Rock & Gem Show Dates

 
 

March 2026

6-8RICHMOND, INDIANA: Annual show; Eastern Indiana Gem & Geological Society; Wayne Co. Fairgrounds-Kuhlman Ctr, 861 Salisbury Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; $5 Adult, $3 Senior, $1 Kids; Daily demonstrations of flint knapping & gold panning. Gem mine. Kids' activities booth all 3 days. Food for purchase on premises. VENDOR NOTE: We are NOT accepting or soliciting new vendors at this show; contact Angie Shaffer, IN

6-8HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Catawba Valley Gem & Mineral Club, Inc; Hickory Metro Convention Center, 1960 13th Ave. Dr; 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 Department and active or retired military with credentials, Scouts and Leaders in uniform will be admitted free anytime during this 3 day event; There will be hourly prize drawings for adults and children. A Grand Door Prize given away at the end of the show. Also, grab bags, while they last, will be available for $1 each. In the exhibit area there will be display cases with minerals from around the world, the “Children’s Mini Mine; contact Dean Russell, (828) 303-14; Email: cvgmcsecretary@aol.com; Website: cvgmc.com

6-8CLEARWATER, FLORIDA: Annual show; Suncoast Gem & Mineral Society 55th Annual Show; Polish Center of John Paul II, 1521 N Saturn Ave; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Tickets good For All 3 Days: Adults $10, Students $6, Children Under 12 Free, Coupon $1 Off; Rocks - Minerals - Beads - Jewelry - Specimens - Fossils - Live Auction Every Hour - Door Prizes - Free Parking - Food and Beverages Available On Site; contact Brenda Smith, (303) 921-5770; Email: fireagate@sgams.com; Website: Sgams.Com

7-8MERIDEN, CONNECTICUT: Annual show; The Lapidary & Mineral Society of Contral CT; Maloney High School, Gravel Street; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 adults, children under 12 are free; Minerals, Gemstones, Fossils, Crystals, Jewelry, Exhibits, and much more. Wholesale dealer on site; contact John Kringel; Website: www.LMSCC.org

7-8WEST BEND, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Kettle Moraine Geological Society; Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center, 3000 County Hwy PV; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $4, Children Under 12: Free; Come and see geological and earth science displays, demonstrations, minerals, fossils, Native American artifacts, and our fluorescent rock and mineral display. There are club sales, as well as rock and mineral dealers/sales. Fun and activities for the entire family; contact John Rettler; Email: johnrettler@gmail.com; Website: https://kmgsrocks.com

7-8ISSAQUAH, WASHINGTON: Annual show; East KingCo Rock Club; Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Avenue NW; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $1 for adults and kids 12 and under free; Thirty gem, jewelry and mineral dealers, gem and mineral displays, stone sculpture exhibit, What's My Rock, door prizes, silent auction, kids' activities; contact Kim Villines, (425) 828-3872; Email: earthlightgems@aim.com; Website: eastkingco.org

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

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

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

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

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

13-15HILLSBORO, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; General admission $7, free admission for children under 12 years old; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, unique gifts from around the world & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

13-15MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OHIO: Annual show; Gemstreetusa; Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 19201 East Bagley Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; $6 at the door. Kids 12 and under are free; Visit gemstreetusa.com for a $1 off coupon; contact Melanie Hawkins, 330-861-3646; Email: foursistersproductions; Website: gemstreetusa.com

13-15APPLE VALLEY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Victor Valley Gem and Mineral Club; Apple Valley, 7 miles down Stoddard Wells Rd, P.O. Box 282; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free; Come visit us for handcrafted and faceted jewelry, slabs and cabs, findings and equipment, minerals and fossils, TONS of rough material and lots of surprises; contact Ody Oriva, (760) 490-8401; Email: tailgate@vvgmc.org; Website: https://vvgmc.org/tailgate.html

13-15CENTRAL POINT, OREGON: Annual show; Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral Society; The Expo - Jackson County Fairgrounds, 21 Peninger Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 - Under 12 are free; The Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral Society presents our annual gem and mineral show. There will be vendors with a wide variety of rough to polished specimens, live demos, a raffle, and activities for the kids; contact Liz Ellingson, OR; Email: gemshow@craterrock.com; Website: www.roxyanngemshow.com

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

14-14SKOKIE, ILLINOIS: Annual Silent Auction; Chicago Rocks & Mineral Society; St. Peter's United Church of Christ gymasium, 8013 Laramie Ave (at Oakton); Sat. 6-9; Free admission and parking; A special live auction of high-end specimens during the last half-hour. First table closes at 6:30 p.m. Bid on minerals, fossils, crystals, geodes, gemstones, handmade jewelry, books, magazines, two display cases with lights (1 wall, 1 floor), and lapidary treasures galore. Find us on Facebook; contact Jeanine N. Mielecki, (312) 623-1554; Email: jaynine9@aol.com; Website: https://chicagorocks.org

14-15ABILENE, TEXAS: Annual show; Central Texas Gem & Mineral Society; Taylor County Expo Center, 1700 State Highway 36; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7, Kids 6-12 $3, Kids under 6 free, military with ID $5, scouts in uniform free; Gems, jewelry, rocks, minerals, crystals, fossils, geodes, and games for the kids! Fun for the whole family! Show will be located in the Display Building. This will be an important fundraiser for us because our club building sustained damage from a winter storm and needs major reconstruction; contact Linda Walker; Email: ctgms50@gmail.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/570895179418845

14-15VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Hastings Centre Rockhounds; Hastings Community Centre, 3096 East Hastings Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Admission by donation; Come see knowledgeable vendors selling various rocks and gems, jewellery, and other lapidary-related items. There are activities for children, refreshments, door prizes, demonstrations, displays, and fun for all ages; contact Hastings Centre Rockhounds; Website: https://www.hastingscentrerockhounds.com/

14-15GASTONIA, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Gaston Gem & Mineral Show; Gastonia Farmers Market, 410 E Long Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission for All; This is the Club's 47th Annual Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show, 25+ vendors offering a range of local and international gems, minerals fossils and unique "Earth Related" gift items." Operating gem mining sluice, geode cracking, free rock ID table, food trucks and more; contact Robert Winstanley (Show Chair), (704) 577-3391; Email: machine66man@gmail.com; Website: FB, Instagram available - website under construction

14-15TURLOCK, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; Mother Lode Mineral Society; Stanislaus County Fair Grounds, 900 North Broadway; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $8 Adults; 12 and under free with paid adult; Educational family event. Crystals, minerals, beads, tools, equipment, animatronic dinosaur walk-about, fluorescent room, demos, large marine fossil exhibit with Megalodon & Mosasaur, fossils, gold panning, gemstone ID, raffle, kids activities, geode cutting, gem mining, food court, free parking; contact Mike Gibson; Email: mgibson_76@hotmail.com; Website: www.turlockgemshow.com

14-15NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Wholesale and retail show; New York Gems Jewelry And Mineral Show; Metropolitan Pavilion, 123 West 18th Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $15 for Saturday and Sunday; The oldest Gem, jewelry & Mineral Show in New York City. Lots of your favorite dealers. Retail and wholesale dealers. Hourly door prizes. Sponsored by the New York Mineralogical Club; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: barygems.com

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

20-22PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Washington State Fair Event Center, 110 9th Ave. SW; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; General admission $7, Free admission for children under 12 years old; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, unique gifts from around the world & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Free parking; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

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

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

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

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

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

21-21HONOLULU, HAWAII: Show and sale; Rock and Mineral Society of Hawaii; Washington Middle School Cafeteria, 1633 S King Street; Sat. 10-5; Free; One day only. Free and ample parking! Join us for a cafeteria full of gemstones, minerals, vintage and jewelry for sale and enjoyment by 100% local vendors; contact Markus Faigle; Email: hui.pohaku@gmail.com; Website: https://hawaiimineralsociety.pohakugalore.net/one-day-hawaii-mineral-and-gem-show-sale-march-2026/

21-22TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Fossil Club; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 US-301; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $10, Kids 12 and under free; The Ice Age Returns! Florida’s largest prehistoric show, fossils, artifacts, and oddities. Educational activities for children and adults. Exhibits also include gems, minerals, fossil shells, oddities and antique bottles. Vendors from Florida and around the world will sell and trade fossils; contact Michael David Searle, (813) 727-5539; Email: fossilnerd@msn.com; Website: https://tampabayfossilclub.com/

21-22RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Individual; NC State Fairground, 4285 Trinity Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission; Rocks, Gems, Minerals, Beads & Jewelry show; contact Jewel Passage Show, (919) 257-8915; Email: Jewelpassageshows@gmail.com; Website: https://jewelpassageshows.com/

21-22WHEATON, ILLINOIS: Annual show; ESCONI - Earth Science Club of Northern Illinois; DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Now in the Main Exhibition Building with 20 vendors, demonstrators, displays, live and silent auctions, books for sale and a kid's area; contact Dave Carlson, (847) 902-2542; Email: fossil54@att.net; Website: www.esconi.org

21-22GAITHERSBURG, MARYLAND: Annual show; Gem, Lapidary & Mineral Society of Montgomery County; Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 16 Chestnut Street, Building #6; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; $7 Ages 12 and older, ages 11 and under free; Enjoy hands-on demonstrations and free specimens for the kids. Young explorers will love the free Mini Mine, and everyone can try their luck with door prizes and a raffle. Don’t miss the fluorescent mineral room with its glowing specimens. 20+ vendors and 30+ exhibits. Free parking; contact Holly Heighes; Email: info@glmsmc.com; Website: www.glmsmc.com

21-22CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; Connecticut Valley Mineral Club; Castle of Knights, 1599 Memorial Dr; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 9:30-3:30; $5 per person. Children under 12 & scouts in uniform free with paid adult; Free parking. Free mineral specimen for children. Door prizes. Exhibits. Food available on site; contact Diane Burl; Email: cvmcnewsletter2020@gmail.com

27-28ADA, OKLAHOMA: Show and sale; Ada Gem Mineral & Fossil Club; Pontotoc County Agri-Plex, 1710 N. Broadway, Building 1; Fri. 8-6, Sat. 9-5; Free Admission; Fluorescent Rock Display, Demonstrations & Exhibits, Silent Auction, Educational presentation, Kids Area/ Games; contact Bobby Freeman, (580) 399-7214; Email: Adagemmineralfossilclub@gmail.com; Website: Adagemmineralfossilclub.org

27-29RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Tar Heel Gem and Mineral Club; NC State Fairgrounds, Kerr Scott Building, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 3-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; $5 for a family of four. General Admission $3; Children 5 and under free. Admission prices are good for all three days of the show. Free parking. Credit card & cash accepted; Over 30 vendors offering gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry and more! The Tar Heel Gem and Mineral Club has a Geode Booth for you to purchase geodes and have them cut while you wait. Experience silent auctions throughout each day, hourly raffles, door prizes, grab bags and more. Perfect for all ages; contact Cyndy Hummel; Email: tarheelgemmineralclub@yahoo.com; Website: Facebook: Tar Heel Gem and Mineral Club

27-29EUGENE, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Lane Events Center, 796 W. 13th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; General admission $7, Free admission for children under 12 years old; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, unique gifts from around the world & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Free parking; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

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

28-29PLYMOUTH MEETING, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Philadelphia Mineralogical Society & Delaware Valley Paleontological Society; Lu Lu Temple, 5140 Butler Pike; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $7, Kids under 12: 2 Scouts in uniform free; contact Douglas M Klieger, (610) 316-80; Email: dklieger@verizon.net; Website: www.phillyrocks.org

28-29ANGELS CAMP, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Calaveras Gem & Mineral Society; Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 2456 Gun Club Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7/ Kids Free, 12 & under with paid adult; Over 25 Dealers Silent Auction Prize Drawing Demonstrations Kids Zone Gems, Jewelry, Minerals, Beads Exhibits - Mineral ID, Gold Panning Food Trucks; contact Sylvie Large, Show Chair, (907) 795-5035; Email: sylviedlarge@gmail.com

28-29DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Des Plaines Valley Geological Society; Des Plaines Park District Leisure Center, 2222 Birch Street; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults, $3; Seniors, $2; Children under 12, free when accompanied with adult; Silent Auction, Children's Activities, Drawings; contact Connie Lavin, IL, (815) 222-8197; Email: nival48@hotmail.com

28-29JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Badger Lapidary & Geological Society; Craig Center, 1301 Caig Ave; Sat. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Join us for our 56th Annual Rock & Mineral Show. Guest speakers throughout the weekend, great vendors, kids' activities, delicious food and the amazing fluorescent display! Donations are appreciated! Mark your calendars and hope to see you in March; contact Laurie Trocke, (608) 425-0763; Email: glowyrocks@gmail.com; Website: badgerrockclub.org

28-29RENO, NEVADA: Annual show; Crystal Festival; Reno/Sparks Convention Center, 4590 S Virginia St; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free Admission; The Crystal Festival is back in Reno! First 500 groups through each day will get a reusable bag and collect Crystal Theme Filled Easter Eggs with purchase from select vendors! This is Reno's favorite FREE Rock, Mineral, Gem, and Crystal show! Over 50 Vendors! Crystal Healers, Mineral Dealers, more; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org

28-29LEMOORE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Lemoore Gem and Mineral Club; Trinity Hall, 470 Champion Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free; We have vendors from California and several other states selling jewelry, fossils, lapidary rough rocks, carvings, and rock-related kids' activities. An excellent show for anyone interested in rocks and jewelry. Raffle Tickets $1 for one, $5 for six; contact Georgina Silva, (559) 572-3816; Email: lemooregemandmineralclub@gmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/AndLemoore/

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

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

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

April 2026

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

3-4TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds Special Events Center, 4802 U.S. 301 N; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 9-6; $8 adults, $7 seniors and military, kids under 12 free; The 6th annual Spring Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show with over 50 vendors. The premier event for mineral collectors and jewelry enthusiasts offers slabs, cabochons, beads, gemstones, fossils, minerals, jewelry, and more. Kids’ area activities; contact Lyra Solochek; Email: tbmscshow@gmail.com; Website: tampabayrockclub.org/show-information

3-4AMARILLO, TEXAS: Show; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society; Arts in the Sunset, 3701 Plains Blvd; Fri. 5-9, Sat. 9-4; Free Admission; contact Kassidy Barlow; Email: Kassidy.gsgmts@outlook.com; Website: https://amarillotreasureclub.org/

3-5SANDY, UTAH: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S. State St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; General admission $7, Free admission for children under 12 years old; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, unique gifts from around the world & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Free parking; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

4-4WEST FRIENDSHIP, MARYLAND: Annual show; Chesapeake Gem and Mineral Society; Howard County Fairgrounds, 2210 Fairgrounds Rd; Sat. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; Chesapeake Gem and Mineral Society's 35th Annual Gem, Mineral, Jewelry and Fossil Show Minerals, Original Jewelry, Fossils, Rough & Cut Gemstones, Silent Auctions, Door Prizes Activities for Kids; contact Lynn; Email: info.chesapeakegemandmineral@gmail.com; Website: www.chesapeakegemandmineral.org/club-show.html

4-5MOUNT PLEASANT, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival; Mount Pleasant Recreation Center, 10 State St; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free Admission and Parking; The Crystal Festival - A Rocks, Minerals, Gems, & Crystal Show, Family-Friendly; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org

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

9-11WYOMING, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Indian Mound Rock and Mineral Club; Rogers Plaza Town Center, 972 28th St. SW; Thu. 9:30-9, Fri. 9:30-9, Sat. 9:30-7; Free; Win Big: Register for our free door prizes at the entrance! Large Dealer Expansion: Our marketplace has grown by over 50%! Grab a pan and head to the Gold Panning station. It’s open to kids and "adult-sized kids" alike. Get hands-on in our new Lapidary Classes and Presentations from experts; contact Samantha Reilly, (616) 566-8535; Email: rockclubindianmounds@gmail.com; Website: http://www.indianmoundsrockclub.com/

10-12CHILLIWACK, IDAHO: Show and sale; British Columbia Lapidary Society - BC Rock & Gem Show; Chilliwack Heritage Park, 44140 Luckakuck Way, V2R 4A7; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults CAD $6, 3-Day Pass CAD $12, Students CAD $2, Children under 6 Free; Door Prizes, Dealers, Demonstrators, Club Exhibits, Displays, Spin and Win, Gold Panning, Fun for the Whole Family! Bonus Event - One Day Only! Rock Lovers Roundup Tailgate Sale: Saturday, April 11th, 10 am - 5 pm; contact BC Lapidary Society; Website: https://www.bclapidary.com/bc-gem-show.php

10-12PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA: Annual show; PGMS; Panama City Central Bay County Fairground, 2230 15th St; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5 adults good all weekend, Under 12 free; Grand Door Prize, free identification; contact PGMS, (850) 381-3360; Email: panhandlegemmineralshow@gmail.com; Website: https://www.panhandlegemandmineralshows.com/

10-12PEARBLOSSOM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Kyle Sandahl; The Outpost, 34141 116th Street East; daily 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Come on out & find all sorts of stuff from Gems, Minerals, Agates, Handmade Jewelry, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Lapidary Tools & Supplies, Slabs, Cabs, Fossils, Petrified Wood, Geodes, Crafts, Food Vendors. $15 a day for vendor fee. Free dry camping for all vendors; contact Kyle Sandahl, (661) 998-9389; Email: Ksandahl24@gmail.com

11-11MIAMI, ARIZONA: Show and sale; Gila County Gem & Mineral Society; Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum, 150 Plaza Circle; Sat. 9-2; Free; Vendors selling a variety of gems, minerals, jewelry, rocks and more. Wheel of Fortune. Visit with rockhounds & jewelry makers! Popcorn & beverages are available for purchase. Bento Guy Food Truck will be on site. Interested in being a vendor - 8-foot table space $10 each; contact Beverly Hawkins, (928) 363-0345; Email: gilagem.shows@gmail.com; Website: GilaGem.org

11-12CRYSTAL, 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

11-12PLACERVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; El Dorado County Mineral and Gem Society; Placerville Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $7 adults; kids free with an adult; contact Pam DiFilippo; Email: Office@edcmgs.org; Website: EDCMGS.org

11-12JOHNSON CITY, NEW YORK: Annual show; New York Southern Tier Geology Club. Inc; Johnson City Senior Center, 30 Brocton Street, PO Box 287; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Admission: $5 at Door, Kids under 12 free, cash only at door and kitchen; Featuring: Exhibits, Beads and Supplies, Minerals and Fossils, Jewelry and Gemstones, Flint Knapping, Door Prizes, Silent Auction, Food and Drink for Sale; contact Mark Smith, (807) 760-3769; Website: https://efmls.org/clubdetails/new-york-southern-tier-geology-club-inc/

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

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

12-12WATERLOO, IOWA: Annual show; Black Hawk Gem & Mineral Society; Waterloo Center for the Arts, 225 Commercial St; Sun. 10-5; Free; Demonstrations, exhibits, presentations, family activities and silent auction. Vendors will be selling crystals, fossils, apparel and jewelry. Speakers throughout the day; contact Mickey Johnson, (319) 232-5934; Email: Mlj091555@aol.com

17-18GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN: Annual show; FS Hunnter; Kent Wood Parks & Recreation Building, 355 48th St SE; Fri. 2-8, Sat. 10-4; Adults $5, kids under 12 free, active military and first responders free; contact John Dean; Email: BAhandyman28@yahoo.com

17-19DANVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; American Gem, Mineral And Jewelry Shows LLC; Hendricks County 4H Fairgrounds, 1900 East Main Street; 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. There will be a food vendor at the show. Bringing you gems, minerals, jewelry, beads, fossils and meteorites from around the world; contact Alan Koch; Email: agmjs3@gmail.com; Website: americangemshow.com

17-19ALPINE, TEXAS: Annual show; Alpine Gem & Mineral Show; Alpine Civic Center, 801 W Holland Ave; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; Over 40 Indoor & Outdoor Dealers; contact Lisa Nix, (303) 818-5500; Email: Rocksofalpine@gmail.com

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

18-19HELENA, MONTANA: Annual show; Helena Mineral Society; Helena Civic Center - Ballroom, 340 Neill Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $3; children 12 & under and veterans/active military with valid ID free; Great fun for all ages! Vendors with jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, minerals, & fossils. Kids' games, silent auctions and a fluorescent mineral display tent. Show Stopper Raffle for our 80th will be a beautiful 22" x 9" (43lbs) specimen of polished Lapis Lazuli - a must-see piece; contact Alexis McEwan; Email: helenamineralshow@gmail.com; Website: https://www.helenamineralsociety.org/

18-19MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Memphis Archaeological and Geological Society; Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Rd; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, 12 and under $2; Demonstrations on various topics and games for kids; contact Josh Anderson, (727) 252-4344; Email: wadijosh@gmail.com; Website: https://earthwideopen.wixsite.com/rocks

18-19GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Neville Public Museum Geology Club; Neville Public Museum, 210 Museum Place; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Suggested Donation: Adults $2, Children under 14 free; The 2026 Green Bay show theme is ‘Rockin’ on the Fox – Earth’s Treasures Rock & Gem Show; contact Randy Westberg, (920) 619-6060; Email: mutualman@localnet.com; Website: https://www.nevillepublicmuseum.org/events/special-events/geology-club/

18-19BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Annual show; NWA Gem and Mineral Society; Northwest Arkansas Armed Forces Reserve Center, 6800 SW Minuteman Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 Adults, Kids 10 & Under free, military and veterans free on Sunday and military kids free all weekend; contact Cathy Feather, (539) 777-7575; Email: nwarockhounds@gmail.com; Website: https://nwarockhounds.com/

18-19ORLANDO, 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 $6 per day, Kids $3 per day, Kids in Scout uniform Free; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society, Inc., a non-profit 501(C) 3, educational organization, is sponsoring a Rock, Mineral, Gem, Jewelry & Fossil Show. Vendors offering gemstones, crystals, minerals, beads, handcrafted jewelry. Live demonstrations, silent auction, door prizes & family activities; contact Salvatore Sansone, (321) 278-9294; Email: ssfossilhunter@aol.com; Website: https://cfmgs.org

18-19THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Conejo Gem and Mineral Club; Borchard Community Center, 190 N. Reino Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; "Pageant of a Thousand Gems" will include exhibit cases prepared by club members, a silent auction, demonstrations of tools for lapidary, activities for children with prizes, a plant sale and an hourly raffle drawing for prizes related to the show; contact Karen J Abrahams, (805) 908-1428; Email: karenjabrahams@gmail.com; Website: https://cgamc.org/

24-26SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; General admission $7, Free admission for children under 12 years old; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, unique gifts from around the world & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

24-26WICHITA, KANSAS: Annual show; Wichita Gem and Mineral; Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults-$5-With a $1 off coupon-$4. Kids 12 years old or less with an adult get in free; Things for Children: Grab Bags, Junior Rock Pils, Gem Hunt, Gem Wheel. Dealers, Demonstrations, Exhibits: Sphere Making, Cabbing, Arrowhead Making, Faceting, Wire Wrapping. 22 Dealers from the U.S., with wonderful gemstones, minerals, fossils, crystals, beads, meteorites and polished stones; contact Gene Maggard, (316) 742-3746; Email: gandpmaggard@gmail.com; Website: https://wichitagemandmineralsociety.org/

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

25-26SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Santa Cruz Mineral and Gem Society; Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 Church Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $8 adults, $1 off w/ad, scouts in uniform with adult free, kids 12 and under free; contact Clinton Klosinski, (925) 768-5884; Email: scruzmgs@gmail.com; Website: https://www.scrockngem.org/

25-26ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Searchers Gem and Mineral Society; Brookhurst Community Center, 2271 Crescent Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4:30; Free entry, free parking, free door prizes; Gems, minerals, fossils, crystals, beads, rough, slabs, vendors, gold panning, silent auction, hobby supplies, vintage stones, jewelry, gemstones, grab bags, tools, equipment and exhibits. Lapidary supplies. Faceting, wire wrapping and cabochon making demonstrations. Free polished rock ring-making; contact Robin Larzelere; Email: anaheimsearchers@gmail.com; Website: https://www.searchersrocks.org/

25-26GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Annual show; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd, Pavillion Building; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Raffle, silent auction, Wheel of Fortune and a lot of vendors; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: https://www.roguegemandgeology.org/ https://www.facebook.com/GrantsPassRockClub

25-26PLATTE CITY, MISSOURI: Annual show; Pony Express Prospecting Association; Platte Purchase Building, Platte County Fair Grounds, 15730 Fairgrounds Road; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 11-4; Adults: $10, Children 16 and under free; Demonstrations of prospecting equipment, Daily Speakers, Hourly Raffles, Vendors, Panning, Geode Cracking; contact Jerimia Unger, (816) 215-9882; Email: papestjoe@gmail.com

25-26EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Eau Claire County Expo Center, 5530 Lorch Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; 62nd Annual Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society Show & Sale. Jewelry, Gemstones, Minerals, Agates, Geodes, Fossils, Petrified Wood, Rock Art, Beads, Supplies, Copper & Silver Finds, Crystal, Amethyst, Books & Activities for children & Demonstrations; contact Paul Tubbs, (715) 834-5747; Email: CVGMS2017@gmail.com

25-26TROY, OHIO: Annual show; Miami County Gem & Mineral Show; Miami County Fairgrounds - Duke Building, 650 N. Co Rd 25A; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $3, free admission for children under 18; contact Dewey Buck, (937) 308-3012; Email: deweybuck12@gmail.com; Website: www.mcgamc.com

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

May 2026

1-3MCPHERSON, KANSAS: Annual show; McPherson Gem and Mineral Club; 4-H Fairgrounds, 710 W. Woodside; Fri. 9-5:30, Sat. 9-5:30, Sun. 10:30-3; Free; New! Kids Rock Pile; contact Larry Hackney, (203) 247-4300; Email: larryrocks538@gmail.com; Website: www.mgmc.club

1-3KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Kalamazoo Geological & Mineral Society; Kalamazoo Expo Center, 2900 Lake St; Fri. 2-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adult $5, Kids under 12 and scouts in uniform free; Something for everybody! Kids Games & Crafts, Gold Mine & Panning, Petoskey Stone Polishing, Specimen Table, Demonstrators, Daily Prize Drawing, Grand Prize Drawing Sunday, Hourly prize drawing, Displays and Over 45 Vendors from across the USA; contact David Haas, (269) 370-3656; Email: stonehouserock@cs.com; Website: kalamazoorockclub.org

2-2ANTIGO, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Langlade Gem & Mineral show; Antigo Bowling Alley Banquet Room, 400 Prosser Place; Sat. 10-4; $1, kids under 12 and veterans free; Silent auction, raffle, and many kids' activities; contact Joan Ostermeier, (715) 216-1714; Email: jostermeier4@gmail.com

2-2FOND DU LAC, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Loose Bead Society of Greater Milwaukee; Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 625 Rolling Meadows Drive; Sat. 10-4; Free Admission; We’re thrilled to announce a brand new bead show coming to Fond du Lac, WI! Join us for the inaugural Fond du Lac Bead Show. Explore dazzling beads, jewelry-making supplies, and handcrafted treasures. Connect with local and regional artists, makers, and bead enthusiasts; contact Karen Domine; Email: vpprogramming@loosebeadsociety.org; Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1515598526218907

2-3BOULDER CITY, NEVADA: Annual show; Southern Nevada Gem and Mineral Society; Boulder City Spring Jamboree, 900 Arizona St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free entry, children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult; Come to the annual SNGMS Spring Jamboree Rock and Mineral Show and Sale. There are vendors from all over the United States as well as other parts of the world. See handcrafted jewelry and supplies, art, mineral specimens, fossils and more. Kids club activities as well for the little explorers; contact Orville Wiemers; Email: sngmsjamboreeshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.SNGMS.net

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

2-3CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Tennessee Valley Rock and Mineral Society; Chester Frost Park Pavilion, 7989 Causeway Road; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; Rock Your World! Family-oriented rock and mineral, fossil, gem, and jewelry show and sale. With a lineup of over twenty-five vendors, the event will highlight a mesmerizing array of rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, and unique jewelry. Enjoy hands-on activities and demonstrations that make geology and earth science accessible to everyone; contact Mary Beth Bednarczyk; Website: bit.ly/TVRMS_Rocks

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

2-3MONROE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Everett Rock & Gem Club; Everegreen State Fairgrounds, 18359 Cascade View Drive, Weikel Event Center; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; All ages welcome. Free admission and parking; Rocks, gems, jewelry, displays, kids' activities, demonstrations, silent auction; contact Candra Burkhardt, (425) 772-3326; Email: Secretary@everettrockclub.com; Website: Everettrockclub.com

3-3OGDEN, UTAH: Show; Crystal Festival & Oddities Market; The Monarch, 455 25th St; Sun. 10-8; Free; The Crystal Festival plus Oddities Market, Family-Friendly, Open Late for Easy Shopping and Incredible Connections; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org

8-10FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: Wholesale and retail show; Franklin Gem & Mineral Society; Robert C. Carpenter Center - Macon County Community Building, 1288 Georgia Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $3 adults, Coupon is a $1 off, under age 16 free; Set up takes place 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday for the Mother's Day Gem Show; contact Varshana Dholakia, (828) 342-3135; Email: varshana.dholakia@gmail.com

8-10MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Georgia Mineral Society; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission and Parking; Gems & minerals from around the world, fossils & meteorites, family-friendly activities & demonstrations, artisans & jewelry makers, hourly door prizes & multiple silent auctions throughout the day • Mineral & fossil grab bags $4.00 ea. With a chance to win a special prize • Magic Show; contact Robert & Jane Stone, (717) 357-6619; Email: mayshow@gamineral.org; Website: gamineral.org

8-10COLUMBIA, MISSOURI: Annual show; Central Missouri Rock and Lapidary Club; Knights of Columbus Hall, 2525 N. Stadium Blvd. Route E ; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; 3-day pass: Adults $6; Seniors (60+) and youth (12-18) $3; Children 11 and under free; Demonstrations - Door Prizes - Silent Auctions - "Kidz Mine" and Dealers from the Midwest; contact Mary Kay Wozny, (573) 999-3058; Email: lmwoz@msn.com; Website: http://cmrlc.org

9-10HURRICANE, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show; Washington County Legacy Park Grafton Building, 5500 700 S St; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; Join us for a special Mother’s Day weekend celebration at the Crystal Festival – A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show with Fossils; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org

9-10DOVER, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Annual show; Southeastern New Hampshire Mineral Club; Dover Elks Lodge, 282 Durham Road (Route 108); Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; $5 Adults, children under 12 Free (must be accompanied by adult); The 21st Annual Earl & Melvina Packard Rock, Gem & Mineral Show - Large venue with many fine dealers of gems, minerals, jewelry and more. Silent auction every half hour and door prize drawing every hour. Rock saws running to open your geode treasures, cabbing demonstrations both days and a Kid’s Dig area; contact Brian, (207) 606-9721; Email: cshore108@yahoo.com; Website: https://www.senhmc.org/

9-10BRAINERD, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Cuyuna Rock, Gem & Mineral Society; Crow Wing County Fairgrounds, 2000 13th St. SE; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10:30-4; Admission $2, Moms free on Sunday (Mother's Day); Agates, Minerals, Fossils, Gems, Crystals, Jewelry, Rough Rock, Rock Cutting/Geode Cracking, Family Activities, ATM, Concessions; contact Ed Opatz, (320) 250-1363; Email: cuyunarockgemclub@gmail.com; Website: www.cuyunarockclub.org

15-17LOGAN, UTAH: Annual show; Cache Rock and Gem Club; Cache County Events Center, 450 South 500 West; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $3, Family $10, Children 12 and under free; Our show features rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry, displays, educational exhibits, demos, supplies, vendors, door prizes and concessions. Activities for the kids: Wheel of Fortune, Mystery Bags and Gem Dig. Don't miss our Fabulous Fluorescence; contact Brett Fonnesbeck; Email: crgc.showmanager@gmail.com; Website: cacherockandgemclub,com

16-17NORTH OLMSTED, OHIO: Annual show; Parma Lapidary Club; Soccer Sportsplex, 31515 Lorain Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $6 for adults (both days), free for children under 12 and Scouts in uniform; Get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of geological wonders and artistic craftsmanship at the 55th Annual Rock-a-Rama Jewelry Arts, Rock, and Gem Show; contact Ruth Sholtis-Furyes; Email: showchair@parmalapidaryclub.com; Website: https://www.parmalapidaryclub.com/rock-a-rama

16-17SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Seattle Mineral Market; Located at Magnuson Park - Hangar 30 Building , 7400 Sand Point Way NE; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Admission is $7 at the door, Free admission for children 14 and under; We will have 50+ dealers in minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, PNW specimens & mineral art and more. Door prizes, free rocks for kids 14 & under. Food Trucks and ATM on site. Free Parking. Carpool/Public Transportation is recommended; contact Brittany Burkhardt, (360) 489-5607; Email: elementalendeavors.earth@gmail.com; Website: https://elementalendeavors.com/seattle-mineral-market

16-17MAYS LANDING, NEW JERSEY: Bi-Annual Show; Cape Atlantic Rockhounds; Atlantic County 4-H Fairgrounds, 3210 US Rt. 50; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; Rock, Minerals, Slabs, and Cabs, Fossils, Crystals, Beads, Gems, Jewelry; contact Bob Bowman, (856) 207-1381

16-17WAUKESHA, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Wisconsin Geological Society; Waukesha Expo Center-Forum Building, 1000 Northview Rd; Sat. 10-4:30, Sun. 10-4:30; Adult Admission: $5, Kids 12 & Under: Free; contact Paul Okruhlica, (414) 573-6421; Email: p.okruhlica@gmail.com; Website: wigeo.org

23-24FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Annual show; Fort Worth Gem and Mineral Club; Roundup Inn at Will Rogers Memorial Complex, 3401 W Lancaster Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $7 Adults, $5 Military, Seniors, and Students, Free to children 12 & under; Raffle, Door Prizes, Silent Auction, Kids Korner; contact Glenda Bradley; Email: fwgmc.info@gmail.com; Website: fortworthgemandmineralclub.org

30-30NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual Auction; Boston Mineral Club; American Legion Nonantum Post 440, 295 California St; Sat. 10:30-5; Free; The Boston Mineral Club Annual Mineral Auction features a voice auction of more than 100 quality mineral specimens and related items for every price range. Running simultaneously, a silent auction of over 150 flats offers a wide range of items, from mineral specimens to lapidary rough, books and maps; contact Richard Piligian, (508) 254-7707; Email: rkpiligian@verizon.net

June 2026

5-6SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI: Annual show; Ozarks Gem & Mineral Society; Prince of Peace Lutheran Church - Back Lawn, 815 East Farm Road 182; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; Free; Springfield's outdoor show with 20+ vendors selling all sorts of rock-related items including jewelry, geode cracking, slabs, rough, minerals, display specimens, novelties, and much more. The club sells raffle tickets for a show raffle item. Free parking and entry; contact Amy Hinkler, (417) 597-4657; Email: ogms.1957@gmail.com; Website: www.ogms.rocks

5-7BONNEY LAKE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; The Puyallup Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Swiss Park, 9205 198th Ave. E; Fri. 12-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-3; No Admission Fee; With vendors both inside and outside you’ll find a vast selection of rough and finished “treasures” on display. Choose from crystals, minerals, fossils, beads, findings, lapidary equipment, cabochons, geodes, and jewelry. Inside, watch demonstrators see displays presented by PVG&MC members; contact Jillian Higgins, (253) 987-6751; Email: PVG&MC@gmail.com; Website: www.puyallupvalleygemandmineralclub.com/shows

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

6-6COLFAX, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Forysth Gem and Mineral Club; Piedmont Triad Farmers Market, 2914 Sandy Ridge Road; Sat. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Over 20 vendors offering gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, sluice and more; contact Amber Shelton, (336) 688-9729; Email: 519ashelton@gmail.com

6-6KENT, CONNECTICUT: Annual show; Connecticut Museum of Mining and Mineral Science; Connecticut Antique Machinery Assoc Campus, 31 Kent-Cornwall Road; Sat. 10-4; Free; America's 250th special exhibit: A Tribute To The American Coal Miner New Vendors Welcome; contact John Pawloski, (860) 927-0050; Email: j.a.pawloski@att.net; Website: CAMA.org

6-7MOAB, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival; Old Spanish Trail Arena, 3641 S Hwy 191; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; The Crystal Festival – A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show is bringing a full weekend of discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun for the whole family; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org

6-7MANSFIELD, OHIO: Annual show; Mid-Ohio Mineral and Fossil Club; Richland County Fairgrounds, 750 North Home Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Adults $5, Seniors $4, Children 6-16 $3, Children 5 & Under Free; Gem, Mineral, Jewelry, Bead, and Fossil Show - Grand Prize Drawing, Door Prizes Every Hour, Silent Auctions Every Hour, Kid Activity Zone, Geode Breaking; contact Tom Kottyan; Email: themineralhouse75@gmail.com; Website: http://www.midohiomineralandfossilclub.com

12-14WEST FRIENDSHIP, MARYLAND: Wholesale and retail show; Mid-Atlantic Gem and Mineral Association/dba Gem Miner's Spring Show; Howard County Maryland Fairgrounds, 2210 Fairgrounds Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; $6, children 12 and under free; Demonstrations, hourly door prizes and grand prize drawings, free and handicapped parking; contact Tamie Simpson, (810) 919-4386; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com

13-14GRAPEVINE, TEXAS: Annual show; Arlington Gem & Mineral Club; Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 South Main St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; General admission $10, Kids 12 and under free; 69th Annual Gem, Mineral, Fossil, Jewelry Show and Sale. Free parking, pay Saturday, come back on Sunday free. Rolling Rock Club meeting Sunday at 9 a.m. Great items to purchase from national, state, and local dealers, door prizes daily, raffles, class displays, silent auctions, youth activities, gem identification; contact Terri Brewen, (817) 939-1100; Email: tbrewen@sbcglobal.net; Website: https://www.agmc57.org/

17-21PRINEVILLE, OREGON: Annual show; Prineville Rockhound Pow Wow; Crook County Fairgrounds, 1280 South Main Street; Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; Free Admission; Sunday opens at 9 a.m., closes at 3 p.m. Over 40 vendors from across the U.S. An 80th anniversary party with music and food events for the public, four days of field trips; contact Jim McCoy, (503) 999-8045; Website: www.prinevillerockhoundpowwow.com

19-21FT. WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA: Annual show; PGMS panhandlegemandmineralshows; Fort Walton Beach NW Florida Fairgrounds, 1958 Lewis Turner Boulevard; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5 entry good all weekend, under 12 free; Grand Door Prize, free identification; contact PGMS, (850) 381-3360; Email: panhandlegemmineralshow@gmail.com; Website: https://www.panhandlegemandmineralshows.com/

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

20-20RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA: Show and sale; Sullivan & Rose Fluorescent Mineral Shows; Lions Building, Central States Fairgrounds, 800 San Francisco St; Sat. 9-4; Everyone welcome. Free rock for young kids; Field trips for fluorescent rocks will take place Saturday evening, June 20 and Sunday morning June 21; contact Diane Rose; Email: rdrcollector@yahoo.com; Website: FB page: Sullivan & Rose Fluorescent Mineral Shows

25-28MADRAS, OREGON: Annual show; Madras Rock and Gem Show; Jefferson County Event Complex, 430 SW Fairgrounds Road; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-2; Free Admission; Family-oriented show with a large variety of vendors. Dedicated kids' day on Saturday, also kids' activities on the other show days. Field trips on Friday and Saturday for thunder eggs, petrified wood, and agates; contact David Heaton, (541) 601-31; Email: heatondave8@gmail.com; Website: madrasrockandgemshow.com

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

27-28TREMONTON, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival; Box Elder County Fairgrounds, 320 N 1000 W; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; Explore a vibrant world of rocks, minerals, crystals, gemstones, fossils, jewelry, cabochons, lapidary art, and unique handmade goods all under one roof. With free admission and free parking, this is one of the best family-friendly events in Northern Utah and a must-visit for collectors and rockhounds; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org

27-28CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Culver City Rock and Mineral Club; Culver City Veteran's Memorial Auditorium, 4117 Overland Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission and Parking; This year’s featured gemstone is malachite, which is celebrated for its rich green colors and natural beauty. Perfect outing for families, hobbyists and gem enthusiasts. Dealers selling minerals, gems, cabochons, beads, and jewelry findings; contact Janice Metz; Email: culvercityrocks35@gmail.com; Website: https://culvercityrocks.org/

27-28KENT, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Cascade Mineralogical Society; Kent Commons, 525 4th Ave N; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free; Vendors from all over the Pacific Northwest, activities for kids, door prizes, silent auction, and raffle for amazing prizes. Demonstrations, mineral specimens, rough rock, cabochons, jewelry, beads, and metaphysical specimens. Something for everyone; contact Noelle Barnes, (206) 914-0514; Email: noelleb@outlook.com; Website: https://www.cascademineralogicalsociety.org/

27-28TYLER, TEXAS: Annual show; East Texas Gem & Mineral Society; Tyler Rose Garden Center, 420 Rose Park Drive; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $8, Children & Students: $4; The 29th Annual East Texas Gem & Mineral Show - Minerals, Fossils, Gemstones, Jewelry Exhibitors, Demos in lapidary arts, wire wrapping and more. Enjoy the fluorescent mineral and Rock Food Table. Great vendors, silent auctions, kids' games, raffle and both door and grand prizes; contact Margaret Kilanski, (971) 219-3361; Email: mlkilanski@yahoo.com; Website: https://www.etgms.org/

July 2026

3-4NAUVOO, UTAH: Annual show; The Flood Museum; The Flood Museum, 1310 Knight Street; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 9-5; Free; contact Robert Wright, (309) 333-6861; Email: Robert@thefloodmuseum.com; Website: www.thefloodmuseum.com

3-5CRIPPLE CREEK, COLORADO: Annual show; Lake George Gem & Mineral Club; Parking lot of the Cripple Creek District Museum, 5th & Bennett Ave; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; 18 vendors with local specimens, auction, minerals, fossils, gems, beads, jewelry, lapidary, kids' activities & more; contact Carol Kinate, (719) 648-9015; Email: kinatec@aol.com; Website: www.lggmclub.org

10-12DURANGO, COLORADO: Annual show; Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club; La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 2500 Main Ave; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $5 daily over age 12; Over 60 vendors will offer gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils and more! Kids' activities and silent auctions. Food trucks on site; contact Cindy Pugsley; Email: info@durangorocks.org; Website: https://www.durangorocks.org/

10-12SHOW LOW, ARIZONA: Annual show; White Mountain Gem and Mineral Club; Elks Lodge, 805 E. Whipple; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Kids 17 and under free; contact Carl Hickman, (928) 536-3744; Email: carlhickman8@earthlink.net; Website: whitemountain-azrockclub.org

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

11-12SYRACUSE, NEW YORK: Wholesale and retail show; Gem & Mineral Society of Syracuse; NY State Fairgrounds, Center of Progress Building, 581 State Fair Blvd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $8, children 12 and under free; contact Cheryl Brown; Website: www.gmss.club

17-18MINOCQUA, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Lakeland Gem and Mineral Club; Lakeland High School, 9573 WI-70; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 9-5; Free; Educational displays about gems, minerals, fossils and geology; lapidary demonstrations; silent auctions and raffles; activities for kids; and dealers with rough and finished products for sale; contact Ron Zimmer; Email: rzimmer@charter.net; Website: https://www.lakelandgemclub.org/

18-19MOOSE LAKE, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Carlton County Gem & Mineral Club; First National Bank Arena (old name Riverside), 20 Earl Ellens Drive; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-3; Free; contact Lynn Svercl, (218) 721-2679; Email: MLAgatedays@gmail.com

18-19ESSEX JUNCTION, VERMONT: Annual show; Burlington Gem and Mineral Club; Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5 adults (16-59), $3 seniors (60+), children under 16 free with paying adult; Come to the 45th Annual Champlain Valley Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show — the largest gem, mineral and fossil show in Vermont! Thousands of beautiful natural specimens and jewelry are available at affordable prices. Exhibits, demonstrations, raffle, silent auctions, door prizes, mineral and fossils; contact Felicia Edwards; Email: vtbgmc@gmail.com; Website: http://www.burlingtongemandmineralclub.org/show.html

18-19ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA: Show and sale; Gem City Rock and Mineral Society; Zem Zem Shriners Banquet and Conference Center, 2525 West 38th Street, Corner of West 38th and Zuck Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $4, Children under 12 free; Dealers Door Prizes Activities for Kids Crystals-Fossils-Geodes-Jewelry-Beads; contact Robert Gallivan, (814) 636-7317; Email: gallivan427@gmail.com

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

24-26TENINO, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Washington Agate and Mineral Society; Tenino City Park, 309 Park Ave East; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; Free; The rock and gem show is held during the Tenino, Oregon, Trail Days celebration. There will be about 20 rock and mineral vendors, demonstrations, artisan jewelry, and much more; contact Douglas Shank, (360) 701-3769; Email: douglas.e.shank@gmail.com; Website: https://wamsolympia.com/

24-26FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Franklin Chamber of Commerce/ Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin NC; Robert C Carpenter Community Building, 1288 Georgia Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5; 16 & under free; Hourly door prize drawings, gold & silver jewelry, rough and cut gemstones, rocks & minerals, demonstrations; contact Linda Harbuck, (828) 524-3161; Email: lindah@franklin-chamber.com; Website: www.visitfranklinnc.com

25-26RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA: Annual show; Western Dakota Gem and Mineral Society; Central States Fairgrounds, Nerdy Nuts Expo Building, 800 San Francisco St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-3; $5, children under 12 free; Vendors, speakers, demonstrators, children’s activities, fluorescent minerals, jewelry, silent auction, door prizes, free rock and mineral identification; contact Debbie Vick; Email: Email: WestDakota.Rocks@gmail.com; Website: www.wdgms.org/gem-and-mineral-show

25-26FREDERIC, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Indianhead Gem & Mineral Society; Frederic High School Gym, 1437 Clam Falls Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; 59th Annual Gem & Mineral Show. Door Prizes. Demonstrations of Cabbing, Faceting, Flint Knapping & Sphere Making. Agates, Minerals, Fossils, Gems and Jewelry on display and for sale. Lunch and snacks available by the 4-H Club; contact Roy Wickman, (715) 357-3223

July 2026-August 2026

31-2CREEDE, COLORADO: Annual show; Creede & Mineral County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center; Underground Mining Museum & Community Center, #9 Forest Service Rd 503; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free; contact Julie Meiser- Chamber and Visitor Center Director, (719) 658-2374; Email: office@creede.com; Website: www.creede.com

August 2026

1-2VERNAL, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival; Uintah Conference Center, 313 E 200 S; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun at The Crystal Festival! Join us for one of the most exciting family-friendly events of the summer; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.crystalfestival.org

1-2ROSEVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Roseville Rock Rollers Gem and Mineral Society; Roebbelen Event Center within @the Grounds, 700 Event Center Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $10, Kids - 12 and under Free - Venue Parking fee; It's the Rock Rollers 63rd annual big show. Over 80 vendors, inside/out, featuring: Crystals, Fossils, Minerals from around the world, Jewelry, Amethyst, Gemstones, Opal, Beads, Meteorites, Demo's, Mineral ID, Rock Auctions, Special area for Kids. NorCal's largest show; contact Gloria P Marie, (916) 216-1114; Email: gloriarosevillerockrollers@gmail.com; Website: www.rockrollers.com

7-9HANCOCK, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Copper Country Rock & Mineral Club; Hancock Middle School, 501 Campus Drive off Highway 41; Fri. 1-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-3; Free; Organized mine digs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, August 3-6th. Live rock auctionon August 4th. Rock seminars on each day at the rock show. Silent auctions every day. All is part of Copper Week; contact Dale Hartmann, (715) 477-2519; Email: bluegill714@gmail.com; Website: ccrmc.info

15-15SHELTON, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Shelton Rock & Mineral Society; Mason Co Rec. Area, 2100 E. Johns Prairie Rd; Sat. 9-4; Free Admission & Parking, $40 Tailgate Space; 16th Annual Tailgate. 30+ vendors, rocks, minerals, fossils, rock crafts, equipment; contact Kevin, (360) 463-5527; Website: https://www.sheltonrockandmineralsociety.com/

21-23LEBANON, 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; children under 12 free; Discount coupon on website; demonstrations; outdoor section; free and handicapped parking; contact Tamie Simpson, (810) 919-4386; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com

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

22-23RICE LAKE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Northwest Wisconsin Gem & Mineral Society; Barron County Fair Grounds - Youth Expo Center, 101 Short Street - (On Highway 48 - North End of Rice Lake); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Door Prizes, Children's Activities & Children's Museum. Demonstrations & Displays. Museum quality minerals, specimens, Lake Superior agates, fossils, jewelry & more. Bring in your rocks, fossils, minerals, crystals & artifacts for free identification. Lunch available for purchase; contact Roy Wickman, (715) 357-3223; Website: http://www.cameronamericanlegion.org/rockclub.html

29-30CLOVIS, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Cassie Hardin; Clovis Civic Center, 801 Schepps Blvd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; First annual show featuring gems, minerals, and jewelry; contact Cassie Hardin; Email: echoesoftheearthgemshow@gmail.com; Website: Facebook.com/echoesoftheearthgemshow

29-30CANTON, NEW YORK: Annual show; St. Lawrence Rock & Mineral Club; Canton Pavilion, 90 Lincoln Street; Sat. 9-4:30, Sun. 9-3; $5, Kids 12 and Under Free; Add to your collection or browse beautiful handcrafted jewelry, mineral specimens, crystals, gems and fossils, too. Awesome fluorescent minerals tents; contact William deLorraine; Website: stlawrencecountymineralclub.org

29-30ELK 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; Vendor Spots - 20' x 40' - $25.00 per day. Gems, Minerals & Rock Related Equipment. Make payment the dates of the show. Payable to: Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society. Rain or Shine! Something for everyone! Shop & Swap. No Overnight Camping. Food & drinks available for purchase; contact Paul Tubbs, (715) 834-5747; Email: CVGMS2017@gmail.com

September 2026

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

12-12ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS: Show and sale; Rock River Valley Gem and Mineral Society; A-American Companies, 1665 Elmwood Rd; Sat. 9:30-3; Free admission and parking; Rain or shine. Rocks, minerals, fossils and jewelry. Kids' activities. Outdoor 10 ft. x 10 ft. spaces $25; contact Cushing; Email: rrvgms@gmail.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/890823657607474/

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

18-20FISHERSVILLE, VIRGINIA: Show and sale; Shenandoah Valley Gem and Mineral Society; The Augusta Expo, 277 Expo Rd; Fri. 2-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $5 adults; $3 Seniors & Students; Under 12 & Scouts/military in uniform Free; Education wing with displays; information booths; contact Scott Gregory, (727) 542-9723; Email: sgregory357@hotmail.com; Website: https://www.shenandoahvalleyrockclub.org/annual_svgms_show.html

18-20RENO, NEVADA: Annual show; Reno Gem & Mineral Society; Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. 2nd St, Silver State Pavilion; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free; The Jackpot of Gems is one of the premier gem and mineral shows in the western United States, attracting collectors, families, educators, students, and enthusiasts from across the region. The Show features dealers from around the country, competitive exhibits, demonstrations, and speakers; contact Ann Marie McCann, (949) 292-8167; Email: showdirector@renogemandmineralsociety.org; Website: renogemandmineralsociety.org

26-27SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; San Luis Obispo Gem and Mineral Club; Alex Madonna Expo Center, 120 Madonna Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5 Admission (Children, 12 and under free); Unique hand crafted items created by local artisans. Dealers selling a fantastic array of gems, minerals, fossils, carvings, jewelry, beads, jade, crystals, meteorites, lapidary and metaphysical items. Kids' activities. Demonstrations of jewelry-making and lapidary crafts. Free parking; contact Mary Rafferty; Website: https://slogem.org/gems-by-the-sea/

26-27LUBBOCK, TEXAS: Annual show; Lubbock Gem and Mineral Society; Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; $5 Age 12 and up, $3 age 6 - 11, 5 and under free; Featuring minerals, fossils, crystals, beads, jewelry, and so much more. Demonstrations include cabochon fashioning, gemstone faceting, silversmithing, and wire wrapping. A fluorescent tent, a silent auction, two grand prizes, and the kids’ area will have games and educational materials; contact Walter Beneze, (806) 797-5832; Email: walt@lubbockgemandmineral.org; Website: www.LubbockGemandMineral.org

October 2026

2-4ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; El Chivo Viejo; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission; Enter at Gate 3 @ San Pedro and Copper. 70 dealers, mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads, fossils, petrified wood, tools, equipment; contact Jay Penn, 505-883-4195; Email: Jaypenn246@gmail.com; Website: https://www.showaq.com

3-4EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Worthen Earth Searchers; Rock Island County Fairgrounds, 4200 Archer Drive; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $1, kids 12 and under are free; Worthen Earth Searchers annual show has around 40 vendors. Activities include sluice, geode cracking, pearl picking, and a great silent auction; contact Cindy M Cottrell, (563) 210-4744; Email: cc31068@yahoo.com; Website: worthenearthsearchers.org

3-4SEDONA, ARIZONA: Annual show; Sedona Gem and Mineral Club; Sedona Red Rock HS, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5 Cash Only, Children 12 and under Free; Free Parking; contact Courtenay Beck, (928) 254-8975; Email: Courtenay28@gmail.com; Website: sedonagemandmineral.org

3-4CABOT, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Central Arkansas Gem, Mineral and Geology Society; Veteran's Park Event Center, 508 N.Lincoln St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Check with club for admission pricing; contact Lenora Murray or Mark Cobern; Email: lenoramur@aol.com; Website: https://www.centralarrockhound.org/

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

10-11FAIRFIELD, IOWA: Annual show; Sac and Fox Lapidary Club; The Old Armory Building, 122 East Broadway Ave, One block east of square; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free; Activities for kids; contact Ron Brown; Email: Ron1947@ronbrownfamily.net

16-18SPRINGFIELD, 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

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

24-25CUYAHOGA 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, Childen 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

24-25CRANBROOK, 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/

24-25CRYSTAL, 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

November 2026

6-7HURRICANE, 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

7-8OAKS, 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

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

14-15GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Show and sale; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd, Pavillion 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/

20-22LEBANON, 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

21-22BREMERTON, 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