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October 2025
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18-19—SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Santa Rosa Mineral and Gem Society; Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Hall, 1351 Maple Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $8 general admission, kids under 12 are free, kids area is $5; Browse & purchase crystals, jewelry & minerals from west coast vendors to support our non-profit. See fluorescent minerals. Learn about Rockhounding and lapidary art. The kids center is not to be missed by our younger crowd; contact Victoria; Email: Santarosarockshow2@gmail.com; Website: http://www.srmgs.org/
18-19—PORT ST. LUCIE, FLORIDA: Annual show; St. Lucie County Rock & Gem Club; Midflorida Event Center, 9221 S.E. Civic Center Place; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, children with an adult: Free; Custom-designed, handcrafted jewelry, gemstones, beads, rocks, minerals, slabs, tools & supplies, raffles. For additional information visit our website at slcrockandgem.org; contact Meri Jo Theobald, (772) 462-6597; Email: slclubshow2023@aol.com; Website: Slcrockandgem.org
18-19—BRISTOL, CONNECTICUT: Annual show; Bristol Gem and Mineral Club; Bristol Community and Senior Center, 240 Stafford Ave; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Children under 12 Free; contact Michael Zagielski, (860) 997-3350; Email: mzagielski@comcast.net; Website: www.bristolgem.org
18-19—CRANBROOK, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Cranbrook Rock & Lapidary Club; Colombo Lodge, 2550 8th Avenue South; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Under 12 Free; Entry fee includes a draw for a guided fossil hunting trip for four in the Canadian Rockies; contact Guy Santucci, (250) 919-2441; Email: gsantucci@telus.net
18-19—DES MOINES, IOWA: Annual show; Des Moines Lapidary Society; Iowa State Fairgrounds – Elwell Family Food Center, 3000 E Grand Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Admission $6, Children 12 & Under Free and Free Parking; This event is family friendly, with children’s activities, speakers, demonstrations, displays, and much more to see. 20+ Vendors from across the United States; contact Show Committee; Website: http://dmlapidary.org/Shows-Swaps/Our-Shows
18-19—SEDONA, ARIZONA: Annual show; Sedona Gem and Mineral Club; Sedona Red Rock HS, Hwy 89A at Upper Red Rock Loop Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5 Children 12 & Under Free; Annual Rock, Gem and Jewelry Show. 45 vendors with specimens, rough and finished rock and many types of jewelry and supplies. Kids adventure to collect 12 different rock specimens throughout the show; contact Mark Moorehead, (928) 274-4450; Email: fifthestate23@gmail.com; Website: sedonagemandmineral.org
18-19—ORANGE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; American Opal Society; Velvet Rose Event Center, 300 S. Flower St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, seniors $5, Students free with ID children under 15 free; Opal and Gem Dealers from around the USA and Australia; Rough and Cut Opals, other gemstones, jewelry & supplies.Prize Drawing Grand Prize by Stan McCall Custom Creative Gem Cutting and many other prizes. Free Demonstrations: gemstone cutting, jewelry making, faceting, opal cutting; contact Veronica Purpura, (714) 501-9959; Email: info@opalsociety.org; Website: www.facebook.com/AmericanOpalSociety/
24-26—PEARBLOSSOM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Pearblossom Gem Show; Outdoor Venue @ The Outpost, 34141 116th St E; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Find everything from gems, minerals, fossils, opals, geodes, crystals, jewelry, lapidary tools & supplies, crafts, food, etc. Vendor fee is $15 a day – $45 for the whole weekend; contact Rocks Rocks Rocks; Email: ksandahl24@gmail.com; Website: https://www.instagram.com/pearblossomgemshow/
24-26—SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com
24-26—GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Southeastern Mineral Specimens; Greenville Shrine Club & Event Center, 119 Beverly Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $10 Adults, kids 12 and under free! Admission good for all three days, free parking; New venue! Open to the public, this show brings together two dozen professional dealers, who will have all manner of items of geological origin available for purchase! Great for parents and kids looking for something to do, or for shop owners needing inventory; contact Mark, (706) 296-9467; Email: mepwoods@bellsouth.net; Website: www.imineral.net
24-26—OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA: Annual show; Oklahoma Mineral & Gem Society; OKC State Fair Park – Modern Living Building, 608 Kiamichi Place; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Under 12 – Free, All others $8; Come see and purchase treasures from the Earth. 40 vendors will be offering minerals, crystals, gems, fossils, artisan jewelry, rough rock and tools. See door prizes, silent auction items, exhibits and demonstrations. A great children’s area and a room full of fluorescent minerals can be found; contact Douglas Pollitt; Email: douglas.pollitt@yahoo.com; Website: omgs-minerals.org
25-26—CUYAHOGA 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; Admission: Adults $6, seniors (55+) & Students $5, Children (7-14) $1, scouts in uniform free; 38 quality vendors. Gemboree!! Demonstrations, silent auction & children’s activities. Mineral id throughout the day. Wheelchair accessible, food trucks both days and credit cards acceptable for admissions; Contact: Evelyn Tryon, (330) 673-9664; Email: Gemboree76@gmail.com (vendor chair); Website: summitlapidaryclub.com/gemboree or Cathy @ slcmembershipchair@gmail.com (Show chairman);
25-26—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Sacramento Mineral Society; Sacramento Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 6151 H. Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $8, Under 12: Free; Bring the whole family to explore a wide variety of vendors, demonstrations, games, activities, & crafts for all ages! Featuring: The Pop-up Science Museum – Sponsored by the Scottish Rite. Science Teacher Jones brings his mobile museum indoors with real dinosaur bones, fossils, & UV minerals; contact Glenda Green & Alyssa Meiszinger, (916) 662-5819; Email: gemshow@sacramentomineralsociety.org; Website: https://sacgemshow.com
25-26—CRANSTON, RHODE ISLAND: Annual show; Rhode Island Mineral Hunters 52 Annual; Scottish Rite Valley of Providence, 2115 Broad St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 Admission Children under 12 free; Mineral & Fossil Dealers, Mineral Identification, Gemstones, Fine Jewelry, UV Fluorescent Display, Educational Exhibits, Kids Activities, and Grand Prizes, Free parking; contact Dante Caprara, (401) 269-6753; Email: dlcjr8@cox.net; Website: RIMH.org
25-26—CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA: Retail show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr N; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Donation Jar; contact Martha Miss, (651) 303-7122; Email: martha@rock-biz.biz
25-26—EVANSVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; Evansville Lapidary Society; C.K. Newsome Ctr, 100 E Walnut St #1; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 per adult, Kids 12 and under free; A discounted two-day pass is available prior to the show. Please contact the Evansville Lapidary Society in advance of the show to purchase; contact Nancy Dassel, (812) 425-4367; Email: evansvillelapidary1304@gmail.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/EvansvilleLapidarySocietyInc/
25-26—PORT MOODY, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Port Moody Rock & Gem Club; Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Admission by Donation; Displays, dealers, activities for the kids; contact Andrew Danneffel; Email: rock.show@portmoody.rocks; Website: https://www.portmoody.rocks
31-2—EUREKA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Humboldt Gem and Mineral Society (HGMS); Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $5, Kids 6-12: $1 Kids under 5: Free; 71st Annual Show – Geode cutting, live demos, kids games, silent auction, daily lapidary demonstrations, rock dining table, display cases, vendors and much more; contact Scott Ferriman, 707-407-7219; Website: https://humboldtgemandmineral.weebly.com/
November 2025
1-2—RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Indian Wells Gem and Mineral Society; Ridgecrest Desert Empire Fairgrounds, 520 South Richmond Road; Sat. 9-5:30, Sun. 9-5:30; Free admission and parking; Club Jasper claim tour on Sunday, Silent auction, geode cutting, member displays, vendors, see the website for additional information; contact Charles Hattendorf IWGMS VP; Email: chair2@plrt.info; Website: iwgms.org
1-2—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Show and sale; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds Pavilion Building, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; https://www.facebook.com/GrantsPassRockClub; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: https://www.roguegemandgeology.org/
1-2—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; San Diego Mineral & Gem Society; Liberty Station Conference Center, 2600 Laning Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking. Service Animals only; Free Gem & Mineral ID, 29 dealers, >20 exhibits, demonstrations, kids educational tables, gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, rough, slabs, cut stones, jewelry, and plenty more; contact LuAnn Benton, (858) 945-4762; Email: luannz@att.net; Website: sdmg.org
1-2—OAKS, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; Greater Philadelphia EXPO Center, Hall D, 100 Station Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; 1-Day Adults – $7, 2-Day Adults – $11, Children under 12 years – $1, adult discount coupon or online sales $5, Boy and Girl Scouts in uniform with adult Scoutmaster admitted free; 56th Annual GEMARAMA, hosted by Tuscarora Lapidary Society, features vendors, as well as exhibit cases and a large demonstration area where visitors can view stone cutting, jewelry making, wire wrapping, beading, chain making and more. Kids activities available. Free parking and food available; contact Linda Green; Email: tuscaroralapidary@gmail.com; Website: www.lapidary.org
1-2—RALSTON, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Nebraska Mineral and Gem Club, Inc; Liberty First Credit Union Arena, 7300 Q St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, 12-18 and Seniors over 55 $4, under 12 free with paying adult; Demonstrations & Dealers, Kids Activities, Displays. Check out the Gems & Jewelry, Fossils & Specimens, Collectibles & Gift Items, Rough rock Slabs & Lapidary Materials, Rock paintings & Carvings. Check out the Silent auction and Rock Pile for bargains. Proceeds are used for our scholarship fund; contact Tammy Jeanneret, (402) 209-0747; Email: tjeanneret6515@gmail.com; Website: nerockgem.org
1-2—BREWER, MAINE: Annual show; Penobscot Mineral and Lapidary Club; Joseph L Ferris Community Center, 318 Wilson St; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $3 adults, kids under 12 free; contact Alvin Theriault, (207) 528-3077; Email: alvintheriault@yahoo.com; Website: www.facebook.com/PenobscotMineralandLapidaryClub/
1-2—STURTEVANT, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Racine Geological Society; Fountain Banquet Hall, 8505 Durand Ave. (Hwy 11); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Freewill Donation; Minerals, fossils, gemstones and jewelry dealers, large club silent auction, exhibits and door prizes; contact John Lowman, (262) 989-9193; Email: lowman.john@sbcglobal.net; Website: https://racinegeologicalsociety.weebly.com
7-8—HURRICANE, UTAH: Annual show; Antonella Townsend; Washington County Legacy Park, 5500 W 700 S; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7; Free admission; 11th Annual Southern Utah Rock and Gem Show! Join us for an exciting weekend celebrating 11 years of rock, fossil, and gem discoveries! Whether you’re a passionate rockhound or just looking for a fun time; contact Antonella Townsend, (435) 609-9265; Email: antonellalr1976@gmail.com
7-9—GRAY, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Kingsport Gems & Minerals Club; Appalachian Fairgrounds, Building # 1, 100 Lakeview Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; $3 for adults, $1 for students, children 6 and under free; contact Robert G. Morgan, (423) 956-9486; Email: morganjewellry@msn.com
7-9—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 adults, seniors, kids over 10; Dino Dig for kids. Youth section with games and touch specimens. Scout merit badge program. More than 40 dealers; contact Scott Singleton; Email: fossilwood@comcast.net; Website: https://hgms.org/
7-9—EUGENE, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Lane Events Center, 796 W 13th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com
7-9—LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Annual show; Southern Nevada Gem and Mineral Society; Santa Fe Station Casino, 4949 N Rancho Dr; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $10 per Adults, Children under 12 and Society Members Free; The SNGMS Annual Show is open to the public with free parking and handicapped accessible. 65 vendors offer gems, minerals, cabs, slabs, jewelry, and a unique assortment of hand-made rock related art. Included are special exhibitors, free lectures , demonstrations and a Jr. Education area; contact Andrea Packo; Email: sngmsshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.snvgms.org
7-9—DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $10 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointgemshow.com
8-8—MIAMI, ARIZONA: Show and sale; Gila County Gem & Mineral Society; Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum Lawn, 150 Plaza Circle; Sat. 9-2; Free Admission; Vendors selling a variety of gems, minerals, jewelry, rocks and more. Wheel of Fortune. Visit with rockhounds & jewelry makers! Popcorn & beverages for purchase. Gila Hog’s BBQ Food Truck will be on site. Interested in being a vendor – 8-foot table space $10 each; contact Beverly Hawkins, (928) 363-0345; Email: gilagem.shows; Website: https://gilagem.org/
8-9—AMARILLO, TEXAS: Annual Show; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society; Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission – $5, Free admission with ID for First Responders, Military, Uniformed Scouts & Children Under 12; 63rd Annual Show! Vendors offering gem and mineral products, rough gems, raw mineral specimens, crystals, fossils, fine jewelry, lapidary, educational demos, flint napping, exhibits, kids area, raffles, door prizes and silent auctions and more; Contact Kassidy Barlow; Email: Kassidy.gsgmts@outlook.com; Website: https://amarillotreasureclub.org
8-9—MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Annual show; Canaveral Mineral & Gem Society; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for adults, Kids under 13 free; contact Ed Kinberg, (321) 223-6375; Email: paradeofgems.melbourne@gmail.com; Website: www.canaveral-mgs.com/
8-9—LAKE HAVASU CITY, ARIZONA: Annual show; Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society; Aquatic Center, 100 Park Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $5 under 12 free; 55th Annual Gem & Mineral Show – The show features minerals, fossils, rocks, gems, and jewelry. Geode cracking, door prizes, and raffles. Food available. Family fun; contact Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society, (928) 733-6270; Email: lakehavasugmsociety@gmail.com; Website: lakehavasugms.com
8-9—BELLEROSE, NEW YORK: Show and sale; New York Gems, Jewelry And Mineral Show; Metropolitan Pavilion, 5 Th FL 115 W 18th Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Entry Ticket $15 for the two days; The Oldest Gem, Jewelry & Mineral Show in New York City Sponsored by the New York Mineralogical Club Lots of your Favorite Dealer’s Retail and Whole Sale Hourly Door Prizes; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com
8-9—FREEPORT, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Northwest Illinois Rock Club; Eagles Club #679, 1200 West Galena Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Admission is Free. Goodwill donation appreciated; Many vendors selling wide range of gems, fossils, minerals, rock specimens, jewelry, and more. Kid’s Area and activities for kids. Big geode cracking area. Buy and crack your own geode to take home with you. Free demonstrations of gem tree making, flint knapping, jewelry wrapping, & lapidary; contact Brian Green; Email: NWILRockClub@gmail.com; Website: https://nwilrockclubfrpt.blogspot.com/
14-16—PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave SW; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com
14-16—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Show and sale; Treasures of the Earth; North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $8 for adults, 16 and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, there will be wire-wrappers who can design custom jewelry and wrap stones on site; contact Ellen White, (757) 641-2124; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com
14-16—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 Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; $6, Discount coupon on website; children 12 and under and Veterans free; New Friday hours; two wholesale rooms; Demonstrations; contact Teresa Schwab, (301) 807-9745; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com
15-16—LAYTON, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival – A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show; Davis Conference Center, 1651 N 700 W; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; This family friendly and free event is packed with fun! Come meet mine owners, authors, lapidary artists, crystal healers, readers, and more! We will have a children’s geology scavenger hunt, hands-on displays, scout presentations and rock-related date nights! Save the date and we’ll see there; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org
15-16—FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Show and sale; Fort Worth Gem and Mineral Club; Will Rogers Memorial Center/Roundup Inn, 3401 W Lancaster St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7, Seniors, Students $5, Kids 12 & under free; Over 25 vendors will have everything from rough material to high-end finished jewelry; contact Glenda Bradley; Email: fwgmc.info@gmail.com
21-23—COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Columbia Gem and Mineral Society; Jamil Temple, 206 Jamil Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; $7; Children 12 and under free with adult; military and dependents free with ID; contact Angela Valvasori, (803) 419-2923; Email: treasurer@cgms.rocks; Website: cgms.rocks
21-23—CRESTWOOD, KENTUCKY: Annual show; KYANA Geological Society; Camp Crestwood, 7206 Clore Lane; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; Free Admission & Parking; Fossils, Handmade Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Minerals; contact Cathy Toebbe; Email: ctoebbe1@gmail.com; Website: https://www.kyanageo.org/
21-23—HILLSBORO, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire; Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com
21-23—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Cobb County Gem and Mineral Society; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway SE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; Hourly door prizes. Amazing rocks, crystals, gemstones, minerals, and fossils from all over the world! Beautiful selection of beads, unique jewelry and jewelry-making supplies. Over 30 dealers. We’ll have geode cracking, silent auctions, grab bags, lapidary demonstrations, and exhibits; contact Jim Haege, (770) 689-9376; Email: showchair@ccgms.org; Website: www.ccgms.org
22-23—WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Annual show; The Gem & Mineral Society of the Palm Beaches; South Florida Fairgrounds, EXPO Center East, 9067 Southern Blvd; Sat 9-6, Sun 10-5; Adult – $11, Children under 12 – Free, 2-Day Pass – $16; Free parking; 58th Annual Show, weekend before Thanksgiving; 90 amazing vendors, educational demonstrations, exhibits and speaker presentations, silent auction and hourly prize drawings; Contact Show Chair: Arlene Lazzaro, 516-810-3495 or via email: President@gmspb.org; Website: https://gmspb.org/
22-23—MADISON, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Madison Gem & Mineral Club; Alliant Energy Center in Exhibition Hall, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-5; $4 adult entry, free kids 12 & under, $8 on-site parking; Pan for gold and sapphire, silent auctions, door prizes, special mineral and jewelry exhibits; contact Nevin Franke; Email: publicity@madisonrockclub.org; Website: www.madisonrockclub.org/
22-23—FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Annual show; Northern Virginia Mineral Club Inc; Johnson Center – George Mason University Campus, Fairfax, VA; Sat 10-6, Sun 10-4; Admission: $6 Adults, $4 Seniors (65+), $3 Teens (13-17), Free admission to children under 12 (accompanied by an adult), Free admission to Scouts in Uniform and to GMU Students, Faculty & Staff; 33rd Annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show – Approximately 20 dealers with Gems, Minerals & Fossils for sale. Features: Demonstrations, Exhibits, Kids Activities and Door Prizes. Sponsored by the Dept of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Earth Sciences at GMU. Parking: https://novamineralclub.org/showparking; Website: www.novamineralclub.org
22-23—BREMERTON, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Kitsap Mineral & Gem Society; Kitsap Fairgrounds and Events Center, Presidents Hall, 1250 Fairgrounds Rd NW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission; Come to our annual Fall Festival of Gems! Kitsap Mineral and Gem Society is proud to present our annual show once again. Come for family fun, a silent auction, juniors’ activities, demos, vendors and so much more! For over 85 years, we have been a club, and for nearly 40, we have been hosting a show; contact Danielle Foss; Email: kmgsfallshow@gmail.com; Website: www.kmgsrockclub.com
22-23—LAKESIDE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; El Cajon Valley Gem and Mineral Society; Lakeside Rodeo Grounds, 12584 Mapleview St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free Admission and Parking; Gems, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Beads and Craft Vendors. Free Gem & Mineral Identification. Huge Raffle, Food Booth & Kids Activities. Fun for the whole family; contact Palmer J Taskerud, (619) 729-7904; Email: palmer.taskerud@cox.net; Website: ecvgms.org
22-23—MESQUITE, TEXAS: Annual show; Dallas Gem and Mineral Show; Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Dr; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults-8, kids under 12-4, family of 4-20, Vets-Teachers-over 65-5, Scouts in Uniforms-Free. Get QR code for free parking; contact Diana Case, (214) 349-2022; Email: dgmscontracts@yahoo.com; Website: dallasgemandmineral.org
22-23—TOLEDO, OHIO: Show and sale; Northwest Ohio Rockhounds; St James Lutheran Church, 4727 Sylvania Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Free admission; Free Kid’s Activities Rock Identification, Geode Cracking, Mineral Specimens, and Fossils. Slab, Rough, and Polished Materials Handmade Jewelry and Crafts Decorative Art and more; contact Suzanne Shimatzki, (419) 376-2650; Email: sshimatzki@gmail.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/NWORockhounds/
29-30—WICKENBURG, ARIZONA: Annual show; Wickenburg AZ Gem & Mineral Society; Hassayampa Elementary School, 195 E Coconino St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free for Everyone; This show is packed with vendors inside and outside! Over 30 knowledgeable vendors. Free door prizes at each hour. Great raffle prizes help support the club’s $3000 annual scholarship to a local high school student; contact Wickenburg Gem & Mineral Society; Email: Wickenburggemmineral@gmail.com; Website: wickenburggms.org/
29-30—SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Pacific Crystal Guild; San Francisco County Fair Building, Golden Gate Park, 1199 9th Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $14, Children 12 and under Free; Over 50 exhibitors will dazzle you with their vast storehouse of brilliant gemstones and shamanic wisdom. They include vendors from around the country and exotic places like Bali, Nepal, Afghanistan and China. Come explore the vast delights and many splendors of the WINTER SAN FRANCISCO CRYSTAL FAIR – Thanksgiving Weekend; contact Jerry Tomlinson; Email: jerry@crystalfair.com; Website: crystalfair.com
December 2025
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5-7—PARIS 12 – FRANCE: Annual show; 200 exhibitors ; Fri. 10-7:00, Sat. 10-7:00, Sun. 10-6:00; 10€ Admission, 7€ Reduced rate (child aged 7 to 18), Free for children under 7 (cash only at the door); 52nd edition of the Salon Minéral Expo Paris at Espace Charenton, find nearly 200 exhibitors carefully selected to present their best specimens: Minerals, Fossils, Designer jewelry, Gems, Objects natural stone decoration; contact Cédric and Mathilde Email: contact@mineralexpoparis.com ; Website:www.mineralexpoparis.com
5-7—COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire ; OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy direct from the importers & wholesalers. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com
5-7—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 the door); Select dealers from near and far selling spectacular minerals, jewelry, gems, healing stones, beads, rocks and crystals from all over the world; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com
6-7—MIAMI, FLORIDA: Annual Show; Miami Mineralogical & Lapidary Guild; Better Families Through Tae Kwon Do Center, 6723 SW 81st Street;
Sat. 10-6; Sun. 10-5; $5 adults. Kids under 12 free; 20 vendors of Minerals, Fossils (including Meg teeth), Gems & Jewelry, cabbing demonstrations, educational exhibits, geode cutting, kids’ activities, fluorescent exhibit, and more.
Contact: Lauren Kairalla, 305-507-7656; Email: miamirocknerds@gmail.com; or Adam Lawrence, Email: lawrdans@gmail.com
12-14—LAWRENCEVILLE, 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; Tickets available at the door, 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
12-14—SWANNANOA, 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
12-14—SANTA 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
20-21—LOGAN, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival – A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show; Cache County Event Center, 490 S 500 W, 1215 Henderson Dr; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; Shop the most amazing selection of gifts on the planet! From stone bookends, to handmade jewelry, custom stone knives, geode jewelry boxes, stone spheres, and mineral specimens to outdoor rockhounding equipment, and crystal healing grids! Every child will get a free sample of coal; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.Crystalfestival.org
January 2026
16-18—GLOBE, 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/
February 2026
We have nothing on our books so far for February 2026. Want to add your show? Send us the details at: support@the-vug.com
March 2026
20-22—JACKSON, MICHIGAN; Michigan Gem & Mineral Society; American One Event Center, 128 W Ganson; Fri 10-7, Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5; Adults – $5, Seniors – $3, Students – $2, Veterans Free on Friday; Children under 5 – Free; Silent Auction, Kids Table, Displays, Demonstrations, Raffle, Handicrafters and Much More; Contact: 517-522-3396; Website: mgmsrockclub.com;
20-22—SWANNANOA, 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
20-22—MARIETTA, 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
20-22—ALBUQUERQUE, 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
April 2026
We don’t have any listings yet for April 2026. Know of an upcoming show? Send us the details at: support@the-vug.com
May 2026
We have no shows listed currently for May 2026. Want us to add a listing? Send us the details at: support@the-vug.com
June 2026
5-7—DULUTH, 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
July 2026
23-26—FAIRPLAY, 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; contact Jay Penn, (505) 883-4195; Email: jaypenn246@gmail.com; Website: http://www.abqfallshow.wixsite.com/fairplay
August 2026
21-23—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb Civic Center, 548 S Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $10 Admission cash only at door ; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointgemshow.com
September 2026
Our books are open so far for September 2026. Hosting a show? Send us the details at: support@the-vug.com
October 2026
We have no shows listed currently for October 2026. Want us to add a listing? Send us the details at: support@the-vug.com
November 2026
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
December 2026
Our calendar is pretty clear for December 2026. Have a listing we should add? Send us the details at: support@the-vug.com