Rock & Gem Show DatesOctober 2024 18-20—DANVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; Indianapolis Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show; Hendricks County Fairgrounds, 1900 East Main Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; 18 and older: $8, 11-17: $2, 10 and under: Free; Featuring the finest Gems, Minerals, Jewelry, Fossils, Meteorites and Beads from Around The World; contact Alan Koch; Email: agmjs3@gmail.com; Website: www.americangemshow.com 18-20—HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Catawba Valley Gem & Mineral Club, Inc; Hickory Metro Convention Center, 1960 13th Ave. Dr. SE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission is $6 which is good for all three days. Children 12 and under are admitted free. Law enforcement officers, fire fighters and active or retired military with credentials, Scouts and Leaders in uniform will be admitted free anytime during this 3 day event; Drawings for regular door prizes will be held every hour and a Grand Door Prize will be drawn on Sunday at 5 PM. Each paid admission will be eligible for the Grand Door Prize drawing. The club will be selling grab bags containing minerals and fossils for $1 each for as long as they last; contact Dean Russell, (828) 303-1448; Email: cvgmcsecretary@aol.com; Website: www.cvgmc.comOctober 2024-November 2024 31-3—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; JOGS Sand Diego Gem & Jewelry Show; San Diego Convention Center, 111 Harbor Dr; daily 10-5, Sun. 9-3; Registered Buyers: FREE - General Admission - $20 - Proof of Military: FREE - Children: No Children under 14 will be admitted; JOGS San Diego Gem & Jewelry Trade Show is the leading West Coast gem and jewelry trade event perfectly timed for buyers looking to restock for the busy holiday season; contact Yelena Masenko, (213) 629-3030; Email: advertising@jogsshow.com; Website: https://jogsshow.com/November 2024 1-3—LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Annual show; Southern Nevada Gem & Mineral Society; Santa Fe Hotel & Casino, 4949 N Rancho Blvd; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $10, accompanied children under 18 free; Over 50 vendors showcasing the finest gem and mineral experience in Las Vegas. Discover the fascinating world of gems, minerals, crystals, decor, and jewelry. Hourly Silent Auctions, free demonstrations, and presentations. Come add some treasures to your collection, or find unique holiday gifts; contact Orville Wiemers, (702) 743-3277; Email: sngmsshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.snvgms.org 1-3—EUGENE, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; 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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 2-3—OAKS, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; The Greater Philadelphia EXPO Center, 100 Station Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, Children under 12 years $1, 2-day adult tickets $9. Boy/Girl Scouts in uniform with adult Scoutmaster admitted free; 2024 will be the 55th year that Tuscarora Lapidary Society hosts its annual fine gem, jewelry and mineral show Gemarama. This show features many vendors, educational and competitive exhibit cases, a lapidary arts demonstration area and children's activities; contact Linda Green; Email: tuscaroralapidary@gmail.com; Website: www.lapidary.org 2-3—AMARILLO, TEXAS: Annual show; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society; Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission $5 Adults, under 13, first responders and Boy Scouts in uniform get in Free; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society 62nd Annual Show, Hourly Door prizes, Grand Prize and Silent Auction; contact Shanna Smith, (806) 570-7550; Email: ss3762@yahoo.com; Website: goldenspreadgemmineraltreasuresociety.com 2-3—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; San Diego Mineral & Gem Society; Liberty Station Conference Center, 2600 Laning Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission and Free Parking; We have 20 plus dealers with unique mineral specimens, quality gems (rough, cut, loose, and set in fine silver or gold), and fossils from around the world. There's a kid's zone, showcase displays and demonstrations as well as FREE gem and mineral ID (limit 10 minerals). Only Service Animals Allowed; contact LuAnn H Benton, (858) 945-4762; Email: luannz@att.net 2-3—RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Indian Wells Gem and Mineral Society; Desert Empire Fairgrounds, 520 S. Richmond Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission; Field trip to Rainbow Ledge agate claim on Sunday November 3, 2024; contact Miguel Gonzales, (760) 382-2967; Email: miglorgonzal@hotmail.com 2-3—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Show and sale; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairground Pavilion Building, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd; Sat. 9-5, Mon. 10-4; Free admission adults, seniors & kids; Gem & Mineral Sale Vendors, silent auction, raffle & wheel of fortune No open spaces available; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: www.roguegemandgeology.org/ 2-3—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds, Special Events Center, 4802 U.S. 301 N; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $10, seniors and military with ID $8, kids under 10 free; Over 50 vendors offering an assortment of unique slabs, cabochons, beads, gems, jewelry, and more. Kids' section with a sluice, a touch table with rock identification, scavenger hunt and a bean bag toss. Learn how to make jewelry at the in-person make-and-take classes. Door prizes; contact Peter Favaro, (813) 684-2039; Email: tampamineral@gmail.com; Website: tampabayrockclub.org 2-3—CONCORD, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Contra Costa Mineral & Gem Society; Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults (13+) $10. Child (12 & Under) FREE. Youth Groups in Uniform FREE. FREE Sunday with Paid Saturday Admission.; CCMGS presents its anticipated 2-day Annual Mineral & Gem Show just in time for holiday shopping! Minerals, Gems, Fossils, Meteorites, Jewelry, Beads, Slabs, Displays, Demonstrations, Fluorescent Tent, Family Activities, Rock Painting, Games, Door Prizes, Raffles, Auctions, plus so much more; contact Rob Savre & Mike Hopkins, (925) 570-4179; Email: show@ccmgsclub.com; Website: www.ccmgsclub.com/show 8-10—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; $12.00; Grand Door Prize, Kids Day on Friday, Dino Dig, Swap Area, Fluorescent exhibit; contact Scott Singleton, (281) 530-0942; Email: showchair@hgms.ord; Website: hgms.org 8-10—GRAY, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Kingsport Gems & Minerals Club; Appalachian Fairgrounds, Building #1, 100 Lakeview Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; $3 for adults & $1 for students, Children 6 & under free; contact Gene Backlund; Email: nrgdad@gmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/kgmsociety/ 8-10—PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; 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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 9-9—JOHNSTOWN, PENNSYLVANIA: Symposium and Show; Friends of Mineralogy - Pennsylvania Chapter; Heritage Hall at Living / Learning Center, University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown; Sat. 8:30-6; Show: free to all. Symposium: $15 nonmembers, $10 members, students free; Symposium theme: Green Pennsylvania Minerals. Saturday: Show and Symposium. Talks by knowledgeable speakers; silent auction; giveaway table. Sunday: field trip to Mt. Pleasant Mills quarry, open only to symposium registrants. Please register in advance; contact David Glick; Email: xidg@verizon.net; Website: https://rasloto.com/FM/whats-new/ 9-10—PASCAGOULA, MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Mississippi Gulf Coast Gem and Mineral Society; Jackson County Fairground Civic Center, Jaackson Conuty Fairground Civic Center, Lt. Engene J. Majure Drive; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 Adult: Children under 12 and under FREE with/adult; The Magnolia State Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show will have Exhibits, Demonstrations, and Educational Resources. Available for Purchase: Fossils, Gemstones, Jewelry, Supplies and More. There will also be a Kid's Corner; contact Barbie Beatty, (228) 238-9900; Email: mgcgms@bellsouth.net; Website: www.mgcgms.org 9-10—LAKE HAVASU, ARIZONA: Annual show; Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society; Aquatic Center, 100 Park Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $5, under 12 free, good for both days; River of Gems. We are thrilled to invite you to the 54th Annual Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Show. Explore our exhibit of minerals, fossils, and rock collections. There will be professional demonstrations throughout the event. 40 great vendors. Plenty to see and do. Come see us; contact Jay Upchurch, (928) 733-6270; Email: Highnessj7@gmail.com; Website: lakehavasugms.com 9-10—EDMONDS, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Maplewood Rock and Gem Club; Club Building, 8802 196th St SW; Sun. 10-5, Mon. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; contact Maplewood Rock Club; Email: shows@maplewoodrockclub.com; Website: maplewoodrockclub.comNovember 2024-December 2024 29-1—MOBILE, ALABAMA: Annual show; Mobile Rock and Gem Society; ABBA Shrine Center, 7701 Hitt Road; Fri. 1-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Children under 12 years of age enter free with an adult. $5 at the door. $1 off entry with show flier.; Working Gem sluice for young and old alike. Silent auctions, daily, every hour during the show. Fluorescent mineral Ultraviolet display tent. Onsite food vendor. Educationally motivated display cases from the members of the Mobile Rock and Gem Society. A wide range of prices to fit most budgets; contact David Lee; Email: dave.a.lee333@gmail.com; Website: mobilerockandgem.comDecember 2024 6-8—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; $8 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers selling exquisite jewelry, crystals, fossils, minerals, healing stones, gems, beads & so much more; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com 6-8—HUDSON, FLORIDA: Annual show; Withlacoochee Rockhounds; Veterans Memorial Park, 14333 Hicks Road; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for adults. Children Under 14 Free; contact Janice Wojcik, (813) 677-6263; Email: jfwojcik@verizon.net; Website: withlacoocheerockhounds.com 6-8—COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; 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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 7-8—BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mojave Desert Gem and Mineral Society; Cora Harper Community and Fitness Center, 841 Barstow Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission; Free parking; contact Judith Livingston, (760) 617-5300; Email: j.livingston1950@yahoo.com; Website: mdgms.net 7-8—MIAMI, FLORIDA: Annual show; Miami Mineralogical and Lapidary Guild; Better Families Through Tae Kwon Do Martial Arts Studio, 6723 SW 81st Street; Sat. 11-7, Sun. 11-7; Admission is $10 – children under 12 admitted free with paid adult admission; There will be exhibits, displays, demonstrations, raffles, plus vendors showcasing mineral & fossil specimens, gemstones, fine jewelry, and artisan-crafted collectibles. Children’s activities include lapidary crafts, rock painting, surprise grab bags, and scavenger hunts; contact Sandy & Dianne Mielke, (305) 460-2244; Email: mmlg.info@aol.com; Website: miamigemandmineral.com 7-8—EDMONDS, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Maplewood Rock and Gem Club; Club Building, 8802 196th St SW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; contact Maplewood Rock and Gem Club; Email: shows@maplewoodrockclub.com; Website: maplewoodrockclub.com 13-15—SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; 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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 14-15—FRANKLIN, TENNESSEE: Show and sale; Mid-Tennessee Gem & Mineral Society; Williamson County Ag Expo, 4215 Long Lane; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adult $6 Two Day Pass $10 Students $1 Kids Free; *OVER 30 DEALERS* Classes • Exhibits •Demos Silent Auction & Door Prizes • Mineral & Fossil Specimens • Lapidary & Faceting Rough • Slabs • Cabochons • Gem Stones • Tools & Supplies ; contact John Martin, (615) 210-5385; Email: mbdjewerly@aol.com; Website: www.mtgms.org/show.htmJanuary 2025 10-12—DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 18-19—EXETER, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Tule Gem and Mineral Society; Exeter California Memorial Building, 324 N Kaweah Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Free Parking, Jewelry, Gems and Minerals, Beads, Fossils, Rough Rock, Grab Bags, Wheel of Fortune, Paint Fossils, Mining, Demonstrations of gem faceting and rock polishing, Door Prizes every half hour, Raffle Tickets, Treasure Hunt. Showcases featuring the talents of our Tule Gem Club members, Food and Snacks; contact Charles Cooper, (559) 303-8808; Email: repooc5@yahoo.com 18-19—FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS: Annual show; Fredericksburg Rockhounds; Pioneer Pavillion, Lady Bird Johnson Park, Hwy. 16 South; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free for all; Rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry and lapidary equipment dealers. Free door prizes, Hourly silent auction, raffle and demonstrations of rock cutting and polishing all day. A geologist will be there all day to help identify your mystery rocks. Food service for both days; contact Frank Rowell, (325) 248-1067; Email: hcgms20@gmail.com; Website: fredericksburgrockhounds.org 24-26—TYLER, TEXAS: Annual show; East Texas Gem & Mineral Society; Rose Garden Center, 420 Rose Park Drive; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults and under 16 years - $8, 16 to 5 yr old and students - $3, Under 5 years - free; Colorful fluorescent mineral and many other displays, Rock Food Table, Silent Auctions and hourly prizes on Saturday and Sunday. Kids games, Lapidary and other demonstrations, vendors with minerals, fossils, gemstones, jewelry, carvings and much much more; contact Margaret Kilanski; Website: etgms.orgFebruary 2025 15-16—ST. JOSEPH, MISSOURI: Annual show; Pony Express Prospectors; Civic Arena, 4th & Felix; Sat. 9-4, Sun. 11-4; Adults $9, 16 & Under Free; contact Jerimia Unger, (816) 215-9882; Email: Jadoskis@gmail.com 15-16—ANTIOCH, 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 and Scouts in Uniform Free with Paid Adult, Active Military with ID - Free; Entry fee is cash only. Vendors accept credit/debit cards; contact Donna Heath, (925) 457-1859; Email: roccosgee1@yahoo.com; Website: antiochlapidaryclub.com 21-23—COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 22-23—JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Mississippi Gem and Mineral Society; Mississippi Trade Mart on State Fairgrounds, 1200 Mississippi Street; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; Adults $8, Students $3, Scouts & Leaders in Uniform $2, and Children 5 & under—Free ; Over 25 dealers of gems, fossils, minerals, jewelry, lapidary tools, beads, plus. Demonstrations including flint knapping, cabochon cutting, and jewelry making. Exhibits and educational opportunities by colleges and state organizations. Children's activities. Touch and see Table. Displays by MGMS; contact Greg Britt, (601) 278-3997; Email: mgmsshow@missgems.org; Website: www.missgems.org 22-23—VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Vallejo Gem and Mineral Society; Solano County CA Fairgrounds, 900 Fairgrounds Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $6 children under 11 free; contact Brian Garber, (707) 410-7899; Email: Bgarber101@aol.com; Website: Vjgems.comFebruary 2025-March 2025 28-2—ATHENS, GEORGIA: Annual show; Southeastern Mineral Specimens; The Classic Center, Grand Hall 8, 300 N. Thomas St; Thu. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $10 Adults, kids 12 and under free! Wristband good for all three days; Open to the public, 25 vendors from the US and internationally, everything geological- Minerals, fossils, gems $ jewelry, meteorites, lapidary, spheres, and more; contact Mark E. P. Woods, (706) 296-9467; Email: imineral@bellsouth.net; Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/854813666398350 28-2—DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 28-2—NEWARK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mineral and Gem Society of Castro Valley; Newark Pavilion, 6430 Thornton Ave; Fri. 10:30-4, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; 3 day pass $10, seniors free on Friday, kids under 12 free; Demonstrations, exhibits, Door prizes, kids spinning wheel, geode splitting, raffle, live auction. 40 dealers selling rocks, gemstones, minerals, fossils, crystals, cabochons, faceted stones, jewelry, beads, supplies and more; contact Cathy Miller; Email: Info@mgscv.org; Website: Mgscv.orgMarch 2025 1-2—CALDWELL, IDAHO: Annual show; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; O'Connor Field House, 2207 Blaine Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission $5 - kids 11 and under free with adult; "Gems Come Alive in '25" Dealers - Demonstrators - Black Light Displays - Show Cases - Wheel of Gems - Sand Dig - Grab Bags - Silent Auction - Raffles - Door Prizes - Every Half Hour Plus a Grand Prize Giveaway; contact Show Chair - Paul Deveau, (208) 994-8025; Email: devidaho66@outlook.com; Website: owyheerocks.com 1-2—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Rocks, Minerals, Crystals, Gem, Jewelry & Bead show; Raleigh Fairground, 4285 Trinity Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; contact Ash, (919) 257-8915; Email: Jewelpassageshows@gmail.com; Website: www.jewelpassageshows.com 1-2—VENTURA, 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.); 62nd Annual VGMS Show with kids’ activities; jewelry-making demos; mineral, fossil, & lapidary exhibits; raffle prizes; hourly silent auctions for rocks; dealers in fossils, minerals, lapidary materials; Second-Hand Treasures Store of gently used items, books, & plants; contact Diane Cook, (805) 312-8467; Email: info@vgms.org; Website: www.vgms.orgApril 2025 2-6—JOSHUA 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; Fun for all free admission & free parking; Day 5 Sunday 9 - 4; contact Bill Sherwood, (760) 218-6137; Email: socaldesert@yahoo.com; Website: www.facebook.com/groups/1620716395007100 4-6—SANDY, UTAH: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S State St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 12-13—PLACERVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; El Dorado County Mineral and Gem Society; El Dorado County Fairgrounds, Placerville Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $7, Seniors (60+) or Military $6, Kids 12 & Under Free With Paid Admission, Fairground parking per vehicle $10; A great show for experienced rockhounds or new collectors and fun for the whole family; contact Byron Anderson; Website: EDCMGS.org 12-13—MARIPOSA, 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/under are free, parking is free; This is our 30th annual show. In addition to mountains of minerals, rocks, fossils, jewelry, and various rock-related supplies, we’ll have a large raffle, silent auction, geode cutting, and food; contact Meredith Meehan c/o Mariposa Gem and Mineral Club, (559) 868-3535; Email: mgmc@sti.net; Website: mariposagemcljub.org 18-20—TULSA, OKLAHOMA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Ruffin Event Center, 1902 E 71st St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 25-27—SOUTH JORDAN, UTAH: Annual show; Wasatch Gem Society; Bastian Agricultural Center, 2100 West 11400 South; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $3 adults and kids over 12. Free admission kids 12 and under; Door Prizes, Wheel of Fortune, Kids' Area, Show Case Displays, Demos, Dealers of Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Crystals, Gemstones, Jewelry, Dino Bone, Wood, Much More ; contact Roberta Chase; Email: roberta.chase@outlook.com; Website: wasatchgemsociety.com 25-27—SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 25-27—WICHITA , KANSAS: Annual show; Wichita Gem and Mineral Society; Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Bvd; Fri. 9:30-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5, Sun. Select Start Time-Select End Time; Adults: $5; Youth 13-17: $1; Children 12 and under free with an adult; Special things for Children: Friday, April 25 is Education Day. School children from the area will learn to identify rocks and minerals. Attractions for children include the Junior Rock Pile, Gem Hunt, Gem Wheel and Grab Bags. There will also be dealers from across the U.S. selling gems, minerals; contact Gene Maggard, (316) 742-3746; Email: gandpmaggard@gmail.com; Website: wichitagemandmineralsociety.orgMay 2025 2-4—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 3-4—TOPSFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; North Shore Rock & Mineral Club; Topsfield Fairgrounds, 207 Boston Road, Rte. 1; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; General Admission $7; With show ad $6; Children under 12 free; contact Joe Weisberg, (978) 337-4486; Email: northshorerockandmineral@gmail.com; Website: www.northshorerock.org 3-4—TOPSFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; North Shore Rock & Mineral Club; Topsfield Fairgrounds, 207 Boston Road, Rte. 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 9-11—COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 10-11—BRAINERD, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Cuyuna Rock, Gem and Mineral Society; Crow Wing County Fairgrounds, 2000 SE 13TH Street; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $2, Mom's Free on Mother's Day (Sunday); Agates, Minerals, Fossils, Gems, Crystals, Jewelry, Rough Rock, Specimens, Home Décor, Slab/Cabs, Equipment, Rock Cutting/Geode Cracking, Rock Wizard, Family Activities, ATM, Concessions; contact Ed Opatz, (320) 250-1363; Email: cuyunarockgemclub@gmail.com; Website: www.cuyunarockclub.org 10-11—LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Antelope Valley Gem and Mineral Club; Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W. Ave H; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free Admission and Parking; contact Jamie, (661) 526-3564; Email: Marylandoriole@gmail.com; Website: avgem.weebly.com 17-18—WAUKESHA, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Wisconsin Geological Society; Waukesha Expo Center-Forum Building, 1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha, WI 53188; Sat. 10-4:30, Sun. 10-4:30; Adult admission:$5, Children 12 & Under:FREE; WGS Rock, Gem, Fossil and Mineral Show. Come and see geological and earth science displays, minerals, fossils, and also our kids area. There are club sales, as well as rock and mineral dealers/sales. Lots of fun, and activities for the entire family. Come check it out; contact Paul Okruhlica ; Email: p.okruhlica@gmail.com; Website: wigeo.org 23-25—SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 24-26—BIG BEAR LAKE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Dr Bronners Imaginarium and Holistic Emporiom; Big Bear Masonic Event Center, 385 Summit Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free to the public; Art, Gems, Minerals, hand-crafted jewelry, and other amazing treasures! Over 4,800 square feet of amazing finds; contact Robert Bronner, Unit 1, (909) 659-3585; Email: DrBronner@yahoo.com; Website: drbronnersimaginarium.com/June 2025 6-8—BOISE, IDAHO: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 6-8—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; $8 Admission (Cash Only at the Door); Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gems, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com 7-7—MACUNGIE, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Pennsylvania Earth Sciences Association (PESA); Macungie Memorial Park, 50 Poplar St; Sat. 8:30-3; Free; Welcome to the Spring Mineralfest, sponsored by PESA! We have two floors of indoor dealers as well as outside 'tailgating' style dealers featuring fossils, gems, lapidary, minerals, and related items from every continent and outer space in addition to two fluorescent exhibit sections; contact Mandy Apgar; Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064902032245 13-14—KEMMERER, WYOMING: Annual show; Fossil Oasis; South Lincoln Training and Event Center, 215 Wyoming Highway 233; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6; $2 Adults, Kids Free; Celebrate Father’s Day weekend in the Fossil Fish Capital of the World! Book a fossil dig, explore vendors with dinosaur bones, gems, cabinet specimens, jewelry, decor, and more. Live Music, Food trucks, and festivities to also enjoy in Downtown Kemmerer. 2.5 hr drive from SLC, 3 hr to Jackson, WY; contact Keely Sweeney; Email: kemmererexpo@gmail.com; Website: kemmererexpo.com 14-15—GRAPEVINE, TEXAS: Annual show; Arlington Gem and Mineral Club; Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S Main St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; General Admission $10 and Kids 12 and under Free; 68th Annual Show - Free Parking - Silent Auction - Door Prizes - Raffles - Kids Area - Rolling Rock Club Meeting Sunday at 9am; contact Terri Brewen, (817) 939-1100; Email: tbrewen@sbcglobal.net; Website: www.agmc57.org/ 20-22—HILLSBORO, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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 27-29—RENO, NEVADA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Reno Sparks Convention Center, 4590 S Virginia St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, crystals, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, 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.comJuly 2025 24-27—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, Free Parking; 25 Dealers at this outdoor show. There are mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads, findings, fossils; contact Jay Penn, (505) 883-4195; Email: jaypenn246@gmail.com; Website: https://abqfallshow.wix.com/fairplayAugust 2025 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.showDecember 2025 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; $8 Admission (Cash Only at the Door); Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gems, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com |