Rock & Gem Show Dates

 
 

October 2025

18-19SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Santa Rosa Mineral and Gem Society; Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Hall, 1351 Maple Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $8 general admission, kids under 12 are free, kids area is $5; Browse & purchase crystals, jewelry & minerals from west coast vendors to support our non-profit. See fluorescent minerals. Learn about Rockhounding and lapidary art. The kids center is not to be missed by our younger crowd; contact Victoria; Email: Santarosarockshow2@gmail.com; Website: http://www.srmgs.org/

18-19PORT ST. LUCIE, FLORIDA: Annual show; St. Lucie County Rock & Gem Club; Midflorida Event Center, 9221 S.E. Civic Center Place; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, children with an adult: Free; Custom-designed, handcrafted jewelry, gemstones, beads, rocks, minerals, slabs, tools & supplies, raffles. For additional information visit our website at slcrockandgem.org; contact Meri Jo Theobald, (772) 462-6597; Email: slclubshow2023@aol.com; Website: Slcrockandgem.org

18-19BRISTOL, CONNECTICUT: Annual show; Bristol Gem and Mineral Club; Bristol Community and Senior Center, 240 Stafford Ave; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Children under 12 Free; contact Michael Zagielski, (860) 997-3350; Email: mzagielski@comcast.net; Website: www.bristolgem.org

18-19CRANBROOK, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Cranbrook Rock & Lapidary Club; Colombo Lodge, 2550 8th Avenue South; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Seniors & Students $4, Children under 12 free; Vendors, Exhibitors, Displays, Demos and Children's Programs; contact Guy Santucci, (250) 919-2441; Email: gsantucci@telus.net; Website: https://cranbrooklapidaryclub.ca/

18-19DES MOINES, IOWA: Annual show; Des Moines Lapidary Society; Iowa State Fairgrounds - Elwell Family Food Center, 3000 E Grand Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Admission $6, Children 12 & Under Free and Free Parking; This event is family friendly, with children's activities, speakers, demonstrations, displays, and much more to see. 20+ Vendors from across the United States; contact Show Committee; Website: http://dmlapidary.org/Shows-Swaps/Our-Shows

18-19SEDONA, ARIZONA: Annual show; Sedona Gem and Mineral Club; Sedona Red Rock HS, Hwy 89A at Upper Red Rock Loop Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5 Children 12 & Under Free; Annual Rock, Gem and Jewelry Show. 45 vendors with specimens, rough and finished rock and many types of jewelry and supplies. Kids adventure to collect 12 different rock specimens throughout the show; contact Mark Moorehead, (928) 274-4450; Email: fifthestate23@gmail.com; Website: sedonagemandmineral.org

18-19ORANGE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; American Opal Society; Velvet Rose Event Center, 300 S. Flower St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, seniors $5, Students free with ID, children under 15 free; Opal and Gem Dealers from around the USA and Australia; Rough and Cut Opals, other gemstones, jewelry & supplies.Prize Drawing Grand Prize by Stan McCall Custom Creative Gem Cutting and many other prizes. Free Demonstrations: gemstone cutting, jewelry making, faceting, opal cutting; contact Veronica Purpura, (714) 501-9959; Email: info@opalsociety.org; Website: www.facebook.com/AmericanOpalSociety/

24-26PEARBLOSSOM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Pearblossom Gem Show; Outdoor Venue @ The Outpost, 34141 116th St E; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Find everything from gems, minerals, fossils, opals, geodes, crystals, jewelry, lapidary tools & supplies, crafts, food, etc. Vendor fee is $15 a day - $45 for the whole weekend; contact Rocks Rocks Rocks; Email: ksandahl24@gmail.com; Website: https://www.instagram.com/pearblossomgemshow/

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; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com

24-26GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Southeastern Mineral Specimens; Greenville Shrine Club & Event Center, 119 Beverly Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $10 Adults, kids 12 and under free! Admission good for all three days, free parking; New venue! Open to the public, this show brings together two dozen professional dealers, who will have all manner of items of geological origin available for purchase! Great for parents and kids looking for something to do, or for shop owners needing inventory; contact Mark, (706) 296-9467; Email: mepwoods@bellsouth.net; Website: www.imineral.net

24-26OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA: Annual show; Oklahoma Mineral & Gem Society; OKC State Fair Park - Modern Living Building, 608 Kiamichi Place; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Under 12 - Free, All others $8; Come see and purchase treasures from the Earth. 40 vendors will be offering minerals, crystals, gems, fossils, artisan jewelry, rough rock and tools. See door prizes, silent auction items, exhibits and demonstrations. A great children's area and a room full of fluorescent minerals can be found; contact Douglas Pollitt; Email: douglas.pollitt@yahoo.com; Website: omgs-minerals.org

25-26FREEPORT, NEW YORK: Retail show; Kaleidoscope Gem Shows; Freeport Recreation Center, 130E Merrick Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4:30; $6, Children under 12 free with adult; There are dealers selling minerals, fossils, gemstones, jewelry, beads and findings. Artists are selling their handcrafted silver and gold jewelry. A great way to spend some time on a weekend; contact Evelyn Gose, (631) 271-8411; Email: evelyn_gose@kaleidoscopegemshows.com; Website: kaleidoscopegemshows.com

25-26DAVENPORT, IOWA: Annual show; Black Hawk Gem and Mineral Club; Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 West Locust St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9:30-4; Adults $1; contact Bret Henderson , (309) 714-9621; Email: reminerals@gmail.com

25-26CRANSTON, RHODE ISLAND: Annual show; Rhode Island Mineral Hunters 52 Annual; Scottish Rite Valley of Providence, 2115 Broad St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 Admission Children under 12 free; Mineral & Fossil Dealers, Mineral Identification, Gemstones, Fine Jewelry, UV Fluorescent Display, Educational Exhibits, Kids Activities, and Grand Prizes, Free parking; contact Dante Caprara, (401) 269-6753; Email: dlcjr8@cox.net; Website: RIMH.org

25-26SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Sacramento Mineral Society; Sacramento Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 6151 H. Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $8, Under 12: Free; Bring the whole family to explore a wide variety of vendors, demonstrations, games, activities, & crafts for all ages! Featuring: The Pop-up Science Museum – Sponsored by the Scottish Rite. Science Teacher Jones brings his mobile museum indoors with real dinosaur bones, fossils, & UV minerals; contact Glenda Green & Alyssa Meiszinger, (916) 662-5819; Email: gemshow@sacramentomineralsociety.org; Website: https://sacgemshow.com

25-26CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA: Retail show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr N; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Donation Jar; contact Martha Miss, (651) 303-7122; Email: martha@rock-biz.biz

25-26EVANSVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; Evansville Lapidary Society; C.K. Newsome Ctr, 100 E Walnut St #1; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 per adult, Kids 12 and under free; A discounted two-day pass is available prior to the show. Please contact the Evansville Lapidary Society in advance of the show to purchase; contact Nancy Dassel, (812) 425-4367; Email: evansvillelapidary1304@gmail.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/EvansvilleLapidarySocietyInc/

25-26CUYAHOGA FALLS, OHIO: Show and sale; Summit Lapidary Club and Akron Mineral Society; Emidio & Sons Expo Center, 48 E Bath Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, Seniors (55+) and students $5, Children 7-14 $1, Children 6 and under and scouts in uniform, free; Wheelchair accessible, credit cards acceptable for admission. 38 quality vendors, gem mine and crafts for children, door prizes, geode cracking, displays and demonstrations of lapidary arts, food truck; contact Evelyn Tryon, (330) 673-9664; Email: Gemboree76@gmail.com; Website: SummitLapidaryClub.com/gemboree

25-26PORT MOODY, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Port Moody Rock & Gem Club; Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Admission by Donation; Displays, dealers, activities for the kids; contact Andrew Danneffel; Email: rock.show@portmoody.rocks; Website: https://www.portmoody.rocks

October 2025-November 2025

31-2NEWBERRY SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Dr Bronner's Imaginarium; Newberry Springs Gem and Mineral Show, 45401 National Trails Hwy; Fri. 9-4, Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-4; Free Admission; Guided rock hunting and digging tours prices set by host. Gems and Minerals for sale prices set by individual sellers. Grab bags for kids and adults; contact Robert Bronner, (909) 659-3585; Email: DrBronner@yahoo.com; Website: https://www.drbronnersimaginarium.com

31-2EUREKA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Humboldt Gem and Mineral Society (HGMS); Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $5, Kids 6-12: $1 Kids under 5: Free; 71st Annual Show - Geode cutting, live demos, kids games, silent auction, daily lapidary demonstrations, rock dining table, display cases, vendors and much more; contact Scott Ferriman, 707-407-7219; Website: https://humboldtgemandmineral.weebly.com/

November 2025

1-2TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Rock and Mineral Club; Florida State Fairgrounds Special Event Center, 4802 U.S. 301 N; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $12, Seniors and Military $10, Kids under 10 free. Free parking when you enter via the MLK entrance; A remarkable selection of unique slabs, cabochons, beads, gemstones, jewelry, and more. Highlights include a kids’ area featuring a sluice, a touch table with rock identification, scavenger hunt, and a bean bag toss with prizes; contact Tampa Mineral Club, (813) 684-2039; Email: tbmscshow@gmail.com; Website: https://tampabayrockclub.org

1-2RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Indian Wells Gem and Mineral Society; Desert Empire Fairgrounds, 520 South Richmond Road; Sat. 9-5:30, Sun. 9-5:30; Free admission and parking; Club Jasper claim tour on Sunday Silent auction geode cutting member displays vendors see the website for additional information; contact Charles Hattendorf IWGMS VP; Email: chair2@plrt.info; Website: iwgms.org

1-2TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; Club Facilities, 10207 Fisher Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $12, seniors and military $10, kids under 10 free; Free parking when you enter via the MLK entrance; contact Cynthia Britten; Email: tbmscshow@gmail.com; Website: tampabayrockclub.org

1-2GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Show and sale; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds Pavilion Building, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; https://www.facebook.com/GrantsPassRockClub; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: https://www.roguegemandgeology.org/

1-2SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; San Diego Mineral & Gem Society; Liberty Station Conference Center, 2600 Laning Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking. Service Animals only; Free Gem & Mineral ID, 29 dealers, >20 exhibits, demonstrations, kids educational tables, gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, rough, slabs, cut stones, jewelry, and plenty more; contact LuAnn Benton, (858) 945-4762; Email: luannz@att.net; Website: sdmg.org

1-2OAKS, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; Greater Philadelphia EXPO Center, Hall D, 100 Station Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; 1-Day Adults - $7, 2-Day Adults - $11, Children under 12 years - $1, adult discount coupon or online sales $5, Boy and Girl Scouts in uniform with adult Scoutmaster admitted free; 56th Annual GEMARAMA, hosted by Tuscarora Lapidary Society, features vendors, as well as exhibit cases and a large demonstration area where visitors can view stone cutting, jewelry making, wire wrapping, beading, chain making and more. Kids activities available. Free parking and food available; contact Linda Green; Email: tuscaroralapidary@gmail.com; Website: www.lapidary.org

1-2RALSTON, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Nebraska Mineral and Gem Club, Inc; Liberty First Credit Union Arena, 7300 Q St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, 12-18 and Seniors over 55 $4, under 12 free with paying adult; Demonstrations & Dealers, Kids Activities, Displays. Check out the Gems & Jewelry, Fossils & Specimens, Collectibles & Gift Items, Rough rock Slabs & Lapidary Materials, Rock paintings & Carvings. Check out the Silent auction and Rock Pile for bargains. Proceeds are used for our scholarship fund; contact Tammy Jeanneret, (402) 209-0747; Email: tjeanneret6515@gmail.com; Website: nerockgem.org

1-2BREWER, MAINE: Annual show; Penobscot Mineral and Lapidary Club; Joseph L Ferris Community Center, 318 Wilson St; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $3 adults, kids under 12 free; contact Alvin Theriault, (207) 528-3077; Email: alvintheriault@yahoo.com; Website: www.facebook.com/PenobscotMineralandLapidaryClub/

1-2STURTEVANT, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Racine Geological Society; Fountain Banquet Hall, 8505 Durand Ave. (Hwy 11); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Freewill Donation; Minerals, fossils, gemstones and jewelry dealers, large club silent auction, exhibits and door prizes; contact John Lowman, (262) 989-9193; Email: lowman.john@sbcglobal.net; Website: https://racinegeologicalsociety.weebly.com

7-8HURRICANE, UTAH: Annual show; Antonella Townsend; Washington County Legacy Park, 5500 W 700 S; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7; Free admission; 11th Annual Southern Utah Rock and Gem Show! Join us for an exciting weekend celebrating 11 years of rock, fossil, and gem discoveries! Whether you're a passionate rockhound or just looking for a fun time; contact Antonella Townsend, (435) 609-9265; Email: antonellalr1976@gmail.com

7-9GRAY, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Kingsport Gems & Minerals Club; Appalachian Fairgrounds, Building # 1, 100 Lakeview Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; $3 for adults, $1 for students, children 6 and under free; contact Robert G. Morgan, (423) 956-9486; Email: morganjewellry@msn.com

7-9HUMBLE, TEXAS: Annual show; Houston Gem and Mineral Society; Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $12 adults, seniors, kids over 10; Dino Dig for kids. Youth section with games and touch specimens. Scout merit badge program. More than 40 dealers; contact Scott Singleton; Email: fossilwood@comcast.net; Website: https://hgms.org/

7-9EUGENE, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Lane Events Center, 796 W 13th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com

7-9LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Annual show; Southern Nevada Gem and Mineral Society; Santa Fe Station Casino, 4949 N Rancho Dr; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $10 per Adults, Children under 12 and Society Members Free; The SNGMS Annual Show is open to the public with free parking and handicapped accessible. 65 vendors offer gems, minerals, cabs, slabs, jewelry, and a unique assortment of hand-made rock related art. Included are special exhibitors, free lectures , demonstrations and a Jr. Education area; contact Andrea Packo; Email: sngmsshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.snvgms.org

7-9DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $10 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointgemshow.com

8-8MIAMI, ARIZONA: Show and sale; Gila County Gem & Mineral Society; Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum Lawn, 150 Plaza Circle; Sat. 9-2; Free Admission; Vendors selling a variety of gems, minerals, jewelry, rocks and more. Wheel of Fortune. Visit with rockhounds & jewelry makers! Popcorn & beverages for purchase. Gila Hog’s BBQ 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; Website: https://gilagem.org/

8-9CONCORD, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Contra Costa Mineral and Gem Society; Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults - $10, Kids under 12 - free, Senior and Active Military discounts; 30 Vendors, 20 Display Cases, Demonstrators, Raffle, Silent Auction, Buy it Now buckets, CA Dig buckets, grab bags, rock art Kid's activities: CCMGS's very own Rock Monster! Spin the Wheel, Treasure Sand Dig, Plinko, educational treasure hunt, rock painting + more; contact Barbara Roderick, (925) 497-5240; Email: president@ccmgsclub.com; Website: ccmgsclub.com

8-9MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Annual show; Canaveral Mineral & Gem Society; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for adults, Kids under 13 free; contact Ed Kinberg, (321) 223-6375; Email: paradeofgems.melbourne@gmail.com; Website: www.canaveral-mgs.com/

8-9AMARILLO, TEXAS: Show; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society; Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Check with Club for Admission; contact Kassidy Barlow; Email: rosesunflowerbeauty@icloud.com; Website: https://amarillotreasureclub.org

8-9LAKE HAVASU CITY, ARIZONA: Annual show; Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society; Aquatic Center, 100 Park Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $5 under 12 free; 55th Annual Gem & Mineral Show - The show features minerals, fossils, rocks, gems, and jewelry. Geode cracking, door prizes, and raffles. Food available. Family fun; contact Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society, (928) 733-6270; Email: lakehavasugmsociety@gmail.com; Website: lakehavasugms.com

8-9BELLEROSE, NEW YORK: Show and sale; New York Gems, Jewelry And Mineral Show; Metropolitan Pavilion, 5th Floor, 115 W 18th Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Entry Ticket $15 for the two days; The Oldest Gem, Jewelry & Mineral Show in New York City Sponsored by the New York Mineralogical Club Lots of your Favorite Dealer's Retail and Whole Sale Hourly Door Prizes; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com

8-9FREEPORT, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Northwest Illinois Rock Club; Eagles Club #679, 1200 West Galena Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Admission is Free. Goodwill donation appreciated; Many vendors selling wide range of gems, fossils, minerals, rock specimens, jewelry, and more. Kid's Area and activities for kids. Big geode cracking area. Buy and crack your own geode to take home with you. Free demonstrations of gem tree making, flint knapping, jewelry wrapping, & lapidary; contact Brian Green; Email: NWILRockClub@gmail.com; Website: https://nwilrockclubfrpt.blogspot.com/

14-16PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave SW; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com

14-16RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Show and sale; Treasures of the Earth; North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $8 for adults, 16 and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, there will be wire-wrappers who can design custom jewelry and wrap stones on site; contact Ellen White, (757) 641-2124; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com

14-16LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: Wholesale and retail show; Mid-Atlantic Gem and Mineral Assoc./dba Gem Miner's Holiday Show; Lebanon PA Expo and Fairgrounds, 80 Rocherty Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; $6, Discount coupon on website; children 12 and under and Veterans free; New Friday hours; two wholesale rooms; Demonstrations; contact Teresa Schwab, (301) 807-9745; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com

15-15CABAZON, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; San Gorgonio Mineral and Gem Society; Club Headquarters, 50171 Ramona Street; Sat. 9-3; Please check with club for admission details; Raw and polished rocks. Gems, fossils, craft supplies, unique jewelry. Grab bags, rock critters, and a spinning wheel for kids. Buy a geode and have it cut as well; contact Peggy Richard, (951) 963-6751; Email: peggylrichard@yahoo.com; Website: sgmgs.org

15-16LAYTON, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show; Davis Conference Center, 1651 N 700 W; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; This family friendly and free event is packed with fun! Come meet mine owners, authors, lapidary artists, crystal healers, readers, and more! We will have a children's geology scavenger hunt, hands-on displays, scout presentations and rock-related date nights! Save the date and we'll see there; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org

15-16FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Show and sale; Fort Worth Gem and Mineral Club; Will Rogers Memorial Center/Roundup Inn, 3401 W Lancaster St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7, Seniors, Students $5, Kids 12 & under free; Over 25 vendors will have everything from rough material to high-end finished jewelry; contact Glenda Bradley; Email: fwgmc.info@gmail.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

December 2025

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

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

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

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

6-7MIAMI, FLORIDA: Annual show; Miami Mineralogical & Lapidary Guild; Better Families Through Tae Kwon Do, 6723 SW 81st Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5, children under 12 free; Twenty dealers of great minerals, fossils, gemstones and jewelry as well as educational exhibits, kids' activities, geode cutting, cabbing demonstrations, a fluorescent display, and representatives from local university geology departments on hand to discuss all things geological; contact Lauren Kairalla; Email: miamirocknerds@gmail.com; Website: miamirocknerds.com

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

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

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

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

January 2026

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

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

February 2026

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

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

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

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

February 2026-March 2026

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

March 2026

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

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

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

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

13-15KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Annual show; Greater Kansas City Association of Earth Science ClubsGreater 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 7PM Saturday; contact Bruce Stinemetz , (816) 795-5159; Email: brucestinemetz@att.net; Website: www.kcgemshow.org or Facebook: Kansas City Gem and Mineral Show

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

27-29LEXINGTON, 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 (includes full weekend admission) - $5 Saturday & $5 Sunday each. Children under 12 & Scouts in uniform are free; Admission Cash Only. Minerals & fossil specimens, cabbing rough, crystals, artisan jewelry, children's items & much more. Silent Auctions & Club Sales Saturday & Sunday only. Grand Prize drawing 3 p.m. Sunday - need not be present to win; however, must pick up prize by 8 p.m. Service pets only; contact Russ Blanton, (859) 749-3604; Email: russeblanton@yahoo.com; Website: http://bggamc.homestead.com/

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 florescent rocks. Kids' activities (Games, Silent Auction, and Door Prizes). Geode cracker. Adult Silent Auction and Door Prizes. Vendors of rocks, florescent 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

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

May 2026

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

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

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

June 2026

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

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

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

July 2026

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

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

July 2026-August 2026

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

August 2026

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

September 2026

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

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

November 2026

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