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Rock & Gem Show Dates

October 2026

15-18—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Annual Fall Tucson Gem & Mineral Show; Capistrano Mining Company; Mineral City Complex, 531 W Plata Street, C12; daily 10-5; No Cost; Open to the public. 30+ participating sellers around town. Will have handouts with all sellers open around town; contact Wayne Schrimp, (714) 305-0135; Email: wschrimp@aol.com; Website: www.capistranomining.com

16-18—PEARBLOSSOM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Kyle Sandahl, Pearblossom Gem Show; The Outpost, 34141 116th Street East; daily 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Outdoor Venue. $15 fee per day for vendors. Come on out & find everything from gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, lapidary tools & supplies, jewelry, handmade crafts, food, & so much more; contact Kyle Sandahl, (661) 998-9389; Email: Ksandahl24@gmail.com; Website: Facebook.com/138outpost

16-18—LOGAN, UTAH: Annual show; Cache Rock and Gem Club; Cache County Event Center, 450 S 500 W; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $3, Family $10, 12 and under Free; Our rock and gem show has rocks, minerals, fossils, displays, educational exhibits, supplies, vendors, door prizes and concessions. Children's activities include Wheel of Fortune, mystery bags and a gem dig; contact Brett Fonnesbeck; Email: crgc.showmanager@gmail.com; Website: cacherockandgemclub.com

16-18—MASON, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Central Michigan Lapidary & Mineral Society; Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E Ash St; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $5, Kids 15 and under free with paying adult, veterans free on Friday, scouts in uniform free and free parking; The largest lapidary, fossil, mineral and jewelry show at the Ingham County Fairgrounds. Wall to wall vendors, silent auction, kids rock shop, free kids craft area, raffle, skilled demonstrators, geo cracking, food vendors on site; contact Robin Smith, (517) 290-4891; Email: rsmith@radssmith.com; Website: www.michrocks.org; www.facebook.com/MasonRockShow/

16-18—DANVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; American Gem, Mineral And Jewelry Shows LLC; Hendricks County 4H Fairgrounds, 1900 East Main St; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; Adults 18 and older $8, Juveniles 11-17 $3, Kids 10 and under free; Tickets at the door. Good all three days; We have some new vendors this year. Bringing you gems, minerals, jewelry, beads, fossils and meteorites from around the world; contact Alan Koch; Email: agmjs3@gmail.com; Website: www.americangemshow.com

16-18—SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI: Annual show; Ozarks Gem & Mineral Society; Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex (West Hall), 3001 N. Grant Avenue; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 per person ages 5+; $20 family pass; 30+ vendors selling jewelry, geode cracking, slabs, rough, minerals, display specimens, novelties, meteorites, gold, and more, Club sponsors the Kids Corner, Silent Auction, Rock Identification Booth, Grab Bag sales, Membership signups, and raffle ticket sales. Bring the family; contact Amy Hinkler, (417) 597-4657; Email: ogms.1957@gmail.com; Website: www.ogms.rocks

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

17-17—WEST HILLS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Woodland Hills Rock Chippers; First United Methodist Church of Canoga Park, 22700 Sherman Way; Sat. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; Join us at the 27th annual gem and mineral show. Come and show your local gem vendors your small business support; contact PATY M; Email: mjdcustom@gmail.com; Website: https://rockchippers.org/

17-18—BRISTOL, CONNECTICUT: Annual show; Bristol Gem & Mineral Club; Bristol Community Center, 240 Stafford Ave.; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7, Seniors 65+ $5, Kids under 12 Free; Kids booth and activities, fluorescent mineral booth, Central Connecticut University educational booth; contact Michael Zagielski, (860) 997-3350; Email: mzagielski@comcast.net; Website: https://bristolgem.org/

17-18—DES MOINES, IOWA: Annual show; Des Moines Lapidary Society; Iowa State Fairgrounds Elwell Family Food Center, 3000 E Grand Ave; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; $6, Children 12 & Under Free; Gemstones, Jewelry, Minerals, Fossils, Beads, Silver, Crystals, Cabochons, Slabs, Rough, Specimen, Tools, Findings, Children's Activities, Demonstrations, Displays, Speakers; contact Show Committee; Email: DMLS.Show@DMLapidary.org; Website: http://dmlapidary.org/Shows-Swaps/Our-Shows

17-18—SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Santa Rosa Mineral and Gem Society; Santa Rosa Veteran's Memorial Building, 1351 Maple Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, Kids under 12 Free, Free Parking; 49th annual show. There are over 35 vendors selling gems, minerals, jewelry, lapidary rough, meteorites and other rock-related items. Educational displays, raffle, mineral exhibits, silent auctions, and lapidary demonstrations. Kid's Corner with Parent & Me activities and treasure hunt. Food truck vendors are on-site; contact Victoria Commons; Email: agatejasper221@gmail.com; Website: http://www.srmgs.org

23-25—AUSTIN, TEXAS: Annual show; Austin Gem & Mineral Society (AGMS); Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $10, Seniors & Military $8, Age 13-19 $2, 12 & under free; Local annual gem & mineral show with over 30 vendors of jewelry, beads, gemstones, minerals, crystals, fossils & spheres. Free demos and exhibits, $1 each activities for the kids. Hourly door prizes. Grand prize Sat & Sun. Our 75th Show! Facebook page: Austingemandmineral; contact Laird Fowler, (512) 458-9546; Website: agms-tx.org

23-25—GREENVILLE, GEORGIA: Annual show; Southeastern Mineral Specimens; Shrine Club Hejaz Temple Event Center, 119 Beverly Road; Thu. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Adults $10, Kids 12 and under free; Please join us for the Fourth Annual Upstate South Carolina Gem, Mineral, Fossil, and Jewelry Show, at the Greenville Shrine Club. If you enjoyed yourself at the show last year, you can be sure that this show will have many new treasures to browse, just in time for holiday shopping; contact Mark Woods, (706) 296-9467; Email: imineral@bellsouth.net; Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1977085312849417

24-24—AUSTIN, TEXAS: Show and sale; Shop LC; Shop LC, 100 Michael Angelo Way, St 200; Sat. 11-5; Free Admission; Austin's ultimate celebration of gemstones, beading and crystals. Discover natural jewelry from $10–$10,000, dive into expert-led workshops on gems, crystals and beading, enjoy complimentary jewelry cleaning/repairs and meet fellow jewelry lovers. RSVP here - www.shoplc.com/pages/gemfest; contact Akshat Bisht, (945) 208-0950; Email: akshat.bisht@shoplc.com; Website: shoplc.com

24-25—FREEPORT, NEW YORK: Retail show; Kaleidoscope Gem Shows; Freeport Recreation Center, 130 E Merrick Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4:30; $6; Children under 12 free with adult; The show features vendors selling minerals, fossils, gemstones, beads, and gold, silver, and beaded jewelry. Visitors can chat with the vendors about their items and leave with new information and perhaps a new purchase. It is great for all ages and a wonderful way to spend a few hours; contact Evelyn Gose, (631) 271-8411; Email: evelyn_gose@kaleidoscopegemshows.com; Website: kaleidoscopegemshows.com

24-25—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Sacramento Mineral Society; Sacramento Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 6151 H. Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $8, Children under 12: Free; It’s our 90th Anniversary! This year’s show will be bigger & better than ever before. Shop for rare specimens, fossils, gold, coins, slabs, crystals. Explore the hands-on science museum. Eat gemstone chocolate truffles! Pan for gold! Games, raffles, demos & displays…Come help us celebrate; contact Glenda Green, (916) 662-5819; Email: gemshow@sacramentomineralsociety.org; Website: https://www.sacgemshow.com/

24-25—PORT MOODY, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Port Moody Rock and Gem Club; Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; By Donation; Our 2026 show, titled "May the Quartz be With You," is poised to be our final show at Kyle Centre and the last in a series of rock and gem shows dating back 50 years hosted by the Port Moody Rock and Gem Club. Join us one last time and take in sales, displays and kids' activities; contact Andrew Danneffel, (604) 323-4273; Email: rock.show@portmoody.rocks; Website: https://www.portmoody.rocks

24-25—CUYAHOGA FALLS, OHIO: Show and sale; Summit Lapidary Club and Akron Mineral Society; Emidio & Sons Expo Center, 48 East Bath Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, Seniors (55+), High School & College Students $5, Children 7-14 $1, Children 6 and Under and Scouts in Uniform Free; Celebrating 50 years (1976-2026). We expect 40 vendors with a large variety of rocks, minerals, fossils, gemstones, jewelry, tools and other supplies. We will have geode cracking, a gem mine, children's crafts, lapidary arts demonstrations, a silent auction and food trucks. Handicap accessible; contact Evelyn Tryon, (330) 673-9664; Email: Gemboree76@gmail.com; Website: summitlapidaryclub.com/gemboree

24-25—CRANBROOK, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Cranbrook Rock & Lapidary Club & EK Chamber of Mines; Colombo Lodge, 2550 - 8th Avenue South; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Seniors & students $4, Under 12 Free; Educational displays and children's programs; contact Rick Vanhorne, (250) 464-4427; Email: rvhcjvh@gmail.com; Website: https://cranbrooklapidaryclub.ca/

24-25—CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr N; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; contact Martha Miss; Email: martha@rock-biz.biz

October 2026-November 2026

30-1—OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA: Annual show; Oklahoma Mineral & Gem Society; Modern Living Bldg @ State Fair Park, 7400 NE 94th Street; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $8 adults; Under 12 = free; Enjoy and buy treasures from the Earth. See over 40 vendors offering fossils, crystals, gemstones, minerals, tools, jewelry and decor made from rocks. Come for children's activities, door prizes, silent auctions, a fluorescent display, demonstrations and exhibits; contact Douglas B Pollitt, (405) 537-1997; Email: douglas.pollitt@yahoo.com; Website: OMGS-minerals.org

31-1—AMARILLO, TEXAS: Annual show; Golden Spread Gem Mineral & Treasure Society; Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S Buchanan Street; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $5; Hands on learning activities, flint knapping lessons, vendors offering gem and mineral products, rough gems, raw mineral specimens, crystals, fossils, fine jewelry, lapidary, educational demos, silver, exhibits, kids area, raffles, door prizes and rock walk, and more; contact Kassidy Barlow; Email: Kassidy.gsgmts@outlook.com

November 2026

6-7—HURRICANE, UTAH: Annual show; Southern Utah Rock & Gem Show; Washington County Legacy Park, 5500 W 700 S; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7; Free; The Southern Utah Rock & Gem Show offers free admission to a family-friendly event filled with knowledgeable vendors, quality rocks, minerals, gems, black light displays, museum and rock club exhibits, holistic wellness and fun for all ages; contact Antonella Townsend, (435) 609-9265; Email: antonellalr1976@gmail.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/S.U.rockandgem

6-8—EUREKA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Humboldt Gem and Mineral Society; Redwood Acres, 3780 Harris Street; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults 12+ $6, 12 $1, 5 & under free; Rocks, fossils, minerals, gems and jewelry, lapidary, displays, black light booth, geode cutting booth, silent auction, food, three big days; contact Mike Martin, (707) 834-6422; Email: Paleomike@aol.com

6-8—LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Annual show; Southern Nevada Gem & Mineral Society; Santa Fe Hotel & Casino, 4949 N. Rancho Dr; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $10 per adult for a 3 day pass, Accompanied Children under 18 free with adult; 2026 marks the 5th year for the Viva Las Vegas Rocks! show. Featuring rare rocks, gemstones, jewelry, presentations and classes. New this year is a Fluorescent Rocks display. Come early for the best holiday shopping; contact Andrea Packo, (702) 279-7679; Email: showchairviva@sngms.net; Website: www.SNGMS.net

6-8—EL PASO, TEXAS: Wholesale and retail show; Victoria Mills; Tobin Park United Methodist Church, 9410 Roanoke Dr; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free; contact Victoria Mills, (505) 238-1285; Email: vtrujillo1701@aol.com

7-7—MIAMI, ARIZONA: Show and sale; Gila County Gem & Mineral Society; Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum Yard, 150 Plaza Circle; Sat. 9-2; Free Admission; Vendors selling a variety of gems, minerals, jewelry, rocks and more. Visit with rockhounds & jewelry makers. Popcorn & water are available for purchase. Taqueria La Familia Food Truck and Grindhead Coffee Truck will be on site. Interested in being a vendor? 8-foot table space $20 each; contact Beverly Hawkins; Email: gilagem.show@gmail.com

7-8—EVANSVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; Evansville Lapidary Society; National Guard Armory, 3000 E. Division Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults & Ages 13 & Over $5 / Ages 12 & Under Free; Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Show / Free Kids' Activities Book to the first 500 kids / Geode Cracking Station / Door Prizes / Silent Auction / Food Trucks / TWO FULL DAYS OF FUN; contact Bob Price, (812) 425-4367; Email: evansvillelapidary1304@gmail.com; Website: Facebook.com/EvansvilleLapidarySocietyInc

7-8—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds - Special Events Center, 4800 U.S. 301 N; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, Seniors and Military $7, Kids Under 12 Free; More than 60 vendors will showcase a selection of slabs, cabochons, beads, gemstones, jewelry, and more. The kids' area features a sluice, rock ID, scavenger hunt, and a bean bag toss. Enter via the MLK gate. Venue parking is $12 at the gate, $10 pre-purchased. Pre-purchase a parking pass for a discount; contact Lyra Solochek, (813) 684-2039; Email: tbmscshow@gmail.com ; Website: https://tampabayrockclub.org/show-information

7-8—RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Indian Wells Gem & Mineral Society; Desert Empire Fairgrounds, 520 S Richmond Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; 70th annnual show. Field trip to club claim for jasper on Sunday; contact Miguel Gonzales; Email: Showchairman@iwgms.org; Website: iwgms.org

7-8—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; San Diego Mineral & Gem Society; Liberty Station Conference Center, 2600 Laning Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; GEM DIEGO, San Diego’s finest gem and mineral show. Free gem ID, 28 dealers, 20+ exhibits, lapidary demos, kids' zone, gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, rough, cut stones, books, jewelry, slabs, door prizes & plenty more. Trained service animals only are allowed; contact Patricia Andrews, (619) 717-7657; Email: GemDiego.pr@gmail.com; Website: www.sdmg.org

7-8—BREWER, MAINE: Annual show; Penobscot Mineral and Lapidary Club; Joseph L Ferris Community Center (Brewer Auditorium), 318 Wilson Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $4 on Saturday, $3 on Sunday, Children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult; Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Gifts, Silent Auction, Bake Sale, Lunch Counter, Door Prize Drawings; contact Alvin Theriault; Email: alvintheriault@yahoo.com

7-8—STURTEVANT, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Racine Geological Society of Wisconsin; Fountain Banquet Hall, 8505 Durand Avenue (Hwy 11); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Freewill donation; Rock, fossil, mineral and jewelry dealers, door prizes, and silent auction. Ample free parking; contact Diane Rubel, President, (262) 900-1698; Email: racinegeologicalsociety@gmail.com

7-8—NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Wholesale and retail show; New York Gems Jewelry and Mineral Show; The Metropolitan Pavilion, 5th Floor, 123 West 18th Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; $15 for both days; The oldest gem, jewelry & mineral show in New York City. Sponsored by the New York Mineralogical Club. Lots of favorite dealers. Retail and wholesale participants. Hourly door prizes; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: www.barygems.com

7-8—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds Special Events Center, 4800 U.S. 301; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; $8 adults, $7 seniors/military, free for kids 12 and under; 67th Annual Fall Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show. Over 50 vendors will showcase a remarkable selection of unique slabs, cabochons, beads, gemstones, jewelry, and more. Whether you're a collector, creator, or simply love working with nature's materials, this event is perfect for you. Highlights include a kids' area featuring a sluice, a touch table with rock identification, a scavenger hunt, a mineral ID booth and a bean bag toss with prizes for kids and adults. Enter through the MLK entrance. Fairgrounds parking is $12 at the gate. Prepurchase a parking pass for a discount at the fairgrounds website. This indoor, air-conditioned event offers a concession stand with lunch and refreshments, along with a conveniently located ATM; contact Lyra Solochek; Email: tbmscshow@gmail.com; Website: gemshowFL.com

7-8—OAKS, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; Greater Philadelphia EXPO Center, 100 Station Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults-$7; children under 12 years-$1; Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in uniform with adult Scoutmaster are admitted free; Tuscarora Lapidary Society will host its 57th annual mineral, gem and jewelry show, Gemarama: America Rocks, featuring dealers of minerals, gems, and fined jewelry, exhibits, a large demonstration area of lapidary and jewelry arts, and children’s activities. Food and free parking available; contact Linda Green; Email: tuscaroralapidary@gmail.com; Website: www.lapidary.org

13-15—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Individual; NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $10 General Admission; Our shows feature estate, classic, handcrafted and fashion jewelry made from a variety of metals, as well as a vast array of crystals, minerals and fossils; contact Treasures of the Earth; Website: www.treasuresoftheearth.com

13-15—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; Kids' Day on Friday, children's activities, dino dig and Scout Merit Badge program; contact Scott Singleton, (832) 524-8382; Email: fossilwood@comcast.net; Website: hgms.org

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

14-14—CALDWELL, IDAHO: Annual show; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; Caldwell Elks, 1015 N Kimball Ave; Sat. 9-5; Free; Rock, Gem and Craft Fair; contact Susan Cassidy, (603) 548-8822; Email: pypnhot@comcast.net; Website: owyheerocks.com

14-15—HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Show and sale; Travelin Rocks; Memorial Field Airport, 525 Airport Rd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Please check with show for admission; This is our inaugural Outdoor Spa City Crystals & Crafts Gem Show! Gem and Mineral Vendor Opportunities Available! Text (870) 490-2997 or email Bearisgrateful@gmail.com for more info registration deadline of November 1st; contact Chris Wood, (870) 490-2997; Email: bearisgrateful@gmail.com

14-15—FRESNO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Fresno Gem and Mineral Society; Elks Lodge, 5351 N. Diana St; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for ages 13 and up; The 2nd Annual Central Valley Holiday Gem & Mineral Show - Rocks, Minerals, Jewelry, Art, and More; contact Daniel Bolm, (708) 821-7575; Email: danielbolm096@gmail.com; Website: https://www.fgms.rocks

14-15—SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Retail show; Earthly Treasures Expo; St Marys Center, 320 Mifflin Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6 Children 12 and under free; Explore a massive selection of minerals and crystals, fossils, jewelry, geode cracking, UV-reactive and fluorescent minerals, polished stones, carvings, spheres and family-friendly activities; contact Amanda M; Email: info@earthlytreasuresexpo.com; Website: https://www.earthlytreasuresexpo.com

14-15—MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Annual show; Canaveral Mineral & Gem Society; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 age 12 and up; Hourly silent auction, kids' corner, opals, cut gems, beads, rough stone, slabs, tools, crystals, finished jewelry, findings, specimens and snack bar; contact Kathie Burnette, (321) 693-9719

14-15—CONCORD, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Contra Costa Mineral and Gem Society; Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Admission $10 Kids under 12 free, Senior discount; Tickets can be purchased online. Over 30 vendors - Rocks, minerals, fossils, gemstones, silent auction, rocks by the bucket, professional demonstrators, rock ID with experts, display cases, Spin the Wheel, rock painting, treasure box dig, rock monster, door prizes & raffle; contact Mike Hopkins, (925) 570-4719; Email: show@ccmgsclub.com; Website: www.ccmgsclub.com

14-15—FREEPORT, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Northwest Illinois Rock Club; Freeport Eagles Club #679, 1200 W Galena Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission & parking. Goodwill donation appreciated; Food & drink available for sale on-site. Many professional vendors. Kid's Area. Club Table. Geode cracking big & small; contact Deb Wehinger, (608) 558-1138; Email: NWILRockClub@gmail.com; Website: http://nwilrockclubfrpt.blogspot.com/

14-15—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Show and sale; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd, Pavilion Building; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Raffle, silent auction, Wheel of Fortune and a lot of vendors, https://www.facebook.com/GrantsPassRockClub; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: https://www.roguegemandgeology.org/

20-22—GOLDEN, COLORADO: Annual show; Jeffco Mineral Show LTD; Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W 6th Ave; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Everyone is welcome. Discover something fascinating. Featuring 20+ vendors with an incredible variety of minerals, fossils and gems; contact John Schmidt; Email: Jeffcomineralshow@gmail.com; Website: http://www.jeffcomineralshow.com

20-22—COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Columbia Gem and Mineral Society; Jamil Temple, 206 Jamil Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; Adults $7, Children 12 & under free, Military and their dependents are free with ID; For sale; gemstones, jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils and beads. Geodes Sold & cut, a salted mine for, a raffle for large mineral specimens (fluorite and barite in matrix, emerald in matrix). Demonstrations of lapidary arts, showcases displaying members' collections of minerals; contact Patricia Stidom, (803) 671-3118; Email: pbstidon@yahoo.com; Website: www.cgms.rocks

20-22—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Cobb County Gem and MIneral Society; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; Bring the whole family! Hourly door prizes! 30 Dealers. Find amazing rocks, crystals, gemstones, minerals, and fossils from all over the world! Choose from a large selection of beautiful beads, unique jewelry and jewelry-making supplies. Grab Bags, Silent Auction, Demos. Geode Cracking, Exhibits; contact Jim Haege, (404) 781-9341; Email: jim@planetaryparts.com; Website: www.ccgms.org

20-22—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 Road; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; $6; children under 12 free; Free discount coupon on website, demonstrations, free and handicapped parking; contact Tamie Simpson, (810) 919-4386; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com

21-22—FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Annual show; The Northern Virginia Mineral Club, Inc.; Dewberry Hall, Johnson Center, George Mason University, Fairfax Campus, 4400 University Dr; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, Seniors (65+) $5, Teens (13-17) $4, Children 12 & Under accompanied by adult free, Scouts in uniform free; Demonstrations, exhibits, kids' activities and door prizes. Mini-mines for children to dig in and get free fossils and minerals. Silent Auction on Sunday. 20 dealers with Gems, Minerals & Fossils for sale. Enter GMU's parking Lot A from Patriot Cir at Mattaponi River Lane; contact Tom Taaffe, VA; Email: rockcllctr@gmail.com; Website: www.novamineralclub.org/show

21-22—MADISON, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Madison Gem & Mineral Club; Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Exhibition Hall; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-5; $4 Adults, Children 12 & under free, $10 parking onsite; Activities include panning for gold and sapphires, silent auction, door prizes, and special mineral & jewelry exhibits; contact Nevin Franke; Email: publicity@madisonrockclub.org; Website: mgmc.clubexpress.com

21-22—WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Annual show; Gem and Mineral Society of the Palm Beaches; South Florida Fairgrounds-Expo Center East, 9067 Southern Blvd; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $11, Children under 12 Free, 2 Day Pass $16, Free Parking; Over 90 retail dealers, featuring gemstones, jewelry, rare minerals, fossils, beads, crystals, handcrafted art and one-of-a-kind treasures. Family-friendly fun, gem & fossil mining, geode cracking, demonstrations, speakers, exhibits, hourly giveaways, door prizes, raffle & silent auction; contact Arlene Lazzaro, (561) 585-2080; Email: President@gmspb.org; Website: GMSPB.org

21-22—LAKESIDE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; El Cajon Valley Gem and Mineral Society; Lakeside Rodeo Grounds, 12584 Mapleview St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free; Gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, craft vendors, huge raffle, food booth and kids' activities. Fun for the whole family; contact Palmer J Taskerud, (619) 729-7904; Email: palmer.taskerud@cox.net; Website: www.ecvgms.org

21-22—HAUPPAGUE, NEW YORK: Annual show; Suffolk Gem & Mineral Club; IBEW Local 25 Hall, 370 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $6 Adult; Discount coupon on website, Children under 12 free with paying adult; Retail show: vendors, minerals, semiprecious gems, beads, jewelry, fossils, geode cracking, scavenger hunt for children; contact Ron Casanj, (631) 377-8964; Email: rtc.laser@gmail.com; Website: suffolkgem.com

21-22—BREMERTON, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Kitsap Mineral and Gem Society; Kitsap Fairgrounds and Events Center, 1200 Fairgrounds Rd NW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission; Come for our annual Fall Festival of Gems! Fun for the whole family. Lots of activities and vendors, demos and so much more; contact Danielle Foss; Email: kmgsfallshow@gmail.com; Website: www.kmgsrockclub.com

27-29—MOBILE, ALABAMA: Annual show; Mobile Rock & Gem Society; Abba Shrine, 7701 Hitt Road; Fri. 1-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $8/day, Children under 12 free with paying adult, 3-day passes are available; contact Jim Patterson; Email: jimandde@mobismail.com; Website: https://www.mobilerockandgem.com/show-summary

28-29—WICKENBURG, ARIZONA: Annual show; Wickenburg Gem & Mineral Society; Hassayampa Elementary School, 201 S Tegner; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; Over 40 vendors. Something for everyone. Gold panning, kids' table; contact Kerri Crawford, (303) 916-3884; Email: wickenburggemmineral@gmail.com; Website: wickenburggms.org

December 2026

4-6—HUDSON, FLORIDA: Annual show; Withlacoochee Rockhounds; Veterans Memorial Park, 14333 Hicks Road; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $8 Adults, Children Under 12 Free; contact Janice Wojcik, (813) 545-9973; Email: jfwojcik@verizon.net; Website: withlacoocheerockhounds.com

11-13—WEST JORDAN, UTAH: Annual show; Rockhounders Outreach for Community Knowledge (R.O.C.K.); Viridian Events Center, 8030 South 1825 West; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Entry donation is $2 except children under 12 are free; There will be fossils, minerals, gems and jewelry on display and for sale. Hands-on activities for everyone. Come build your own rock collection; contact Janica Wright; Email: show@rockutah.org; Website: https://rockutah.org/

11-13—LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA: Annual show; Southeastern Mineral Specimens; Gwinnett Co. Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall, 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy SW; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Adults $10, Kids 12 and under free; 32 Professional dealers from around the country will be bringing mineral specimens, gemstones, meteorites, jewelry, fossils, and all things geological for your viewing and purchasing pleasure, for three days only; contact Mark Woods, (706) 296-9467; Email: imineral@bellsouth.net; Website: https://facebook.com/events/s/2026-gwinnett-co-lawrenceville/1195025072092047

12-13—MIAMI, FLORIDA: Annual show; Miami Mineralogical and Lapidary Guild; Better Families through Tae Kwon Do, 6723 SW 81st Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; $10 for adults; children under 12 free with a paid adult; The show will feature vendors offering gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, rocks, crystals, lapidary materials, arts and crafts, and more, along with mineral displays and exhibits, children’s activities, a gem-mining sluice, and geode cutting; contact Lauren Kairalla, (786) 440-8333; Email: Miamigemshow@gmail.com; Website: www.miamigemshow.com

January 2027

15-17—GLOBE, ARIZONA: Annual show; Gila County Gem & Mineral Show; Gila County Fairgrounds, 900 E Fairgrounds Road; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 Single or $8 Couple; Students with ID & Kids 13 and Under Free; Celebrating 69 Years! Vendors selling gems, minerals, rock specimens, jewelry, fossils and much more. Activity room with hands-on learning, lapidary, silent auction, and snack bar; contact Beverly Hawkins; Email: gcgms1954@gmail.com

16-17—FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS: Annual show; Fredericksburg Rockhounds; Pioneer Pavilion, Lady Bird Johnson Park Hwy.16 South; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free; Hourly Silent Auction, Free door prizes, Outstanding Raffle Prizes. We have dealers from throughout Texas. A club geologist will be on-site to identify your mystery rocks; contact Frank Rowell, (325) 248-1067; Email: hcgms20@gmail.com; Website: fredericksburgrockhounds.org

17-17—LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Rock and Mineral SWAP; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Lincoln Firefighters Reception Hall, 241 Victory Lane; Sun. 11-5; $3 for adults; youth 15 and under are free; Midwinter Rock and Mineral Swap: Various vendors selling rocks, minerals, crystals, gems and jewelry. Opportunities to buy, sell or trade specimens. Food options available on-site; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: james.marburger@outlook.com; Website: https://www.lincolngemmineralclub.org/

January 2027-February 2027

25-14—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Wholesale and retail show; V & I Exposition; Days Inn Tucson, 665 North Freeway Road; daily 10-6; Free; A must-visit event for fossil and mineral enthusiasts. It showcases an array of ancient specimens from all over the world. Known for its wide variety and quality offerings, the show draws collectors, paleontology fans, and those captivated by Earth's creations; contact Indy Desai; Email: fossilandmineralalley.viexpo@gmail.com; Website: fossilandmineralalley.com

27-7—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Wholesale and retail show; JOGS International Exhibits; The Tucson Expo Center, 3750 E. Irvington Road; daily 10-6; Free admission for qualified wholesale buyers. Guest admission is $20 and is valid for all 12 days of the show; The JOGS Tucson Gem & Jewelry Show 2027 is a 12-day international event, primarily B2B wholesale, featuring 800+ booths and exhibitors from 26 countries. Shop jewelry, gemstones, minerals, crystals, beads, turquoise, wholesale supplies, and more at the Tucson Expo Center; contact Yelena Masenko, (213) 629-3030; Email: info@jogsshow.com

28-14—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; Starr Pass Show LLC; Starr Pass Show Site, 777 W Starr Pass Blvd; Thu. 9-6, Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-6; Free Entry. Public Welcome. $5 Parking; This 18-day show is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day. Presented by the founder of the 22nd Street Show. Hardwall climate-controlled tent on new asphalt; contact Lowell Carhart, (804) 291-6357; Email: Lowell@StarrPass.Show; Website: www.StarrPass.Show

February 2027

19-21—CLARKDALE, ARIZONA: Annual show; Mingus Gem and Mineral Club; Clark Memorial Clubhouse Auditorium, 19 N. Ninth Street; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free for All; Daily raffles to win many beautiful prizes throughout the show and the grand prize at the end. This is a fun and educational event the entire family will enjoy. Unique gift items. Free mineral specimens for children 12 and under. Dealers, mineral specimens, wire-wrapping, geodes, carvings and more; contact Bill Hedglin, (928) 634-0269; Email: billkarin3@q.com; Website: http://www.mingusgmclub.com/

20-21—ANTIOCH, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Antioch Lapidary Club; Contra Costa County Fairgrounds, 1201 West 10th Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $7 adults, 12 & under/Scouts in uniform free; Jewelry, gems, meteorites, findings, supplies, auction, grab bags, exhibits, and hands-on projects for kids; contact Jennifer Heath; Email: jennheath50@yahoo.com; Website: www.antiochlapidaryclub.com

20-21—LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Friends of NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum; NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7, Seniors $6, Children (4-17) $5, US Military/Veterans $4, Age 3 and under Free. Free Parking; contact Joy Anna McCartney, (575) 637-1952; Email: events@farmandranchfriends.org; Website: museumrocks.com

27-28—VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Vallejo Gem and Mineral Society; McCormick Hall, Solano County Fairgrounds, 900 Fairgrounds Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $6 for adults, children under 12 free, free parking; Silent auction, Wheel of Fortune, raffle drawing, kids' corner, grab bags, demonstrators; contact Debra Duhon, (415) 254-1506; Email: dduhonvgms@gmail.com; Website: vjgems.com

27-28—JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Mississippi Gem and Mineral Society; Mississippi Trade Mart , 1207 Mississippi St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; Adults $8, Students $3, Under 5 Free; contact Loyd C Plunk, (601) 940-3510; Email: mgmsshow@missgems.org; Website: missgems.org

March 2027

5-7—CLEARWATER, FLORIDA: Annual show; Suncoast Gem & Mineral Society; Polish Center of John Paul, 1521 N Saturn Ave; Fri. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Donation - Adults $10, Students $6, Children under 12 Free; Gems, minerals, jewelry, beads, fossils, crystals and more. Free parking; contact Pat; Email: hello@sgams.com; Website: sgams.com

6-7—ROBSTOWN, TEXAS: Annual show; Gulf Coast Gem and Mineral Society; Richard Borchard Regional Fairgrounds, 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Please check with club for admission pricing; contact Rick Price, (361) 742-4076; Email: president@gcgms.org; Website: http://www.gcgms.org/

6-7—WILMINGTON, DELAWARE: Annual show; Delaware Mineralogical Society, Inc; DoubleTree by Hilton, 4727 Concord Pike (Rt-202); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; Seniors $6, Adults $7 ($6 w/ coupon), Juniors (12 – 17) $4, Children under 12 free w/ paying adult. Tickets only sold at the door; Two-day, family-friendly show features educational exhibits of mineral, lapidary and fossil specimens; a roster of fine dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; raffles of interesting specimens and a children’s area, where youngsters may purchase inexpensive mineral and fossil specimens; contact Dianne Soccio; Email: dmsrocksshowchair@gmail.com; Website: https://dmsrocks.org/annual-show/

6-7—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.); Dealers, exhibits, silent auctions & raffle, demonstrators, kids' activities; contact Diane Cook, (805) 312-8467; Email: info@vgms.org; Website: www.vgms.org

6-7—NEWARK, DELAWARE: Wholesale and retail show; The Rock Store; Clayton Conference Center, 100 David Hollowell Drive; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Check Show Website for Pricing; At Delaware Gem Shows, we bring together an exceptional array of vendors with gems, minerals, and jewelry, meticulously organized to delight every enthusiast and collector; contact Christopher Lemberg, (732) 655-4849; Email: chris@delawaregemshows.com; Website: https://www.delawaregemshows.com/

6-7—TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Sierra County Rock & Gem Society; Sierra County Fair Barn, 1321 Hyde Ave; daily 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Rough & finished rock, slabs, cabs, beads, jewelry, fossils, meteorites, geode cracking, field trips, presentations, demos, gold and sapphire panning, Wheel of Fortune, door prizes. Family-friendly with fun kids' activities; contact Megan Holden; Email: scragssierracounty@gmail.com; Website: scrags.org

6-7—CALDWELL, IDAHO: Annual show; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; O'Connor Field House, 2207 Blaine Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 cash, kids under 11 free with adult; Rocks, slabs, cabs, jewelry, games and prizes, demonstrations, displays, dinosaur eggs, black light room; contact Susan Cassidy, (603) 548-8822; Email: pypnhot@comcast.net; Website: owyheerocks.com

6-7—NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Show and sale; New York Mineralogical Club; Metropolitan Pavilion, 5th Floor, 123 West 18th Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $15 for both days; The oldest gem and jewelry show in New York City. Lots of favorite dealers. Retail and wholesale dealers. Hourly door prizes; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: www.barygems.com

12-14—KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Annual show; Kansas City Association of Earth Science Clubs; KCI Expo Center, 11730 NW Ambassador Drive; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; Adults $7, (2-day pass $11, 3-day pass $17) Age 5-12 $4, Age 4 and under free.; 60+ retail dealers, wholesale area, swap hobby vendors area, free parking, special exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, scholarship benefit auction at 7 p.m. on Saturday; contact Bruce Stinemetrz, (816) 795-5159; Email: brucestinemetz@att.net; Website: www.kcgemshow.org or Facebook: Kansas City Gem and Mineral Show

13-14—ST. CLOUD, MINNESOTA: Annual show; St.Cloud Agate Swap; Riversedge Convention Center, 10 4th Ave S; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; This is the 15th annual St. Cloud Agate Swap. New location down the road at the Rivers Edge Convention Center. Buy, sell and trade rocks, gems, minerals and agates. Bring the agates you found ; contact Andrew Lange; Email: Stcagateswap@gmail.com

13-14—VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Hastings Centre Rockhounds Club; Hastings Community Centre, 3096 East Hastings Street, V3M 6M7; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; By Donation; Enjoy knowledgeable vendors, live demonstrations, activities for children, jewellery showcases by local artists, Canadian and BC rocks and minerals, door prizes, refreshments, and more. Family-friendly & fun for all ages; contact Midori Tokuyama; Email: publicity.comms.hcr@gmail.com; Website: https://www.hastingscentrerockhounds.com/

26-28—LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY: Annual show; Blue Grass Gem & Mineral Club; Clarion Hotel Conference Center, 1950 Newtown Pike; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $10 Friday evening (includes admission for Sat & Sun) - $5 Sat & $5 Sun each—Children 12 & under and Scouts in uniform are free. Cash admission only; Minerals and fossil specimens, cabbing rough, crystals, artisan jewelry, children's items and much more. Silent Auctions and Club Sales: Saturday and Sunday only. Grand Prize drawing at 3 p.m. Sunday - need not be present to win; however, you must pick up the prize by 8 p.m. SERVICE PETS ONLY; contact Russ Blanton, (859) 749-3604; Email: russeblanton@yahoo.com; Website: http://bggamc.homestead.com/

April 2027

2-4—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Tar Heel Gem and Mineral Club; NC State Fairgrounds (Kerr Scott Building), 4285 Trinity Road; Fri. 3-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $3 for an individual, $5 for a family of 4, kids under age 5 free; Over 30 vendors. Rocks, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry and more. Geode cutting, silent auctions, and raffle prize drawings. Fun for all ages; contact Tar Heel Gem and Mineral Club; Email: tarheelgemmineralclub@yahoo.com; Website: tarheelclub.org

3-4—CANTON, OHIO: Annual show; Stark County Gem and Mineral Club; Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave NW, Arts Building; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Cash only, Adults $5, Seniors $4, Children 6-14 $1, Scouts in uniform free; Exhibits of fossils, minerals, and fluorescent rocks. Kids’ activities (games, silent auction and door prizes). Geode cracker. Adult silent auction and door prizes. Vendors of rocks, minerals, opalized wood, and fossil specimens; beads, handmade jewelry and novelties. Food truck with great food; contact Terrie Shockling, (609) 505-0060; Email: terrieA@snip.net; Website: facebook.com/StarkCountyOhioGemandMineralClub

3-4—LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Sandhills Global Event Center, 4100 North 84th St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adult: $8, 2-day adult admission, $15 Kids 11 and under free with paid adult; 67th Annual Gem Show MOHS 6-7: Family-friendly, youth booth with hands-on activities, fluorescent display, mineral and rock identification, exhibits, demonstrations, free Nebraska gem dig, and dealers with all your hobby needs - rocks, slabs, minerals, fossils, jewelry, gemstones and tools; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: james.marburger@outlook.com; Website: http://www.lincolngemmineralclub.org

3-4—CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA: Annual show; Cedar Valley Rocks & Minerals Society; Hawkeye Downs, 4400 6th Street SW; Sat. 8:30-6, Sun. 9:30-4; Donations requested. $3 adults over 18, $1 12-18, Under 12 free; "Geodes" is our theme this year. We will have program speakers, door prizes, silent auction, raffle, children and family activities, 30 vendors, demonstrations, displays, dinosaur exhibit, fluorescent mineral display, and more. Don't forget to bring your rocks or minerals for identification; contact Marv Houg, (319) 350-9435; Email: m_houg@yahoo.com; Website: https://cedarvalleyrockclub.org

10-11—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 and under are free, parking is free; This is our 32nd annual show and will feature a large number of vendors with gems, minerals, rough material, jewelry, and other rock-related items. Additionally, we will have a large raffle, silent auction, and geode cutting; contact Meredith Meehan; Email: mgmc@sti.net; Website: https://mariposagemclub.org/mountains-of-minerals-show/

17-18—THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Conejo Gem & Mineral Club; Borchard Community Center, Newbury Park, 190 N. Reino Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Exhibits by club members of rocks/mineral collections and lapidary; Vendors of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; a silent auction of rocks and minerals in the rough/polished and fossils; demonstrators of lapidary work; a youth room with games and prizes; a plant sale; and a free hourly raffle; contact Karen J Abrahams, (805) 908-1428; Email: karenjabrahams@gmail.com; Website: www.CGAMC.org

23-25—WICHITA, KANSAS: Annual show; Wichita Gem and Mineral Society; Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults-$5; Youth 13-17-$1; Children 12 and under free with an adult; The show features dealers from across the U.S. Many activities for children, including Education Day on Friday for local school children. Dollar-off coupon on the website; contact Gene Maggard, (316) 742-3746; Email: gandpmaggard@gmail.com; Website: wichitagemandmineralsociety.org

May 2027

7-8—FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Franklin Gem & Mineral Society; Robert C. Carpenter Community Building, 1288 Georgia Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6; $3 Adults, $2 Seniors, Kids under 16 free; contact Franklin Gem & Mineral Society, (828) 369-7831; Email: membershipFGMS@gmail.com; Website: fgmm.org

15-16—NORTH OLMSTED, OHIO: Annual show; Parma Lapidary Club; North Olmsted Soccer Sportsplex, 31515 Lorain Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $6, Under 12 and Scouts in uniform, Free; Sunday Free -- veterans and active military; 58th Annual Show. Over 35 vendors, featuring gems, minerals, fossils, lapidary supplies and rough, finished jewelry, beads, crystals, demonstrations. Free Parking; contact Ruth Sholtis-Furyes; Email: showchair@parmalapidaryclub.com; Website: www.parmalapidaryclub.com

22-23—COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO: Annual show; North Idaho Mineral Club; Kootenai County Fairgrounds, Jacklin Building, 4056 N Government Way; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $6 per day for adults, Kids 12 & under free with paying adult, $5 for seniors and military; The 66th annual show will host over 30 venders offering beads, crystals, fossils, precious and semi-precious gems, jewelry, minerals, lapidary equipment and more! There will be raffles, door prizes, a kid’s corner, silent auction, and many other attractions; contact Mike McConnell; Email: micker4749@gmail.com; Website: https://www.northidahomineralclub.org/

June 2027

19-20—ASHLAND, NEBRASKA: Rock and Mineral SWAP; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Beer Famiy Farm, 18701 Ashland Road; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; $3 for adults; kids 15 and under are free, parking is free; Family-friendly rock swap, mineral and gem vendors, free youth gem dig, and activity passports. Vendor sign-up will be posted in Spring 2027 on our website. We hope to see you there; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: james.marburger@outlook.com; Website: https://www.lincolngemmineralclub.org/

25-27—BEDFORD, INDIANA: Annual show; Lawrence County Rock Club; Lawrence County Fairgrounds, 11265 US-50; Fri. 10-6:30, Sat. 9-6:30, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; 62nd Annual Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show. A wide variety of gems, jewelry, beads, minerals, fossils, rocks, lapidary equipment and supplies, rockhound & prospecting supplies, 4-H project and science project material. A fun, interesting and educational experience for all ages ; contact Scott Winters, (812) 929-5367; Website: lawnrencecountyrockclub.org

July 2027

2-4—CRIPPLE CREEK, COLORADO: Annual show; Lake George Gem & Mineral Club; Cripple Creek District Museum, 5th & Bennett Ave; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Eighteen vendors with local specimens, an auction, and more; contact Carol Kinate, (719) 648-9015; Email: kinatec@aol.com; Website: www.lggmclub.org

September 2027

18-19—AMANA, IOWA: Annual Auction; Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society; Amana RV Park and Event Center, 3850 C Street; Sat. 9-7, Sun. 9-3; Free Admission; We auction over 1200 flats of material and machinery related to lapidary. Viewing hours on Friday evening from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.m, Saturday at 7:30 a.m., and Sunday at 8:00 a.m. Hot food and camping available. Check our website for more information and list of items to be sold; contact Marv Houg, (319) 350-9435; Email: m_houg@yahoo.com; Website: https://cedarvalleyrockclub.org

November 2027

6-7—NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Show and sale; New York Mineralogical Club; Metropolitan Pavilion, 5th Floor, 123 West 18th Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; $15 for both days; The oldest gem and jewelry show in New York City. Lots of favorite dealers. Retail and wholesale dealers. Hourly door prizes; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: www.barygems.com

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