Rock & Gem Show DatesOctober-November 2026 30-1—OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA: Annual show; Oklahoma Mineral & Gem Society; Modern Living Bldg @ State Fair Park, 7400 NE 94th Street; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $8 adults; Under 12 = free; Enjoy and buy treasures from the Earth. See over 40 vendors offering fossils, crystals, gemstones, minerals, tools, jewelry and decor made from rocks. Come for children's activities, door prizes, silent auctions, a fluorescent display, demonstrations and exhibits; contact Douglas B Pollitt, (405) 537-1997; Email: douglas.pollitt@yahoo.com; Website: OMGS-minerals.org 31-1—AMARILLO, TEXAS: Annual show; Golden Spread Gem Mineral & Treasure Society; Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S Buchanan Street; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $5; Hands on learning activities, flint knapping lessons, vendors offering gem and mineral products, rough gems, raw mineral specimens, crystals, fossils, fine jewelry, lapidary, educational demos, silver, exhibits, kids area, raffles, door prizes and rock walk, and more; contact Kassidy Barlow; Email: Kassidy.gsgmts@outlook.comNovember 2026 6-7—HURRICANE, UTAH: Annual show; Southern Utah Rock & Gem Show; Washington County Legacy Park, 5500 W 700 S; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7; Free; The Southern Utah Rock & Gem Show offers free admission to a family-friendly event filled with knowledgeable vendors, quality rocks, minerals, gems, black light displays, museum and rock club exhibits, holistic wellness and fun for all ages; contact Antonella Townsend, (435) 609-9265; Email: antonellalr1976@gmail.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/S.U.rockandgem 6-8—EUREKA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Humboldt Gem and Mineral Society; Redwood Acres, 3780 Harris Street; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults 12+ $6, 12 $1, 5 & under free; Rocks, fossils, minerals, gems and jewelry, lapidary, displays, black light booth, geode cutting booth, silent auction, food, three big days; contact Mike Martin, (707) 834-6422; Email: Paleomike@aol.com 6-8—LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Annual show; Southern Nevada Gem & Mineral Society; Santa Fe Hotel & Casino, 4949 N. Rancho Dr; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $10 per adult for a 3 day pass, Accompanied Children under 18 free with adult; 2026 marks the 5th year for the Viva Las Vegas Rocks! show. Featuring rare rocks, gemstones, jewelry, presentations and classes. New this year is a Fluorescent Rocks display. Come early for the best holiday shopping; contact Andrea Packo, (702) 279-7679; Email: showchairviva@sngms.net; Website: www.SNGMS.net 6-8—EL PASO, TEXAS: Wholesale and retail show; Victoria Mills; Tobin Park United Methodist Church, 9410 Roanoke Dr; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free; contact Victoria Mills, (505) 238-1285; Email: vtrujillo1701@aol.com 7-7—MIAMI, ARIZONA: Show and sale; Gila County Gem & Mineral Society; Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum Yard, 150 Plaza Circle; Sat. 9-2; Free Admission; Vendors selling a variety of gems, minerals, jewelry, rocks and more. Visit with rockhounds & jewelry makers. Popcorn & water are available for purchase. Taqueria La Familia Food Truck and Grindhead Coffee Truck will be on site. Interested in being a vendor? 8-foot table space $20 each; contact Beverly Hawkins; Email: gilagem.show@gmail.com 7-8—EVANSVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; Evansville Lapidary Society; National Guard Armory, 3000 E. Division Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults & Ages 13 & Over $5 / Ages 12 & Under Free; Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Show / Free Kids' Activities Book to the first 500 kids / Geode Cracking Station / Door Prizes / Silent Auction / Food Trucks / TWO FULL DAYS OF FUN; contact Bob Price, (812) 425-4367; Email: evansvillelapidary1304@gmail.com; Website: Facebook.com/EvansvilleLapidarySocietyInc 7-8—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds - Special Events Center, 4800 U.S. 301 N; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, Seniors and Military $7, Kids Under 12 Free; More than 60 vendors will showcase a selection of slabs, cabochons, beads, gemstones, jewelry, and more. The kids' area features a sluice, rock ID, scavenger hunt, and a bean bag toss. Enter via the MLK gate. Venue parking is $12 at the gate, $10 pre-purchased. Pre-purchase a parking pass for a discount; contact Lyra Solochek, (813) 684-2039; Email: tbmscshow@gmail.com ; Website: https://tampabayrockclub.org/show-information 7-8—RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Indian Wells Gem & Mineral Society; Desert Empire Fairgrounds, 520 S Richmond Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; 70th annnual show. Field trip to club claim for jasper on Sunday; contact Miguel Gonzales; Email: Showchairman@iwgms.org; Website: iwgms.org 7-8—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; San Diego Mineral & Gem Society; Liberty Station Conference Center, 2600 Laning Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; GEM DIEGO, San Diego’s finest gem and mineral show. Free gem ID, 28 dealers, 20+ exhibits, lapidary demos, kids' zone, gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, rough, cut stones, books, jewelry, slabs, door prizes & plenty more. Trained service animals only are allowed; contact Patricia Andrews, (619) 717-7657; Email: GemDiego.pr@gmail.com; Website: www.sdmg.org 7-8—BREWER, MAINE: Annual show; Penobscot Mineral and Lapidary Club; Joseph L Ferris Community Center (Brewer Auditorium), 318 Wilson Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $4 on Saturday, $3 on Sunday, Children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult; Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Gifts, Silent Auction, Bake Sale, Lunch Counter, Door Prize Drawings; contact Alvin Theriault; Email: alvintheriault@yahoo.com 7-8—STURTEVANT, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Racine Geological Society of Wisconsin; Fountain Banquet Hall, 8505 Durand Avenue (Hwy 11); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Freewill donation; Rock, fossil, mineral and jewelry dealers, door prizes, and silent auction. Ample free parking; contact Diane Rubel, President, (262) 900-1698; Email: racinegeologicalsociety@gmail.com 7-8—NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Wholesale and retail show; New York Gems Jewelry and Mineral Show; The Metropolitan Pavilion, 5th Floor, 123 West 18th Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; $15 for both days; The oldest gem, jewelry & mineral show in New York City. Sponsored by the New York Mineralogical Club. Lots of favorite dealers. Retail and wholesale participants. Hourly door prizes; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: www.barygems.com 7-8—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds Special Events Center, 4800 U.S. 301; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; $8 adults, $7 seniors/military, free for kids 12 and under; 67th Annual Fall Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show. Over 50 vendors will showcase a remarkable selection of unique slabs, cabochons, beads, gemstones, jewelry, and more. Whether you're a collector, creator, or simply love working with nature's materials, this event is perfect for you. Highlights include a kids' area featuring a sluice, a touch table with rock identification, a scavenger hunt, a mineral ID booth and a bean bag toss with prizes for kids and adults. Enter through the MLK entrance. Fairgrounds parking is $12 at the gate. Prepurchase a parking pass for a discount at the fairgrounds website. This indoor, air-conditioned event offers a concession stand with lunch and refreshments, along with a conveniently located ATM; contact Lyra Solochek; Email: tbmscshow@gmail.com; Website: gemshowFL.com 7-8—OAKS, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; Greater Philadelphia EXPO Center, 100 Station Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults-$7; children under 12 years-$1; Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in uniform with adult Scoutmaster are admitted free; Tuscarora Lapidary Society will host its 57th annual mineral, gem and jewelry show, Gemarama: America Rocks, featuring dealers of minerals, gems, and fined jewelry, exhibits, a large demonstration area of lapidary and jewelry arts, and children’s activities. Food and free parking available; contact Linda Green; Email: tuscaroralapidary@gmail.com; Website: www.lapidary.org 13-14—ABBOTSFORD, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Abbotsford Rock and Gem Club; Matsqui Community Hall, 33676 St Olaf Avenue; Fri. 12-8, Sat. 10-6; By Donation; Silent auction, showcases, lots of vendors, free grab bags for kids under 13 & more; contact Miranda Ruce; Email: mirandarice3178@gmail.com 13-15—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Individual; NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $10 General Admission; Our shows feature estate, classic, handcrafted and fashion jewelry made from a variety of metals, as well as a vast array of crystals, minerals and fossils; contact Treasures of the Earth; Website: www.treasuresoftheearth.com 13-15—HUMBLE, TEXAS: Annual show; Houston Gem and Mineral Society; Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $12; Kids' Day on Friday, children's activities, dino dig and Scout Merit Badge program; contact Scott Singleton, (832) 524-8382; Email: fossilwood@comcast.net; Website: hgms.org 13-15—DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $10 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointgemshow.com 14-14—CALDWELL, IDAHO: Annual show; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; Caldwell Elks, 1015 N Kimball Ave; Sat. 9-5; Free; Rock, Gem and Craft Fair; contact Susan Cassidy, (603) 548-8822; Email: pypnhot@comcast.net; Website: owyheerocks.com 14-15—HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Show and sale; Travelin Rocks; Memorial Field Airport, 525 Airport Rd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Please check with show for admission; This is our inaugural Outdoor Spa City Crystals & Crafts Gem Show! Gem and Mineral Vendor Opportunities Available! Text (870) 490-2997 or email Bearisgrateful@gmail.com for more info registration deadline of November 1st; contact Chris Wood, (870) 490-2997; Email: bearisgrateful@gmail.com 14-15—FRESNO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Fresno Gem and Mineral Society; Elks Lodge, 5351 N. Diana St; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for ages 13 and up; The 2nd Annual Central Valley Holiday Gem & Mineral Show - Rocks, Minerals, Jewelry, Art, and More; contact Daniel Bolm, (708) 821-7575; Email: danielbolm096@gmail.com; Website: https://www.fgms.rocks 14-15—SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Retail show; Earthly Treasures Expo; St Marys Center, 320 Mifflin Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6 Children 12 and under free; Explore a massive selection of minerals and crystals, fossils, jewelry, geode cracking, UV-reactive and fluorescent minerals, polished stones, carvings, spheres and family-friendly activities; contact Amanda M; Email: info@earthlytreasuresexpo.com; Website: https://www.earthlytreasuresexpo.com 14-15—MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Annual show; Canaveral Mineral & Gem Society; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 age 12 and up; Hourly silent auction, kids' corner, opals, cut gems, beads, rough stone, slabs, tools, crystals, finished jewelry, findings, specimens and snack bar; contact Kathie Burnette, (321) 693-9719 14-15—CONCORD, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Contra Costa Mineral and Gem Society; Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Admission $10 Kids under 12 free, Senior discount; Tickets can be purchased online. Over 30 vendors - Rocks, minerals, fossils, gemstones, silent auction, rocks by the bucket, professional demonstrators, rock ID with experts, display cases, Spin the Wheel, rock painting, treasure box dig, rock monster, door prizes & raffle; contact Mike Hopkins, (925) 570-4719; Email: show@ccmgsclub.com; Website: www.ccmgsclub.com 14-15—FREEPORT, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Northwest Illinois Rock Club; Freeport Eagles Club #679, 1200 W Galena Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission & parking. Goodwill donation appreciated; Food & drink available for sale on-site. Many professional vendors. Kid's Area. Club Table. Geode cracking big & small; contact Deb Wehinger, (608) 558-1138; Email: NWILRockClub@gmail.com; Website: http://nwilrockclubfrpt.blogspot.com/ 14-15—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Show and sale; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd, Pavilion Building; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Raffle, silent auction, Wheel of Fortune and a lot of vendors, https://www.facebook.com/GrantsPassRockClub; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: https://www.roguegemandgeology.org/ 20-22—GOLDEN, COLORADO: Annual show; Jeffco Mineral Show LTD; Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W 6th Ave; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Everyone is welcome. Discover something fascinating. Featuring 20+ vendors with an incredible variety of minerals, fossils and gems; contact John Schmidt; Email: Jeffcomineralshow@gmail.com; Website: http://www.jeffcomineralshow.com 20-22—COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Columbia Gem and Mineral Society; Jamil Temple, 206 Jamil Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; Adults $7, Children 12 & under free, Military and their dependents are free with ID; For sale; gemstones, jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils and beads. Geodes Sold & cut, a salted mine for, a raffle for large mineral specimens (fluorite and barite in matrix, emerald in matrix). Demonstrations of lapidary arts, showcases displaying members' collections of minerals; contact Patricia Stidom, (803) 671-3118; Email: pbstidon@yahoo.com; Website: www.cgms.rocks 20-22—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Cobb County Gem and MIneral Society; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; Bring the whole family! Hourly door prizes! 30 Dealers. Find amazing rocks, crystals, gemstones, minerals, and fossils from all over the world! Choose from a large selection of beautiful beads, unique jewelry and jewelry-making supplies. Grab Bags, Silent Auction, Demos. Geode Cracking, Exhibits; contact Jim Haege, (404) 781-9341; Email: jim@planetaryparts.com; Website: www.ccgms.org 20-22—LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: Wholesale and retail show; Mid-Atlantic Gem and Mineral Assoc./dba Gem Miner's Holiday Show; Lebanon PA Expo and Fairgrounds, 80 Rocherty Road; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; $6; children under 12 free; Free discount coupon on website, demonstrations, free and handicapped parking; contact Tamie Simpson, (810) 919-4386; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com 21-22—MESQUITE, TEXAS: Annual show; Dallas Gem and Mineral Society; Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Dr; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, Kids to 12 $4, Family of 4 $20, Vets, Teachers, Over 65 $5; contact Diana Case, (469) 688-4057; Email: dgmscontracts@yahoo.com 21-22—FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Annual show; The Northern Virginia Mineral Club, Inc.; Dewberry Hall, Johnson Center, George Mason University, Fairfax Campus, 4400 University Dr; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, Seniors (65+) $5, Teens (13-17) $4, Children 12 & Under accompanied by adult free, Scouts in uniform free; Demonstrations, exhibits, kids' activities and door prizes. Mini-mines for children to dig in and get free fossils and minerals. Silent Auction on Sunday. 20 dealers with Gems, Minerals & Fossils for sale. Enter GMU's parking Lot A from Patriot Cir at Mattaponi River Lane; contact Tom Taaffe, VA; Email: rockcllctr@gmail.com; Website: www.novamineralclub.org/show 21-22—MADISON, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Madison Gem & Mineral Club; Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Exhibition Hall; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-5; $4 Adults, Children 12 & under free, $10 parking onsite; Activities include panning for gold and sapphires, silent auction, door prizes, and special mineral & jewelry exhibits; contact Nevin Franke; Email: publicity@madisonrockclub.org; Website: mgmc.clubexpress.com 21-22—WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Annual show; Gem and Mineral Society of the Palm Beaches; South Florida Fairgrounds-Expo Center East, 9067 Southern Blvd; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $11, Children under 12 Free, 2 Day Pass $16, Free Parking; Over 90 retail dealers, featuring gemstones, jewelry, rare minerals, fossils, beads, crystals, handcrafted art and one-of-a-kind treasures. Family-friendly fun, gem & fossil mining, geode cracking, demonstrations, speakers, exhibits, hourly giveaways, door prizes, raffle & silent auction; contact Arlene Lazzaro, (561) 585-2080; Email: President@gmspb.org; Website: GMSPB.orgDecember 2026 4-6—HUDSON, FLORIDA: Annual show; Withlacoochee Rockhounds; Veterans Memorial Park, 14333 Hicks Road; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $8 Adults, Children Under 12 Free; contact Janice Wojcik, (813) 545-9973; Email: jfwojcik@verizon.net; Website: withlacoocheerockhounds.com 11-13—SWANNANOA, NORTH CAROLINA: Show; Mountain Area Gem and Mineral Association; Land of the Sky Shrine Club, 39 Spring Cove Road; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; 37th M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show. Open to the public. Everyone is welcome. We will have over 40 indoor and outdoor vendors with everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems and minerals in the U.S. and the world. #1 show to do your holiday shopping; contact Richard Jacquot, (828) 779-4501; Email: rickjacquot@gmail.com; Website: www.AmericanRockhound.com 11-13—WEST JORDAN, UTAH: Annual show; Rockhounders Outreach for Community Knowledge (R.O.C.K.); Viridian Events Center, 8030 South 1825 West; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Entry donation is $2 except children under 12 are free; There will be fossils, minerals, gems and jewelry on display and for sale. Hands-on activities for everyone. Come build your own rock collection; contact Janica Wright; Email: show@rockutah.org; Website: https://rockutah.org/ 11-13—LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA: Annual show; Southeastern Mineral Specimens; Gwinnett Co. Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall, 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy SW; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Adults $10, Kids 12 and under free; 32 Professional dealers from around the country will be bringing mineral specimens, gemstones, meteorites, jewelry, fossils, and all things geological for your viewing and purchasing pleasure, for three days only; contact Mark Woods, (706) 296-9467; Email: imineral@bellsouth.net; Website: https://facebook.com/events/s/2026-gwinnett-co-lawrenceville/1195025072092047 12-13—MIAMI, FLORIDA: Annual show; Miami Mineralogical and Lapidary Guild; Better Families through Tae Kwon Do, 6723 SW 81st Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; $10 for adults; children under 12 free with a paid adult; The show will feature vendors offering gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, rocks, crystals, lapidary materials, arts and crafts, and more, along with mineral displays and exhibits, children’s activities, a gem-mining sluice, and geode cutting; contact Lauren Kairalla, (786) 440-8333; Email: Miamigemshow@gmail.com; Website: www.miamigemshow.comJanuary 2027 15-17—GLOBE, ARIZONA: Annual show; Gila County Gem & Mineral Show; Gila County Fairgrounds, 900 E Fairgrounds Road; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 Single or $8 Couple; Students with ID & Kids 13 and Under Free; Celebrating 69 Years! Vendors selling gems, minerals, rock specimens, jewelry, fossils and much more. Activity room with hands-on learning, lapidary, silent auction, and snack bar; contact Beverly Hawkins; Email: gcgms1954@gmail.com 16-17—EXETER, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Tule Gem and Mineral Society; Exeter Veterans Memorial District, 324 N Kaweah Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; contact Malinda Hoskins, (559) 786-6147; Email: mmbhoskins@gmail.com; Website: https://www.tulegem.com/ 16-17—FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS: Annual show; Fredericksburg Rockhounds; Pioneer Pavilion, Lady Bird Johnson Park Hwy.16 South; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free; Hourly Silent Auction, Free door prizes, Outstanding Raffle Prizes. We have dealers from throughout Texas. A club geologist will be on-site to identify your mystery rocks; contact Frank Rowell, (325) 248-1067; Email: hcgms20@gmail.com; Website: fredericksburgrockhounds.org 17-17—LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Rock and Mineral SWAP; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Lincoln Firefighters Reception Hall, 241 Victory Lane; Sun. 11-5; $3 for adults; youth 15 and under are free; Midwinter Rock and Mineral Swap: Various vendors selling rocks, minerals, crystals, gems and jewelry. Opportunities to buy, sell or trade specimens. Food options available on-site; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: james.marburger@outlook.com; Website: https://www.lincolngemmineralclub.org/January 2027-February 2027 25-14—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Wholesale and retail show; V & I Exposition; Days Inn Tucson, 665 North Freeway Road; daily 10-6; Free; A must-visit event for fossil and mineral enthusiasts. It showcases an array of ancient specimens from all over the world. Known for its wide variety and quality offerings, the show draws collectors, paleontology fans, and those captivated by Earth's creations; contact Indy Desai; Email: fossilandmineralalley.viexpo@gmail.com; Website: fossilandmineralalley.com 27-7—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Wholesale and retail show; JOGS International Exhibits; The Tucson Expo Center, 3750 E. Irvington Road; daily 10-6; Free admission for qualified wholesale buyers. Guest admission is $20 and is valid for all 12 days of the show; The JOGS Tucson Gem & Jewelry Show 2027 is a 12-day international event, primarily B2B wholesale, featuring 800+ booths and exhibitors from 26 countries. Shop jewelry, gemstones, minerals, crystals, beads, turquoise, wholesale supplies, and more at the Tucson Expo Center; contact Yelena Masenko, (213) 629-3030; Email: info@jogsshow.com 28-14—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; Starr Pass Show LLC; Starr Pass Show Site, 777 W Starr Pass Blvd; Thu. 9-6, Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-6; Free Entry. Public Welcome. $5 Parking; This 18-day show is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day. Presented by the founder of the 22nd Street Show. Hardwall climate-controlled tent on new asphalt; contact Lowell Carhart, (804) 291-6357; Email: Lowell@StarrPass.Show; Website: www.StarrPass.ShowFebruary 2027 19-21—CLARKDALE, ARIZONA: Annual show; Mingus Gem and Mineral Club; Clark Memorial Clubhouse Auditorium, 19 N. Ninth Street; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free for All; Daily raffles to win many beautiful prizes throughout the show and the grand prize at the end. This is a fun and educational event the entire family will enjoy. Unique gift items. Free mineral specimens for children 12 and under. Dealers, mineral specimens, wire-wrapping, geodes, carvings and more; contact Bill Hedglin, (928) 634-0269; Email: billkarin3@q.com; Website: http://www.mingusgmclub.com/ 20-21—ANTIOCH, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Antioch Lapidary Club; Contra Costa County Fairgrounds, 1201 West 10th Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $7 adults, 12 & under/Scouts in uniform free; Jewelry, gems, meteorites, findings, supplies, auction, grab bags, exhibits, and hands-on projects for kids; contact Jennifer Heath; Email: jennheath50@yahoo.com; Website: www.antiochlapidaryclub.com 20-21—LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Friends of NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum; NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7, Seniors $6, Children (4-17) $5, US Military/Veterans $4, Age 3 and under Free. Free Parking; contact Joy Anna McCartney, (575) 637-1952; Email: events@farmandranchfriends.org; Website: museumrocks.com 27-28—JASPER, TEXAS: Annual show; My Booth Rocks; Old Auction House, 324 W Gibson (Highway 190) Street; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 11-5; Free Admission; Jasper Texas Rock and Gem Show - fossil and dinosaur exhibit; contact Brian Kupiec, (936) 306-5688; Email: Pipelayer413@yahoo.com 27-28—VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Vallejo Gem and Mineral Society; McCormick Hall, Solano County Fairgrounds, 900 Fairgrounds Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $6 for adults, children under 12 free, free parking; Silent auction, Wheel of Fortune, raffle drawing, kids' corner, grab bags, demonstrators; contact Debra Duhon, (415) 254-1506; Email: dduhonvgms@gmail.com; Website: vjgems.com 27-28—JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Mississippi Gem and Mineral Society; Mississippi Trade Mart, 1207 Mississippi St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; Adults $8, Students $3, Under 5 Free; contact Loyd C Plunk, (601) 940-3510; Email: mgmsshow@missgems.org; Website: missgems.orgMarch 2027 5-7—CLEARWATER, FLORIDA: Annual show; Suncoast Gem & Mineral Society; Polish Center of John Paul, 1521 N Saturn Ave; Fri. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Donation - Adults $10, Students $6, Children under 12 Free; Gems, minerals, jewelry, beads, fossils, crystals and more. Free parking; contact Pat; Email: hello@sgams.com; Website: sgams.com 6-7—NEWARK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; East Bay Mineral and Lapidary Club; Newark Pavilion, 6430 Thornton Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; $8 Adults (All Weekend), 12 & Under Free, Seniors (65 and Over) Free on Sunday, Free Parking; Exhibits by club members of rocks/mineral collections and lapidary; vendors of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; a live auction of rocks and minerals in the rough/polished and fossils; demonstrators of lapidary work; a youth room with games and prizes; geode cracking; and free hourly door prizes; contact Debra Gilmore, (510) 353-3787; Email: Show@ebml.club; Website: https://www.ebml.club/Gem-Show/ 6-7—ISSAQUAH, WASHINGTON: Annual show; East KingCo Rock Club; Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave NW; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $1, Kids Free; contact Kim Villines; Email: showchair@eastkingco.org; Website: eastkingco.org 6-7—MERIDEN, CONNECTICUT: Annual show; The Lapidary & Mineral Society of Central Connecticut; Malony High School, Gravel Street; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; $7 adult; contact John Kringel; Email: johnkringel@yahoo.com 6-7—ROBSTOWN, TEXAS: Annual show; Gulf Coast Gem and Mineral Society; Richard Borchard Regional Fairgrounds, 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Please check with club for admission pricing; contact Rick Price, (361) 742-4076; Email: president@gcgms.org; Website: http://www.gcgms.org/ 6-7—WILMINGTON, DELAWARE: Annual show; Delaware Mineralogical Society, Inc; DoubleTree by Hilton, 4727 Concord Pike (Rt-202); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; Seniors $6, Adults $7 ($6 w/ coupon), Juniors (12 – 17) $4, Children under 12 free w/ paying adult. Tickets only sold at the door; Two-day, family-friendly show features educational exhibits of mineral, lapidary and fossil specimens; a roster of fine dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; raffles of interesting specimens and a children’s area, where youngsters may purchase inexpensive mineral and fossil specimens; contact Dianne Soccio; Email: dmsrocksshowchair@gmail.com; Website: https://dmsrocks.org/annual-show/ 6-7—VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Ventura Gem & Mineral Society; Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free (Fairgrounds charges for parking.); Dealers, exhibits, silent auctions & raffle, demonstrators, kids' activities; contact Diane Cook, (805) 312-8467; Email: info@vgms.org; Website: www.vgms.org 6-7—NEWARK, DELAWARE: Wholesale and retail show; The Rock Store; Clayton Conference Center, 100 David Hollowell Drive; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Check Show Website for Pricing; At Delaware Gem Shows, we bring together an exceptional array of vendors with gems, minerals, and jewelry, meticulously organized to delight every enthusiast and collector; contact Christopher Lemberg, (732) 655-4849; Email: chris@delawaregemshows.com; Website: https://www.delawaregemshows.com/ 6-7—TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Sierra County Rock & Gem Society; Sierra County Fair Barn, 1321 Hyde Ave; daily 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Rough & finished rock, slabs, cabs, beads, jewelry, fossils, meteorites, geode cracking, field trips, presentations, demos, gold and sapphire panning, Wheel of Fortune, door prizes. Family-friendly with fun kids' activities; contact Megan Holden; Email: scragssierracounty@gmail.com; Website: scrags.org 6-7—CALDWELL, IDAHO: Annual show; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; O'Connor Field House, 2207 Blaine Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 cash, kids under 11 free with adult; Rocks, slabs, cabs, jewelry, games and prizes, demonstrations, displays, dinosaur eggs, black light room; contact Susan Cassidy, (603) 548-8822; Email: pypnhot@comcast.net; Website: owyheerocks.com 6-7—NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Show and sale; New York Mineralogical Club; Metropolitan Pavilion, 5th Floor, 123 West 18th Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $15 for both days; The oldest gem and jewelry show in New York City. Lots of favorite dealers. Retail and wholesale dealers. Hourly door prizes; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: www.barygems.com 12-13—RICHBORO, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Leidy Microscopic Society; Advent Lutheran Church, 45 Worthington Mill Road; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 9-6; Table Space for Two Days: $35 for ½ of 6 Foot Table, $45 for Full 6 Foot Table - Visitor’s Fee: $5 for Friday, $10 for Saturday (Includes lunch); 51st Micromount Symposium -Speaker Each Day; Silent Auctions; Give Away Tables; contact Don McAlarnen, (610) 247-5097; Email: donmcalarnen@outlook.com; Website: https://leidymicroscopical.com 12-14—KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Annual show; Kansas City Association of Earth Science Clubs; KCI Expo Center, 11730 NW Ambassador Drive; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; Adults $7, (2-day pass $11, 3-day pass $17) Age 5-12 $4, Age 4 and under free; 60+ retail dealers, wholesale area, swap hobby vendors area, free parking, special exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, scholarship benefit auction at 7 p.m. on Saturday; contact Bruce Stinemetrz, (816) 795-5159; Email: brucestinemetz@att.net; Website: www.kcgemshow.org or Facebook: Kansas City Gem and Mineral ShowMarch 2027-April 2027 31-4—JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Joshua Tree Gem & Mineral Show; Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground, 2601 Sunfair Rd; Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; Sun. 9-4; Free Admission; This is a free biannual event featuring dozens of vendors; contact Bill Sherwood, (760) 218-6137; Email: socaldesert@yahoo.com; Website: joshuatreegemandmineralshow.comApril 2027 2-4—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Tar Heel Gem and Mineral Club; NC State Fairgrounds (Kerr Scott Building), 4285 Trinity Road; Fri. 3-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $3 for an individual, $5 for a family of 4, kids under age 5 free; Over 30 vendors. Rocks, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry and more. Geode cutting, silent auctions, and raffle prize drawings. Fun for all ages; contact Tar Heel Gem and Mineral Club; Email: tarheelgemmineralclub@yahoo.com; Website: tarheelclub.org 3-4—PLYMOUTH MEETING, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Philadelphia Mineralogical Society & Delaware Valley Paleontological Society; LuLu Temple, 5140 Butler Pike; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $7 per adult - $2 kids 12 and under - Scouts in uniform free; 30 Dealers - Kids Corner- door prize raffle- daily speakers; contact Karen Snow; Email: minerals.fossils.rocks@gmail.com; Website: https://www.phillyrocks.org 3-4—CANTON, OHIO: Annual show; Stark County Gem and Mineral Club; Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave NW, Arts Building; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Cash only, Adults $5, Seniors $4, Children 6-14 $1, Scouts in uniform free; Exhibits of fossils, minerals, and fluorescent rocks. Kids’ activities (games, silent auction and door prizes). Geode cracker. Adult silent auction and door prizes. Vendors of rocks, minerals, opalized wood, and fossil specimens; beads, handmade jewelry and novelties. Food truck with great food; contact Terrie Shockling, (609) 505-0060; Email: terrieA@snip.net; Website: facebook.com/StarkCountyOhioGemandMineralClub 3-4—LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Sandhills Global Event Center, 4100 North 84th St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adult: $8, 2-day adult admission, $15 Kids 11 and under free with paid adult; 67th Annual Gem Show MOHS 6-7: Family-friendly, youth booth with hands-on activities, fluorescent display, mineral and rock identification, exhibits, demonstrations, free Nebraska gem dig, and dealers with all your hobby needs - rocks, slabs, minerals, fossils, jewelry, gemstones and tools; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: james.marburger@outlook.com; Website: http://www.lincolngemmineralclub.org 3-4—CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA: Annual show; Cedar Valley Rocks & Minerals Society; Hawkeye Downs, 4400 6th Street SW; Sat. 8:30-6, Sun. 9:30-4; Donations requested. $3 adults over 18, $1 12-18, Under 12 free; "Geodes" is our theme this year. We will have program speakers, door prizes, silent auction, raffle, children and family activities, 30 vendors, demonstrations, displays, dinosaur exhibit, fluorescent mineral display, and more. Don't forget to bring your rocks or minerals for identification; contact Marv Houg, (319) 350-9435; Email: m_houg@yahoo.com; Website: https://cedarvalleyrockclub.org 9-11—CHILLIWACK, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; British Columbia Lapidary Society; Chilliwack Heritage Park, 44140 Luckakuck Way; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, students (ages 6-17) $2, under 6 free with paying adult; The British Columbia Lapidary Society hosts the BC Gem Show each year, bringing together rock and mineral enthusiasts, collectors, families, and curious visitors for a weekend of discovery and fun. Explore rocks, minerals, gems, fossils, jewelry, and lapidary materials from knowledgeable vendors; contact Esther Batycki, (778) 838-4111; Email: executive.secretary@bclapidary.com 10-11—MARION, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Southern Illinois Earth Science Club, Inc; Pavilion of the City of Marion, 1602 Sioux Drive; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $2, Children 18 and Under Free; Educational exhibits, door prizes, silent auctions, raffle, rock identification, dealers and more; contact Michael Chontofalsky, (618) 367-0046; Email: chontofalsky@att.net; Website: siesclub.org 10-11—MARIPOSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mariposa Gem and Mineral Club; Mariposa County Fairgrounds, 5007 Fairgrounds Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for adults, kids 14 and under are free, parking is free; This is our 32nd annual show and will feature a large number of vendors with gems, minerals, rough material, jewelry, and other rock-related items. Additionally, we will have a large raffle, silent auction, and geode cutting; contact Meredith Meehan; Email: mgmc@sti.net; Website: https://mariposagemclub.org/mountains-of-minerals-show/ 17-18—BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Northwest Arkansas Gem & Mineral Society; NW Arkansas Armed Forces Reserve Center, 6800 SW Minuteman Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adult suggested donation $5, children under 10 free, active military and military children free all weekend, veterans free Sunday; Gem, mineral and jewelry Spring Show, gem sluice, live demonstrations, silent auctions, rock identification table, wide variety of vendors and materials; contact NWA Rockhound; Email: nwarockhounds@gmail.com; Website: nwarockhounds.com 17-18—THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Conejo Gem & Mineral Club; Borchard Community Center, Newbury Park, 190 N. Reino Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Exhibits by club members of rocks/mineral collections and lapidary; Vendors of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; a silent auction of rocks and minerals in the rough/polished and fossils; demonstrators of lapidary work; a youth room with games and prizes; a plant sale; and a free hourly raffle; contact Karen J Abrahams, (805) 908-1428; Email: karenjabrahams@gmail.com; Website: www.CGAMC.org 23-25—SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS: Annual show; MAPS Mid America Paleontological Society; Illinois State Fair Grounds, James Orr Building, 66 4 H Road; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 8-5, Sun. 8-12; Free Admission; Silent auctions Friday through Sunday. Live auction Saturday afternoon. Paleontology talks are/scheduled through the weekend; contact Thomas Williams, Show Chair, (815) 228-5083; Email: paleotom234@comcast.net; Website: midamericapaleo.org 23-25—WICHITA, KANSAS: Annual show; Wichita Gem and Mineral Society; Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults-$5; Youth 13-17-$1; Children 12 and under free with an adult; The show features dealers from across the U.S. Many activities for children, including Education Day on Friday for local school children. Dollar-off coupon on the website; contact Gene Maggard, (316) 742-3746; Email: gandpmaggard@gmail.com; Website: wichitagemandmineralsociety.org 24-25—EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Eau Claire County Expo Center, 5530 Lorch Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Silent auction, door prizes, kids' crafts & activities, identify your rock; fluorescent minerals & rock collections; demonstrations - creating rock spheres, wire wrap jewelry & rock knapping; shopping - jewelry, gemstones, mineral specimens, agates & geodes, fossils, rock art & so much more; contact Paul Tubbs, (715) 834-5747; Email: CVGMS2017@gmail.comMay 2027 1-2—ROTHSCHILD, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Heart of WI Gem & Mineral Society; Central Wisconsin Convention & Expo Center, 10101 Market St; Sun. 10-5, Sat. 10-4; Free admission; contact Kim Aschbrenner, (715) 212-4238; Email: moonstonemystics@gmail.com; Website: heartofwisconsinrocks.com 1-2—HAMILTON, OHIO: Annual show; Cincinnati Mineral Society and Dry Dredgers; Butler County Fairgrounds, 1715 Fairgrove Ave; Fri. 10-5, daily 11-5; Adults $15 per day or $24 both days, Kids $5, 4H and Scouts Free; Retail and wholesale dealers, displays, education center, geode cracking, mineral and fossil ID, free mineral collection for kids. Scout merit badge assistance. Free parking. The theme is mineral and fossil oddities. This is our 62 show; contact Judy Budnik, (513) 575-1990; Email: wisoh@msn.com; Website: www.geofair.com 7-8—FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Franklin Gem & Mineral Society; Robert C. Carpenter Community Building, 1288 Georgia Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6; $3 Adults, $2 Seniors, Kids under 16 free; contact Franklin Gem & Mineral Society, (828) 369-7831; Email: membershipFGMS@gmail.com; Website: fgmm.org 15-16—NORTH OLMSTED, OHIO: Annual show; Parma Lapidary Club; North Olmsted Soccer Sportsplex, 31515 Lorain Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $6, Under 12 and Scouts in uniform, Free; Sunday Free -- veterans and active military; 58th Annual Show. Over 35 vendors, featuring gems, minerals, fossils, lapidary supplies and rough, finished jewelry, beads, crystals, demonstrations. Free Parking; contact Ruth Sholtis-Furyes; Email: showchair@parmalapidaryclub.com; Website: www.parmalapidaryclub.com 22-23—COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO: Annual show; North Idaho Mineral Club; Kootenai County Fairgrounds, Jacklin Building, 4056 N Government Way; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $6 per day for adults, Kids 12 & under free with paying adult, $5 for seniors and military; The 66th annual show will host over 30 venders offering beads, crystals, fossils, precious and semi-precious gems, jewelry, minerals, lapidary equipment and more! There will be raffles, door prizes, a kid’s corner, silent auction, and many other attractions; contact Mike McConnell; Email: micker4749@gmail.com; Website: https://www.northidahomineralclub.org/June 2027 18-20—BIG PINEY, WYOMING: Annual show; Sublette County Rock Hounds; Sublette County Fairgrounds, Event Center, 10937 Hwy 189; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-3; $3 13-59; free under 12 and 60+; Field trips, demonstrators, vendors, exhibits, kids’ activities, and food concessions on-site. Mr. Bones, the dinosaur puppeteer, will be stalking the aisles! There will be vendors with opals, Wyoming jade, jewelry, rough rock, slabs, cabochons, beads, fossils, specimens, and jewelry-making supplies; contact Jim Gray, (307) 260-6442; Email: jimgray@wyoming.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/167235855132172 19-20—ASHLAND, NEBRASKA: Rock and Mineral SWAP; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Beer Family Farm, 18701 Ashland Road; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; $3 for adults; kids 15 and under are free, parking is free; Family-friendly rock swap, mineral and gem vendors, free youth gem dig, and activity passports. Vendor sign-up will be posted in Spring 2027 on our website. We hope to see you there; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: james.marburger@outlook.com; Website: https://www.lincolngemmineralclub.org/ 25-27—BEDFORD, INDIANA: Annual show; Lawrence County Rock Club; Lawrence County Fairgrounds, 11265 US-50; Fri. 10-6:30, Sat. 9-6:30, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; 62nd Annual Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show. A wide variety of gems, jewelry, beads, minerals, fossils, rocks, lapidary equipment and supplies, rockhound & prospecting supplies, 4-H project and science project material. A fun, interesting and educational experience for all ages; contact Scott Winters, (812) 929-5367; Website: lawnrencecountyrockclub.orgJuly 2027 2-4—CRIPPLE CREEK, COLORADO: Annual show; Lake George Gem & Mineral Club; Cripple Creek District Museum, 5th & Bennett Ave; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Eighteen vendors with local specimens, an auction, and more; contact Carol Kinate, (719) 648-9015; Email: kinatec@aol.com; Website: www.lggmclub.org 10-11—TULSA, OKLAHOMA: Annual show; Tulsa Rock and Mineral Society; Exchange Center at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 for Adults, Kids 12 and under admitted free with paid adult, First responders and military admitted free with ID, Scouts in uniform free; Show highlights include rocks, minerals, jewelry, fossils, a fluorescent room, beads, crystals, a touch and feel table, working exhibits, displays, silent auction, door prizes and a free kids’ zone; contact Martha Rongey, (918) 230-1094; Email: info@tulsarockandmineralsociety.org; Website: https://tulsarockandmineralsociety.org/ 22-25—FAIRPLAY, COLORADO: Annual show; El Chivo Viejo; Fairplay River Park Event Site, 200 Platt Dr; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free admission and parking; Outdoor Show; contact Jay Penn, (505) 883-4195; Email: amypenn246@gmail.com; Website: abqfallshow.wixsite.com/fairplay 24-25—FREDERIC, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Indianhead Gem & Mineral Society; Frederic High School Gym, 1437 Clam Falls Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Door prizes; demonstrations of cabbing, faceting, flint knapping & sphere making; agates, minerals, fossils, gems & jewelry on display and for sale. Lunch and snacks available by the 4-H Club; contact Roy Wickman, (715) 357-3223August 2027 21-22—RICE 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 and 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 28-29—ELK MOUND, WISCONSIN: Rock Swap Meet & Sale; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Town of Wheaton Ball Parks, 3900 38th Street; Sat. 8-4, Sun. 8-4; Free; Vendor Spots - 25' x 25' - $20 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; Website: CVGMS2017@gmail.comSeptember 2027 18-19—AMANA, IOWA: Annual Auction; Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society; Amana RV Park and Event Center, 3850 C Street; Sat. 9-7, Sun. 9-3; Free Admission; We auction over 1200 flats of material and machinery related to lapidary. Viewing hours on Friday evening from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.m, Saturday at 7:30 a.m., and Sunday at 8:00 a.m. Hot food and camping available. Check our website for more information and list of items to be sold; contact Marv Houg, (319) 350-9435; Email: m_houg@yahoo.com; Website: https://cedarvalleyrockclub.orgOctober 2027 1-3—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; El Chivo Viejo; Expo NM Creative Arts Bldg, 300 San Pedro NE; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission; Expo NM State Fairgrounds: Enter at Gate 3 @ San Pedro and Copper. 70 dealers, mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads; contact Amy Penn, (505) 203-1900; Email: amypenn246@gmail.com; Website: http://showabq.com 2-3—JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN: Show and sale; Rock River Valley Geological Society; Jefferson County Fair Park Activity Center, 503 N. Jackson Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Will Offering; Mineral, fossil, gemstone, and jewelry dealers. Demonstrations of lapidary arts and jewelry creation. Children's activity area. Rock and mineral information area; contact Steven Streich, (608) 655-1011; Email: srockshop@gmail.com; Website: www.stevensrockshop.com 15-17—FORT WAYNE, INDIANA: Annual show; Three Rivers Gem and Mineral Society; Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Ages 12 and up: $5; Show Theme: “Mineral Mayhem” Gems, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Kids Games, Silent Auction and More; contact Bev Jenkins, (260) 701-0312; Email: threeriversgem@gmail.com; Website: www.threeriversgemandmineral.comNovember 2027 6-7—NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Show and sale; New York Mineralogical Club; Metropolitan Pavilion, 5th Floor, 123 West 18th Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; $15 for both days; The oldest gem and jewelry show in New York City. Lots of favorite dealers. Retail and wholesale dealers. Hourly door prizes; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: www.barygems.com |