floor conference room. We have a fun time and free gift bags for children; contact Guangxia Hazlewood, (315) 783-952; Email: auroraxia@yahoo.com; Website: www.risingauroragems.comSeptember 2025 1-6—THORNTON, COLORADO: Annual show; Just Minerals and Crystals Event; Doubletree by Hilton Denver/Thornton, 83 E 120th Ave; Mon. 12-6, Tue. 10-6, Wed. 10-6, Thu. 10-6; Free; Wholesale to the public for first two days and then wholesale and retail for the duration; contact Geoff Krasnov, (484) 201-6995; Email: geoff@geokrazy.com; Website: www.facebook.com/TheJustMineralsShow/ 5-7—GREENFIELD, INDIANA: Annual show; 500 Earth Sciences Club; Hancock County 4-H Fairgrounds, 620 N. Apple Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; 48th Annual Greater Indianapolis Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show - Dealers of Fossils, Minerals, Gems, Jewelry and Lapidary Supplies. Daily Demonstrations of Silver Smithing, Faceting and more. Silent Auctions, Spectacular Raffles, and Kid’s Area. A geologist will be on site to identify specimens; contact Brian Mercer, (317) 459-1572; Email: bkremercer@gmail.com; Website: 500earthsciencesclub.org 5-7—WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA: Show and sale; Forsyth Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Educational Building - The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds , 569 Fairgrounds Boulevard; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Adults $3 per day, children/students thru grade 12 free with accompanying adult; 54th Annual Show & Sale - Adult tickets include hourly drawings for a $20 gift certificate good at any dealer or the club booth; contact Arvil Marion; Email: mariona1@yadtel.net; Website: www.forsythgemclub.com 5-7—BOWLING GREEN, OHIO: Annual show; Toledo Gem and Rockhound Club; Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W Poe Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $6, 3 day Pass $12, Kids under 12 and Scouts in Uniform Free; Annual Club Show featuring 35 + vendors of Jewelry, Gems, Crystals, Minerals, Beads, Rough Rock, Tools and so much more! Displays, Demos, Kid's activities, something for everyone. Come immerse yourself in the world of Gems and Lapidary, see what the Toledo Gem & Rockhound club is all about; contact Jerri A Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: jheerx6@aol.com 6-7— LONGVIEW, WASHINGTON: Annual show; SWMS Southern Washington Mineralogical Society; Cowlitz County Fairgrounds Event Center, 1900 7th Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free for whole family; Auctions, kids activities, demonstrations, blacklight room, jewelry, beads, food, prizes. Beautiful and unusual things to see. Rocks for sale; contact Greg M Larson, (503) 421-3877; Email: gm_larson@hotmail.com 13-14—ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society, Inc; Florida National Guard Armory, 2809 S. Fern Creek Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Adults $5, Kids $3, Scouts in uniform Free; Vendors offering rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, beads, jewelry, artifacts, handcrafted cabochons, etc. Silent Auction, door prizes, demonstrations and family activities; contact Salvatore Sansone, (321) 278-9294; Email: ssfossilhunter@aol.com; Website: www.cfmgs.org 13-14—RENO, NEVADA: Show and sale; The Reno Gem and Mineral Society, Inc; Grand Sierra Resort Silver State Pavilion, 2500 E. Second Street; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $10 adults, kids <12 free; 40+ vendors, RGMS sponsored Silent Auctions (30 min. intervals), Raffle (gifts, $), Demonstrations, Lectures, Kids Corner, Wheel Spinning, Gold panning, Display cases, Fluorescent Rock Booth, Dinosaurs and fossils; contact Stephanie Leonard, (925) 785-4551; Email: sabl@comcast.net; Website: www.renogms.org 19-21—LINCOLN, MISSOURI: Annual show; Mozarkite Society of Lincoln, Inc; Lincoln City Park, 20 miles south of Sedalia, 2 blocks east of Bullseye; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-3; Free Admission; contact Pam Radu, (660) 287-5557; Email: mozarkiterocks@gmail.com; Website: mozarkite.org 19-21—PAYSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; Payson Rimstones Rock Club; Mazatzal Hotel and Casino Event Center, MM 261 Hwy 87; Fri. 1-6, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Friday $3, Sat & Sun $5, Children under 13 free; Gems, minerals, fossils, opals, jewelry, slabs, cabs, geodes, or rough material plus more. An education center for children and adults with a geologist to answer questions, a Spinning Wheel, a rock hunt, a magnificent fluorescent display, demonstrations, and silent auction area; contact Becky Bagshaw, (928) 476-3419; Email: paysonrimstones@aol.com; Website: rimstonesrockclub.org 19-21—FISHERSVILLE, VIRGINIA: Show and sale; The Shenandoah Valley Gem & Mineral Society; The Augusta Expo, 277 Expo Road; Fri. 2-6, Sat. 10-6; Tickets are cash only at the door - $5 for Adults - $3 for Seniors & Students - Children 12 & under & Scouts/Military in uniform admitted FREE - Admission good for all three days!; See something that really ROCKS: the 57th annual Shenandoah Valley Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show! You'll enjoy exhibits from the Shenandoah Valley Gem and Mineral Society plus activities for kids and educational demonstrations! Shop for minerals gems fossils & handcrafted jewelry from 35+ vendors; contact Scott Gregory, (727) 542-9723; Email: sgregory357@hotmail.com; Website: https://bit.ly/SVGMS-Show-2025 19-21—SANDY, UTAH: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S State St; 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 19-21—SWANNANOA, NORTH CAROLINA: Show; Mountain Area Gem and Mineral Association (M.A.G.M.A.); Land of the Sky Shrine Club, 39 Spring Cove Road; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free; The 32nd M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show will have over 35 vendors with everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems, minerals, fossils & jewelry in the Southeast! Entering the show is always free and 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 19-21—RICHMOND, VIRGINIA: Show and sale; Treasures of the Earth; Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E Laburnum Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $8 for adults, 16 and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, the Richmond Gem and Mineral Society will be there with educational displays of Virginia rocks and minerals and dinosaur bones; contact Ellen White, (757) 641-2124; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: http://www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 20-21—NASHVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; Brown County Rock and Mineral Club; Brown County 4-H Fairgrounds, 802 Memorial Drive; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; free; gold panning, kids activities and freebies, silent auctions hourly, indoor and outdoor vendors, food truck on site; contact Tyler Ferris, (317) 671-5796; Email: tferris36@gmail.com; Website: https://www.browncorockandmineral.com/ 20-21—CHICO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Feather River Lapidary & Mineral Society, Inc; Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair Street; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Adults $6, Kids 16 & under free, $1 off with postcard/coupon. Plenty of free parking courtesy of FRLMS; There will be over 30 dealers both indoor and outdoor selling everything from rough rock to jewelry, fossils, and specimens. Door prizes! There will be geode cracking, a treasure hunt and wheel spin, silent auctions both days, on-site food, etc. We hold our Scholarship raffle Sunday afternoon; contact John Scott; Email: shows@featherriverrocks.org; Website: www.featherriverrocks.org 20-21—ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Pasadena Lapidary Society; Arcadia Masonic Center, 50 W. Duarte Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; Our 65th Annual Gem and Mineral Show will feature Exhibits, Demonstrations, Raffle Prizes; Dealers offering gems, minerals, lapidary, geology-related items and much more; educational Kids' area with grab bags, sand scoop, treasure wheel, starter rock collection. Snack bar; contact Marcia Goetz, (626) 260-7239; Email: marcia.pls.emails@gmail.com; Website: https://pasadenalapidary.org/pls-2025-show/ 20-21—GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO: Annual show; Grand Junction Gem and Mineral Club; Mesa County Fairgrounds, 2785 US-50; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $5, Seniors and Military: $4, Kids<12: Free; Our 79th Annual Rock Show, Kids activities, Silent Auction, Florescent room, Silversmithing and Lapidary demonstrations, Free Parking, Food Trucks, 40 Vendors indoors + outdoors, Email Contact: President@GrandJunctionRockClub.org; contact Steve Cable, (970) 312-1005; Email: restlesspeacefulness@protonmail.com; Website: www.grandjunctionrockclub.org 20-21—POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK: Show and sale; Mid-Hudson Valley Gem & Mineral Society, Inc.; Gold's Gym & Family Sports Center, 258 Titusville Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, Seniors/Students $5, Children under 12 FREE with adult; contact Linda Wuest, (845) 626-7136; Email: garnet327@hvc.rr.com; Website: www.mhvgms.org 20-21—AMANA, IOWA: Annual Auction; Cedar Valley Rocks & Minerals Society; Amana RV Park & Event Center, 3850 C St; Sat. 8:30-6, Sun. 9:30-4; Free Admission; The Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society holds an annual two-day auction each fall. The 2025 auction will be held Saturday and Sunday, September 20 and 21. Viewing is Friday evening from 5:00-7:00. The auction is open to the public. Food is available; contact Marv Houg, (319) 350-9435; Email: m_houg@yahoo.com; Website: cedarvalleyrockclub.org 26-28—EAST FLAT ROCK, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Henderson County Gem and Mineral Society; National Guard Armory, 2025 Spartanburg Hwy; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5/Children 12 and under are FREE with paid adult; NEW DATES! NEW LOCATION! 17+ Vendors. Gems, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry and So Much More. Children's Activities. Hourly door prizes. Cabochon and faceting demonstrations. Convenient Location with plenty of FREE parking; contact Terrilyn Price, (404) 368-6099; Website: https://wp.hcgms.com/gem-show/ 27-28—SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; San Luis Obispo Gem And Mineral Club; San Luis Obispo Veterans Memorial Building, 801 Grand Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5, Children 12 and under free; The show will feature dealers selling a fantastic array of gems, minerals, fossils, carvings, jewelry, beads, jade, crystals, meteorites, lapidary and metaphysical items. There will be demonstrations of jewelry-making and lapidary crafts; contact Mary Rafferty; Website: https://slogem.org/gems-by-the-sea/ 27-28—WEST FRIENDSHIP, MARYLAND: Annual show; Gem Cutters Guild of Baltimore; Howard County Fairgrounds, 2210 Fairgrounds Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; Tickets are $6 for adults. Scouts in Uniform and Kids 12 and under admitted free; Award-winning displays of jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, meteorites and lapidary art. Choice rough, slabs, tools, finished gems, minerals, fossils, beads and jewelry for sale. Interactive gem mine for the kids and door prizes every hour; contact Dave; Email: information@gemcuttersguild.com; Website: https://www.gemcuttersguild.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=331066&module_id=573315 27-28—LUBBOCK, TEXAS: Annual show; Lubbock Gem and Mineral Society; Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; $5 Adults age 12 and up, $3 Age 6 - 11, under 6 free; Dealers selling minerals, jewelry, fossils, beads, crystals, rocks, specimens, rough, slabs, cabochons, and geode cracking. Demonstrations, displays, fluorescent tent, presentations by local Geologists, door prizes, silent auction, big kids area; contact Walt Beneze, (806) 797-5832; Email: walt@lubbockgemandmineral.org; Website: www.lubbockgemandmineral.org 27-28—ST PAUL, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Minnesota Mineral Club; Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1694 Judson Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5/person, kids 12 & under are free; Grab the kids or a friend and have a great time at Minnesota Mineral Club's Annual Rock, Mineral & Gem Show: Agates, Fluorescents, Gems, Jewelry, Minerals, Fossils, Exhibits, Demonstrations, Rock ID, Kids' Activities, 60+ Vendors, ATM, Food Trucks. Everything from trinkets to eye-popping specimens; contact Karen; Email: showchair@minnesotamineralclub.org; Website: www.minnesotamineralclub.org 27-28—OCEAN SPRINGS, MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Mississippi Gulf Coast Gem and Mineral Society; Ocean Springs Civic Center, 3730 Bienville Blvd. (HWY 90); Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Kids under 12 free with paying adult, 1 door prize ticket with each paid admission; Magnolia State Gem, Mineral and Jewelry show, there will be over 20 vendors, Exhibits, Demonstrations, Educational Resources, Available for Purchase: Fossils, Gemstones, Jewelry, Supplies and More. Also, there will be children's activities and a sluice; contact Barbie Beatty, (228) 238-9900; Email: mgcgms@bellsouth.net; Website: www.mgcgms.org 27-28—OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Oshkosh Earth Science Club; Sunnyview Exposition Center, 500 E County Rd. Y; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults - $2, Kids under 12 Free; Member Displays - Demonstrations Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry Over 20 Vendors filling over 80 Tables Door Prizes - Raffles Fun Children's Area Food Vendor; contact Michael J Lenz; Website: https://www.facebook.com/p/Oshkosh-Earth-Science-Club-100064428711904/October 2025 3-5—WESTWEGO, LOUISIANA: Annual show; Gem & Mineral Society of Louisiana, Inc; John A. Alario, Sr. Event Center (Alario Center), 2000 Segnette Blvd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10:30-4; Adults - $7 for all weekend pass. Kids 11 & under - free. Students, Military, & Members with ID - $3; Demonstrations of jewelry-making & cabochon cutting. Geode cracking. Kids' activities include Gem mining, Dinosaur corner, and Plinko for prizes. Grand prize for paid entrants will be an Amethyst cathedral. Silent auctions & door prizes held each day. Fluorescent mineral display; contact Dave Cope; Email: davec@gmsofla.org; Website: www.gmsofla.org 3-5—SPANISH FORK, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show; Spanish Fork Fairgrounds, 475 S Main St; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; Where metaphysics meets geology and the celebration fo rocks, minerals, fossils, gems, and crystals come to life! Come shop over 30 vendors, participate in kids activities, enjoy educational displays, and more! This family-friendly event is open to the public and packed with fun; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.Crystalfestival.org 3-5—HILLSBORO, OREGON: Annual show; Portland Regional Gem & Mineral Association; Wingspan Event and Conference Center, at Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass, 12 & under free; The Portland Regional Gem & Mineral Show is hosted every October by 5 area non-profit clubs. This is a family-friendly event focused on Geology and Paleontology. It is the largest non-profit show of its kind in the Portland area. Display Exhibits: Explore lapidary art, specimens and geological wonders; contact Roberta Hanson, (503) 449-3543; Email: prgmsa.president@gmail.com; Website: https://portlandregionalgemandmineral.com/ 3-5—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St; 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 3-5—VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: Show and sale; Treasures of the Earth; Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $8 for adults, 16 and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, there will be displays of Virginia rocks and minerals, lapidary arts demonstrations, and geode cutting by the two Gem and Mineral societies of the area. A gemologist will also be available for appraisals; contact Ellen White, (757) 641-2124; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: http://www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 3-5—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Abq. Fall Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE - Enter at Gate 3 @ San Pedro and Copper, Creative Arts Bldg; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission to show, $10 parking; Mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads, fossils, findings; contact Jay Penn, (505) 883-4195; Email: jaypenn246@gmail.com; Website: https://www.showabq.com 4-4—LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Lake Elsinore Mineral and Gem Society; Lake Elsinore, 32097 Corydon Rd; Sat. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; contact John; Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/530281757337262/ 4-5—ANDERSON, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Shasta Gem and Mineral Society; Shasta District Fairgrounds, 1890 Briggs Street; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free to all; 70th Annual Gem Show. Jewelry, Crystals, Minerals, Fossils, Gemstones, Silent Auction, Exhibits, Raffle, Kids Booth; contact Kelly O'Leary, (530) 722-7133; Email: sgmsrocksredding@gmail.com; Website: shastagemandmineral.org 4-5—CABOT, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Central Arkansas Gem, Mineral, and Geology Society; Veteran’s Park Community Center, 508 N Lincoln St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $3 for Adults. Free admission for children, Boy/Girl Scouts in uniform, and First Responders & Military Personnel; Don’t miss the 52nd Annual Central Arkansas Gem, Mineral, and Geology Show on October 4th and 5th—our biggest indoor event of the year! Explore 20+ vendors offering rocks, minerals, crystals, fossils, jewelry, slabs, and cabochons. Live Demos, Educational programs, Kids Dig, and Free Rock Painting; contact Joseph Johnson, (501) 690-4487; Email: cagmags@gmail.com; Website: http://www.centralarrockhound.org 4-5—EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Worthen Earth Searchers; Rock Island County Fairgrounds, 4200 Archer Drive; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $1, children under 12 are free; One of the biggest and best shows in the Midwest! Around 40 vendors! Activities include Geode-cracking, Flint knapping, Pearl picking, Gem Sluice, and our famous silent auction; contact Cindy M Cottrell, (563) 210-4744; Email: cc31068@yahoo.com; Website: https://worthenearthsearchers.org/ 4-5—SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Lincoln Orbit Earth Science Society; Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 66 4 H Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $2 for adults, $1 for seniors, Kids 12 and under and scouts in uniform free; There will be dealers, demonstrators, exhibits, kid's activities (fossil dig, spin and win, geode race, egg carton collection), silent auction, Springfield Maker Space, flint knapping, geode cracking, concessions, escape room, and more; contact Mary Boesdorfer, (217) 414-0033; Email: loesspublicity@gmail.com; Website: www.loess.org 4-5—MONROE, WASHINGTON: Show and sale; Marysville Rock and Gem Club; Evergreen Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave SE, Building 500; Sat. 10-5; Free; The 49th Annual "Rocktoberfest" Rock, Jewelry, and Mineral Show & Sale Demonstrators, Dealers, Exhibits, Raffle Drawings, Door Prizes, Food Service, Espresso & Elephant Ears Special Display - Dino Skull; contact Brian Murril, (425) 346-9313; Email: bmurril@aol.com; Website: marysvillerockclub.com 4-5—SANFORD, FLORIDA: Annual show; Florida Fossil Hunters; Sanford Civic Center, 401 E. Seminole Blvd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $6/ adult; $2/child; Fossils, rocks, minerals, artifacts, supplies, silent auctions, children’s activities; contact Valerie First, (407) 699-9274; Email: vjfirst@aol.com; Website: Floridafossilhunters.com 4-5—JEFFERSON, 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; Demonstrations of Lapidary, Faceting and Wire Wrapping. Children's Activity Area. Mineral, Fossil, Gemstone and Jewelry Dealers; contact Steven Streich, (608) 655-1011; Email: srockshop@gmail.com; Website: www.stevensrockshop.com 10-12—LOGAN, UTAH: Show and sale; Cache Rock and Gem Club; Cache County Events Center, 450 South 500 West; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-6; Adults $3, Family $10 Children 12 and under free; You will find the following at our show: Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Educational Exhibits, Demos, Supplies, Vendors and Door Prizes. Don't miss our Fabulous Fluorescence display. Activities for the kids include: Wheel of Fortune, Mystery Bags and Gem Dig; contact Brett Fonnesbeck; Email: crgc.showmaster@gmail.com; Website: cacherockandgemclub.com 10-12—COSTA 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 10-12—BUCKEYE, ARIZONA: Annual show; West Valley Rock and Mineral Club; Buckeye Equestrian Center, 10300 S Miller Rd; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Adults $ 3, Kids 10 and under free; Kids rock treasure hunt, Live geode cracking. Jewelry, Lapidary equipment, Beads, Buy a ticket, win a prize, face painting, jewelry wrapping, too much to list; contact West Valley Rock and Mineral Club; Website: https://westvalleyrockandmineralclub.com/ 10-12—LOGAN, UTAH: Show and sale; Cache Rock and Gem Club; Cache County Event Center, 450 South 500 West; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-6; Adults $3 Families $10 12 and under free; The Cache Rock and Gem Show 2025 has Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Displays, Educational Exhibits, Demonstrators, Supplies, Vendors, and Door Prizes. Don't forget to see our Fabulous Fluorescence Display. Children's Activities include: Wheel of Fortune, Mystery Bags, and Gem Dig; contact Brett Fonnesbeck; Email: crgc.showmanager@gmail.com; Website: cacherockandgemclub.com 11-12—TOPEKA, KANSAS: Annual show; The Topeka Gem & Mineral Society Inc; Stormont Vail Event Center, Agricultural Hall, 17th & Topeka Blvd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adult $6, Student (13-17) $2, Child under 13 with Adult - Free; 68th Annual Show, Exhibits, Vendors selling rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry, gifts & more. Activities for children & adults, silent auctions, raffle drawings, demonstrations and door prize drawings. Junior Rockhound and 4H displays, educational programs. Coupon for $1 off adm on the club website; contact Millie Mowry, (785) 267-2849; Email: rock2plate@aol.com; Website: www.topekaGMS.org 11-12—REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Peninsula Gem and Geology Society; Commuinity Activities Building, 1400 Roosevelt Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Children under 12 Free; Rocks, Fossils, Crystals, Minerals, Gems, Jewelry, Beads, Exhibits, Childrens Activities, Demonstrations, Mineral Identification, Free rocks for kids; contact Cliff Imprescia; Email: impresciaconstruction@gmail.com; Website: Pggs.org 11-12—FAIRFIELD, IOWA: Annual show; Sac & Fox Lapidary Club; Jefferson County Fair Grounds, 2606 W Burlington St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free admission; Across from Walmart. Events for kids; contact Steve Mitchell; Email: Mitchell1972@comcast.net 11-12—WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; Pacific Crystal Guild; Civic Park Community Center, 1345 Civic Drive (at Broadway); Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $14, Children 12 and under Free; The fantastically marvelous Crystal Fair is coming to Walnut Creek on the second weekend in August (the 13th & 14th)). It will be a spectacular show. Rocks & minerals, gems & jewelry, metaphysical arts. Find the crystal that's right for you. Get a massage. Have a psychic reading. Get an aura photo; contact Jerry Tomlinson, (415) 383-7837; Email: jerry@crystalfair.com; Website: https://www.crystalfair.com 17-19—AUSTIN, TEXAS: Annual show; Austin Gem and Mineral Society; Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, Seniors/Military ID $7, Ages 13-18 $2, 12 and under free; Annual gem & mineral show with over 30 vendors of jewelry, beads, gemstones, minerals, crystals, fossils & spheres. 75th year Diamond Jubilee. Hosting annual SCFMS Meeting; contact Laird Fowler, (512) 458-9546; Email: info@agms-tx.org; Website: www.agms-tx.org 17-19—DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd; 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 17-19—SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI: Annual show; Ozarks Gem & Mineral Society; Ozark Empire Fairgrounds & Event Center (West Hall), 3001 N Grant Avenue; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; $5/person over the age of 5 with a $20 family pass; Free Parking, Kids Corner is available Saturday and Sunday only; contact Mark Northrup, (417) 597-4657; Email: ogms.1957@gmail.com; Website: https://ogms.rocks/November 2025 1-2—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Show and sale; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds Pavilion Building, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; https://www.facebook.com/GrantsPassRockClub; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: https://www.roguegemandgeology.org/ 1-2—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; San Diego Mineral & Gem Society; Liberty Station Conference Center, 2600 Laning Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking. Service Animals only; Free Gem & Mineral ID, 29 dealers, >20 exhibits, demonstrations, kids educational tables, gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, rough, slabs, cut stones, jewelry, and plenty more; contact LuAnn Benton, (858) 945-4762; Email: luannz@att.net; Website: sdmg.org 1-2—OAKS, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; Greater Philadelphia EXPO Center, Hall D, 100 Station Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; 1-Day Adults - $7, 2-Day Adults - $11, Children under 12 years - $1, adult discount coupon or online sales $5, Boy and Girl Scouts in uniform with adult Scoutmaster admitted free; 56th Annual GEMARAMA, hosted by Tuscarora Lapidary Society, features vendors, as well as exhibit cases and a large demonstration area where visitors can view stone cutting, jewelry making, wire wrapping, beading, chain making and more. Kids activities available. Free parking and food available; contact Linda Green; Email: tuscaroralapidary@gmail.com; Website: www.lapidary.org 1-2—RALSTON, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Nebraska Mineral and Gem Club, Inc; Liberty First Credit Union Arena, 7300 Q St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, 12-18 and Seniors over 55 $4, under 12 free with paying adult; Demonstrations & Dealers, Kids Activities, Displays. Check out the Gems & Jewelry, Fossils & Specimens, Collectibles & Gift Items, Rough rock Slabs & Lapidary Materials, Rock paintings & Carvings. Check out the Silent auction and Rock Pile for bargains. Proceeds are used for our scholarship fund; contact Tammy Jeanneret, (402) 209-0747; Email: tjeanneret6515@gmail.com; Website: nerockgem.org 1-2—BREWER, MAINE: Annual show; Penobscot Mineral and Lapidary Club; Joseph L Ferris Community Center, 318 Wilson St; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $3 adults, kids under 12 free; contact Alvin Theriault, (207) 528-3077; Email: alvintheriault@yahoo.com; Website: www.facebook.com/PenobscotMineralandLapidaryClub/ 1-2—STURTEVANT, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Racine Geological Society; Fountain Banquet Hall, 8505 Durand Ave. (Hwy 11); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Freewill Donation; Minerals, fossils, gemstones and jewelry dealers, large club silent auction, exhibits and door prizes; contact John Lowman, (262) 989-9193; Email: lowman.john@sbcglobal.net; Website: https://racinegeologicalsociety.weebly.com 7-8—HURRICANE, UTAH: Annual show; Antonella Townsend; Washington County Legacy Park, 5500 W 700 S; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7; Free admission; 11th Annual Southern Utah Rock and Gem Show! Join us for an exciting weekend celebrating 11 years of rock, fossil, and gem discoveries! Whether you're a passionate rockhound or just looking for a fun time; contact Antonella Townsend, (435) 609-9265; Email: antonellalr1976@gmail.com 7-9—HUMBLE, TEXAS: Annual show; Houston Gem and Mineral Society; Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $12 adults, seniors, kids over 10; Dino Dig for kids. Youth section with games and touch specimens. Scout merit badge program. More than 40 dealers; contact Scott Singleton; Email: fossilwood@comcast.net; Website: https://hgms.org/ 7-9—EUGENE, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Lane Events Center, 796 W 13th 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 7-9—LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Annual show; Southern Nevada Gem and Mineral Society; Santa Fe Station Casino, 4949 N Rancho Dr; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $10 per Adults, Children under 12 and Society Members Free; The SNGMS Annual Show is open to the public with free parking and handicapped accessible. 65 vendors offer gems, minerals, cabs, slabs, jewelry, and a unique assortment of hand-made rock related art. Included are special exhibitors, free lectures , demonstrations and a Jr. Education area; contact Andrea Packo; Email: sngmsshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.snvgms.org 7-9—DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem; 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 8-9—AMARILLO, TEXAS: Show; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society; Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Check with Club for Admission; contact Kassidy Barlow; Email: rosesunflowerbeauty@icloud.com; Website: https://amarillotreasureclub.org 8-9—LAKE HAVASU CITY, ARIZONA: Annual show; Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society; Aquatic Center, 100 Park Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $5 under 12 free; 55th Annual Gem & Mineral Show - The show features minerals, fossils, rocks, gems, and jewelry. Geode cracking, door prizes, and raffles. Food available. Family fun; contact Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society, (928) 733-6270; Email: lakehavasugmsociety@gmail.com; Website: lakehavasugms.com 8-9—BELLEROSE, NEW YORK: Show and sale; New York Gems, Jewelry And Mineral Show; Metropolitan Pavilion, 5 Th FL 115 W 18th Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Entry Ticket $15 for the two days; The Oldest Gem, Jewelry & Mineral Show in New York City Sponsored by the New York Mineralogical Club Lots of your Favorite Dealer's Retail and Whole Sale Hourly Door Prizes; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com 8-9—FREEPORT, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Northwest Illinois Rock Club; Eagles Club #679, 1200 West Galena Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Admission is Free. Goodwill donation appreciated; Many vendors selling wide range of gems, fossils, minerals, rock specimens, jewelry, and more. Kid's Area and activities for kids. Big geode cracking area. Buy and crack your own geode to take home with you. Free demonstrations of gem tree making, flint knapping, jewelry wrapping, & lapidary; contact Brian Green; Email: NWILRockClub@gmail.com; Website: https://nwilrockclubfrpt.blogspot.com/ 14-16—PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave SW; 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 14-16—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Show and sale; Treasures of the Earth; North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $8 for adults, 16 and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, there will be wire-wrappers who can design custom jewelry and wrap stones on site; contact Ellen White, (757) 641-2124; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 14-16—LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: Wholesale and retail show; Mid-Atlantic Gem and Mineral Assoc./dba Gem Miner's Holiday Show; Lebanon PA Expo and Fairgrounds, 80 Rocherty Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; $6, Discount coupon on website; children 12 and under and Veterans free; New Friday hours; two wholesale rooms; Demonstrations; contact Teresa Schwab, (301) 807-9745; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com 15-16—LAYTON, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show; Davis Conference Center, 1651 N 700 W; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; This family friendly and free event is packed with fun! Come meet mine owners, authors, lapidary artists, crystal healers, readers, and more! We will have a children's geology scavenger hunt, hands-on displays, scout presentations and rock-related date nights! Save the date and we'll see there; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org 15-16—FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Show and sale; Fort Worth Gem and Mineral Club; Will Rogers Memorial Center/Roundup Inn, 3401 W Lancaster St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7, Seniors, Students $5, Kids 12 & under free; Over 25 vendors will have everything from rough material to high-end finished jewelry; contact Glenda Bradley; Email: fwgmc.info@gmail.com 21-23—COLUMBIA, 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 21-23—CRESTWOOD, 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/ 21-23—HILLSBORO, 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 21-23—MARIETTA, 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 22-23—BREMERTON, 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 22-23—LAKESIDE, 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 22-23—MESQUITE, 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 22-23—TOLEDO, 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/ 29-30—WICKENBURG, 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/ 29-30—SAN 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.comDecember 2025 5-7—COSTA 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 5-7—DULUTH, 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 12-14—SWANNANOA, 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 12-14—SANTA 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 20-21—LOGAN, 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.orgMarch 2026 20-22—MARIETTA, 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 20-22—ALBUQUERQUE, 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.infoJune 2026 5-7—DULUTH , 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.comJuly 2026 23-26—FAIRPLAY , 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; contact Jay Penn, (505) 883-4195; Email: jaypenn246@gmail.com; Website: http://www.abqfallshow.wixsite.com/fairplayAugust 2026 21-23—MARIETTA, 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.comNovember 2026 13-15—DULUTH, 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 |