Rock & Gem Show Dates

 
 

December 2025

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

20-20SUTHERLIN, OREGON: Annual show; Gemstones of the Americas; Sutherlin Senior Center, 202 E Central Ave; Sat. 9-5; Free for everyone; Rough gemstones, faceted gemstones, lapidary rough, specimens, jewelry, gold and silver, tumbles, geodes, crystals and much, much more! Plus speak to our on-site jeweler and craft a custom piece of jewelry from one of our many loose stones; contact Trent, (541) 670-8192; Website: Gemoftheamericas.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

9-11ST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA: Retail show; Jerri Heer; St Petersburg Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave N; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Military, Veterans, 1st Responders $4, Teens $4, Children 12 and under Free; 15,000 square feet of fabulous vendors of Jewelry, gems, minerals, beads, fossils and so much more. Presented in St Petersburg's most historic building: The Coliseum. Door Prizes, Free Parking, Concessions; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: Hrgemshows.com

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/

17-18EXETER, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Tule Gem and Mineral Society; Exeter Veterans Memorial Building, 324 N Kaweah Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; contact Malinda Hoskins, (559) 786-6147; Email: mmbhoskins@gmail.com; Website: http://www.tulegem.com/

17-18DELAND, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tomoka Gem & Mineral Society; Volusia County Fairgrounds, 3150 E New York Ave, Tommy Lawrence Arena; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 per adult, kids 12 and under free; Go to tomokagem.org to get $1 off coupon. Demos, kids' activities, silent auction, door prizes, and free parking; contact Mary DeJan, (386) 871-6221; Email: tomokagmsvendor@gmail.com; Website: tomokagem.org

17-18FREDRICKSBURG, 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

18-18LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Mid-Winter Rock Swap; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Lincoln Firefighters Reception Hall, 241 Victory Lane (off Sun Valley Blvd); Sun. 11-5; Adult $3, 15 and under free; Buy, Sell or Trade. Cash and Credit Cards. Fossils, Rocks, Jewelry, Minerals, Lapidary Supplies, and Equipment. Family-friendly. Food Truck on site. Help the Lincoln Food Bank and bring canned items. All Swapper Spaces filled; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: james.marburger@outlook.com; Website: www.lincolngemmineralclub.org

January 2026-February 2026

28-8TUCSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; JOGS International Exhibits; Tucson Expo Center, 550 E. Irvington Road; daily 10-6; Must be 14+ to attend; The JOGS Tucson Gem & Jewelry Show is one of North America’s largest gem, jewelry, and mineral events, hosting 400+ exhibitors and 50,000 buyers from around the world; contact Yelena, (213) 629-3030; Email: info@jogsshow.com; Website: www.jogsshow.com

February 2026

6-8JASPER, TEXAS: Annual show; My Booth Rocks /Jasper Chamber of Commerce; Jasper Auction House, 324 W Gibson; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 11-5; Free; Rock and gem extravaganza show. Come be amazed. Friday is setup day; contact Brian Kupiec, (936) 306-5688; Email: Pipelayer413@yahoo.com; Website: myboothrocks.com

7-8TYLER, TEXAS: Show and sale; Stone Crystals; Rose Garden Center, 402 Rose Park Dr; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 Adults $1, students scouts in uniform free; Gemstones, minerals, fossils, jewelry vendors, geode cracking, family-oriented show; contact Keith Harmon, TX, (903) 316-2967; Email: keithharmon19@gmail.com

13-15SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; General admission $7, Free for children under 12 years old; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, unique gifts from around the world & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Free parking; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

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

20-22COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; General admission $7, Free for children under 12 years old; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, unique gifts from around the world & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-83; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

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/

21-22LAYTON, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival; Davis Conference Center, 1651 N 700 W; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free Admission; Explore our new Educational Hall, Classes, Workshops and more! There are so many reasons to come and play at the Crystal Festival this February! Free and open to the entire family! Crystal Festival - A Rocks, Minerals, Gems, & Crystal Show; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalBarista.com

21-22MAPLE RIDGE, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Maple Ridge Lapidary Club; Albion Community Center, 24165 104 Ave; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; Admission by donation; Displays, vendors, live auction, demonstrations, crack a Geode, spin and win; contact Walt Pinder; Email: wpinder1@gmail.com; Website: www.mapleridgelapidaryclub.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

27-1GOLDEN, COLORADO: Annual show; Denver Gem and Mineral Guild; Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W 6th Ave; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission; Featuring: Gems, Books, Displays, Fossils, Minerals, Sculptures, Geodes, Demonstrations, Jewelry, Crystals, Kids' Activities and much more! OVER 25 SELLERS; contact Sandra Lucero; Email: mineralguild@gmail.com; Website: https://denvergem.org/

27-1DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; General admission $7, Free admission for children under 12 years old; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, unique gifts from around the world & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Save on parking; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

28-1NEWARK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; East Bay Mineral and Lapidary Club; Newark Pavilion, 6430 Thornton Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $8 Adults, Kids under 12 Free, Seniors free on Sunday; 40+ Dealers selling: Rocks • Gemstones • Minerals • Fossils • Crystals • Cabochons • Faceted Stones • Jewelry • Beads • Supplies. Show includes: Exhibits, Demonstrations, Gem Identification, Kids’ Spinning Wheel, Door Prizes, Geode Splitting, Live Auction; contact Debra Gilmore, (510) 353-3787; Email: treasurer@ebml.club; Website: www.ebml.club/Gem-Show/

28-1JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Mississippi Gem and Mineral Society; Mississippi Trademart, State Fairgrounds, 1207 Mississippi St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; Adults $8, Students $3, Scouts $2, Under 5 free; Annual Show - Live demos, kids games, daily lapidary demonstrations, display cases, vendors and much more; contact Ken Echols, (601) 214-1272; Email: mgmsshow@missgems.org; Website: missgems.org

28-1VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Vallejo Gem and Mineral Society; McCormick Hall on Solano County Fairgrounds, 900 Fairgrounds Drive; 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

April 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

18-19BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Northwest Arkansas Gem & Mineral Society; NW Ark. Armed Forces Reserve Center (the Armory), 6800 SW Minuteman St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults, $5, Children under 10 free with adult. Scouts and Military in uniform free; New Location, More Dealers! Gem Sluice Trailer on site, educational exhibits and demonstrations, silent auction, hourly door prizes; contact DeLane Cox, (479) 254-0894; Email: delanec3@earthlink.net

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

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

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

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

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

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

May 2026

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, Rt. 1; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; General admission $7; $6 with copy of ad/coupon; Children under 12 free; free parking; contact Joe Weisberg, (781) 861-6653; Email: northshorerockandmineral@gmail.com; Website: www.northshorerock.org

2-3MONROE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Everett Rock & Gem Club; Everegreen State Fairgrounds, 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

July 2026-August 2026

31-2CREEDE, COLORADO: Annual show; Creede & Mineral County Chamber of Commerce; 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

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

29-30ELK MOUND, WISCONSIN: Rock Swap Meet & Sale; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Town of Wheaton Ball Parks, 3900 38th Street; Sat. 8-4, Sun. 8-4; Free; Vendor Spots - 20' x 40' - $25.00 per day. Gems, Minerals & Rock Related Equipment. Make payment the dates of the show. Payable to: Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society. Rain or Shine! Something for everyone! Shop & Swap. No Overnight Camping. Food & drinks available for purchase; contact Paul Tubbs, (715) 834-5747; Email: CVGMS2017@gmail.com

September 2026

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

12-13AMANA, 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

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

October 2026

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

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

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

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