3-6—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; N/A; Tucson Expo Center, 3750 E Irvington Rd; Thu. 10-5, Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Tickets available on website; The JOGS Tucson Gem & Jewelry Show is a world-renowned, semi-annual jewelry trade show held in Tucson, Arizona, that brings together a wide range of jewelry manufacturers, wholesalers, designers, gemstone dealers, and international suppliers; contact Yelena, (213) 629-3030; Email: info@jogsshow.com; Website: https://jogsshow.com/

5-6—HANFORD, 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

18-20—PAYSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; Payson Rimstones' Rock Club; Mazatzal Hotel and Casino Events Center, Highway 87, Mile Marker 251, 2805 E Pinegate Ct; Fri. 1-6, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $3 (Fri) and $5 (Sat/Sun); Children under 13 Free; Gems, fossils, opals, cabs, slabs, geodes and jewelry for sale. Education zone, access to geologists, gold panning, spinning wheel, raffle, silent auction, fluorescent mineral display and more.Food and beverage available at Casino restaurants; contact Philip Turner and Tamara Jones, (914) 473-2827; Email: philiptamara@gmail.com; Website: https://www.rimstonesrockclub.org/

18-20—RENO, NEVADA: Annual show; CFMS Annual Show and Convention; Hosted by the Reno Gem & Mineral Society; Reno-Sparks Convention Center, 4590 S. Virginia Street; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-4; Free; The Jackpot of Gems is one of the premier gem and mineral shows in the western United States, attracting collectors, families, educators, students, and enthusiasts from across the region. The Show features dealers from around the country, competitive exhibits, demonstrations, and speakers. The 2026 Show is especially significant as it is being held in conjunction with the CFMS, expanding both our reach and our impact; contact Ann Marie McCann, (949) 292-8167; Email: showdirector@renogemandmineralsociety.org; Website: renogemandmineralsociety.org

19-20—ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Pasadena Lapidary Society; Arcadia Masonic Center, 50 W. Duarte Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Our 66th annual gem and mineral show will feature exhibits, demonstrations, raffle prizes, dealers offering gems, minerals, lapidary, geology-related items and much more; educational kids' area with grab bags, sand scoop, treasure wheel, starter rock collection, snack bar, free parking; contact Marcia Goetz, (626) 260-7239; Email: marcia.pls.emails@gmail.com; Website: https://pasadenalapidary.org/pls-2026-show/

19-20—LONGVIEW, WASHINGTON: Show and sale; Southern Washington Minerological Society; Cowlitz Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, 1900 7th Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free for everyone; Door prizes, vendors, blacklight display, auctions, demonstrations, displays, gifts, free family fun; contact Suzan Watson, (503) 884-6311; Email: tappingdancer@yahoo.com

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

30-4—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; Great fun for all ages; contact William Sherwood, (760) 218-6137; Email: socaldesert@yahoo.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1620716395007100

2-4—HILLSBORO, OREGON: Annual show; Portland Regional Gem and Mineral Show Association; Wingspan Event & Conference Center, 801 NE 34th Ave; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 Weekend Pass, Kids 12 & Under Free; This annual event brings together local clubs, volunteers, families, and rockhounds for a weekend celebrating the natural beauty found right here in our region; contact Kathy; Email: prgmsa.advertising@gmail.com; Website: https://portlandregionalgemandmineral.com/

3-3—WOFFORD HEIGHTS, CALIFORNIA: Show; KRV Art Association; Art Association Main Hall, 6709 Wofford Heights Blvd; Sat. 1-6; Free Admission ; contact David, (442) 272-2187; Email: Onyxcollector@aol.com

3-4—MONROE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Marysville Rock and Gem Club; Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Bldg #500, 14405 179th Ave SE; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free; 50th Anniversary Show - Features Life-Size Dinosaur Skull Replica, Stonerose Fossil Display, Paleontologist will Identify your Dino Bones, Dealers, Demonstrations, Exhibits, Raffle Drawings, Food Service (including Elephant Ears), Door Prizes, and Kids' Activities. All ages welcome; contact Linda J Willemarck, (425) 772-6711; Email: lindaatsea@yahoo.com; Website: https://www.marysvillerockclub.com/

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

3-4—WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA: Show; Pacific Crystal Guild; Civic Park Community Center, 1375 Civic Drive (at Broadway); Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $11, Kids 12 and under Free; Over 35 vendors with minerals, crystals, beads, and jewelry, plus purveyors of metaphysical wonders will be on hand to delight and enchant you. Fun for the whole family; contact Jerry Tomlinson; Email: jerry@crystalfair.com; Website: https://www.crystalfair.com

9-11—BUCKEYE, ARIZONA: Annual show; West Valley Rock and Mineral Club; Buckeye Equestrian & Events Center, 10300 S Miller Rd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; Adults $5; Under 13 Free; contact Nikolle Dougherty, (619) 277-6268; Email: Nwertel@yahoo.com

10-11—REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Peninsula Gem & Geology Society and the Sequoia Gem & Mineral Society; Community Activities Bldg, 1400 Roosevelt Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5 for adults, children 12 and under free; Displays, demonstrations, mineral and gem identification, make a rock collection; contact Cliff Imprescia; Email: impresciaconstruction@gmail.com; Website: Pggs.org -or- sequoiagemandmineralsociety.org

16-18—PEARBLOSSOM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Kyle Sandahl, Pearblossom Gem Show; The Outpost, 34141 116th Street East; daily 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; Outdoor Venue. $15 fee per day for vendors. Come on out & find everything from gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, lapidary tools & supplies, jewelry, handmade crafts, food, & so much more; contact Kyle Sandahl, (661) 998-9389; Email: Ksandahl24@gmail.com; Website: Facebook.com/138outpost

17-17—WEST HILLS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Woodland Hills Rock Chippers; First United Methodist Church of Canoga Park, 22700 Sherman Way; Sat. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; Join us at the 27th annual gem and mineral show. Come and show your local gem vendors your small business support; contact PATY M; Email: mjdcustom@gmail.com; Website: https://rockchippers.org/

17-18—SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Santa Rosa Mineral and Gem Society; Santa Rosa Veteran's Memorial Building, 1351 Maple Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, Kids under 12 Free, Free Parking; 49th annual show. There are over 35 vendors selling gems, minerals, jewelry, lapidary rough, meteorites and other rock-related items. Educational displays, raffle, mineral exhibits, silent auctions, and lapidary demonstrations. Kid's Corner with Parent & Me activities and treasure hunt. Food truck vendors are on-site; contact Victoria Commons; Email: agatejasper221@gmail.com; Website: http://www.srmgs.org

24-25—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Sacramento Mineral Society; Sacramento Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 6151 H. Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $8, Children under 12: Free; It’s our 90th Anniversary! This year’s show will be bigger & better than ever before. Shop for rare specimens, fossils, gold, coins, slabs, crystals. Explore the hands-on science museum. Eat gemstone chocolate truffles! Pan for gold! Games, raffles, demos & displays…Come help us celebrate; contact Glenda Green, (916) 662-5819; Email: gemshow@sacramentomineralsociety.org; Website: https://www.sacgemshow.com/

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

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—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) 717-7657f; Email: GemDiego.pr@gmail.com; Website: www.sdmg.org

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

21-22—BREMERTON, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Kitsap Mineral and Gem Society; Kitsap Fairgrounds and Events Center, 1200 Fairgrounds Rd NW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission; Come for our annual Fall Festival of Gems! Fun for the whole family. Lots of activities and vendors, demos and so much more; contact Danielle Foss; Email: kmgsfallshow@gmail.com; Website: www.kmgsrockclub.com

21-22—LAKESIDE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; El Cajon Valley Gem and Mineral Society; Lakeside Rodeo Grounds, 12584 Mapleview St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free; Gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, craft vendors, huge raffle, food booth and kids' activities. Fun for the whole family; contact Palmer J Taskerud, (619) 729-7904; Email: palmer.taskerud@cox.net; Website: www.ecvgms.org

28-29—WICKENBURG, ARIZONA: Annual show; Wickenburg Gem & Mineral Society; Hassayampa Elementary School, 201 S Tegner; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; Over 40 vendors. Something for everyone. Gold panning, kids' table; contact Kerri Crawford, (303) 916-3884; Email: wickenburggemmineral@gmail.com; Website: wickenburggms.org