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2026 Umpqua Gem & Mineral Show




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2026 Clackamas Gem & Mineral Show




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US West Gem and Mineral Shows
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May 2026

2-3—BOULDER CITY, NEVADA: Annual show; Southern Nevada Gem and Mineral Society; Boulder City Spring Jamboree, 900 Arizona St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free entry, children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult; Come to the annual SNGMS Spring Jamboree Rock and Mineral Show and Sale. There are vendors from all over the United States as well as other parts of the world. See handcrafted jewelry and supplies, art, mineral specimens, fossils and more. Kids club activities as well for the little explorers; contact Orville Wiemers; Email: sngmsjamboreeshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.SNGMS.net

2-3—KINGMAN, ARIZONA: Annual show; Mohave County Gemstoners; Mohave County Fairgrounds, 2600 Fairgrounds Boulevard, PO Box 70610; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free to All Ages. Free Parking; Demonstrations, Gold Panning, Mohave College, Over 38 Unique Vendors, Kids Activities, Silent Auctions, Raffles, and Fun for All; contact Daina Sandhop, (425) 268-9983; Email: mcgemstoners@outlook.com; Website: https://mcgemstoners.org/

2-3—MONROE, 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

2-3—ROSEBURG, OREGON: Annual show; Umpqua Gem & Mineral Club; Douglas County Fairgrounds, 2110 SW Frear Street; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Explore aisles filled with rocks, minerals, fossils, crystals, jewelry, and lapidary art from knowledgeable vendors and collectors across the region. From locally sourced Oregon agates, jaspers, obsidian and petrified wood to dazzling crystals and hand-crafted jewelry, each booth offers something unique; contact Jean Hlavinka; Email: hlavinkas@me.com; Website: https://umpquagemandmineralclub.com/

9-9—ROSEVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Annual Tailgater; Roseville Rock Rollers Gem & Mineral Society; @ the Grounds, Roseville Rock Rollers Lapidary Shop & Yard, 200 Corporation Yard Road, Lot L; Sat. 9-3; Free admission; The RRR annual tailgater is a free, family-friendly event. Featuring two dozen seasoned vendors selling specimens, gems, jewelry, fossils, petrified wood, minerals, lapidary supplies, and more—all at tailgater prices! Vendors must be pre-registered, contact chairperson for info;contact Martha Nichols - Tailgater Chairperson, (916) 798-0235; Email: rosevillerockrollers@gmail.com;Website: https://rockrollers.com/pages/tailgater

16-17—SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Seattle Mineral Market; Located at Magnuson Park - Hangar 30 Building , 7400 Sand Point Way NE; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Admission is $7 at the door, Free admission for children 14 and under; We will have 50+ dealers in minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, PNW specimens & mineral art and more. Door prizes, free rocks for kids 14 & under. Food Trucks and ATM on site. Free Parking. Carpool/Public Transportation is recommended; contact Brittany Burkhardt, (360) 489-5607; Email: elementalendeavors.earth@gmail.com; Website: https://elementalendeavors.com/seattle-mineral-market

30-31—COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO: Annual show; North Idaho Mineral Club; Jacklin Building, Kootenai County Fairgrounds, 4056 North Government Way; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; $6 per day, Kids 12 and under free with paying adult; Over 30 vendors selling Beads, Crystals, Fossils, Gems, Jewelry, Minerals and Lapidary Equipment. Enjoy raffles, door prizes and more; contact Mike McConnell; Website: https://www.northidahomineralclub.org/

June 2026

5-7—ASHLAND, OREGON: Annual show; Ashland Rocks Gem Show; Historic Ashland Armory, 208 Oak St; Fri. 3-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults: $3, Kids 12 & Under Free Admission; Come out and support a wide variety of local small businesses showcasing artisan jewelry, crystal home decor, opals and other precious gemstones, as well as mineral and fossil specimens from around the world. Free Admission Friday. Silent auction runs all three days; contact Tara Bergstrand, (541) 324-0505; Email: terradawnminerals@gmail.com; Website: www.ashlandrocks.com

5-7—ASHLAND, OREGON: Annual show; Tara Bergstrand; Historic Ashland Armory, 208 Oak St; Fri. 3-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Friday is free admission, Saturday and Sunday $3 and kids 12 and under are free; contact Tara Bergstrand or Cameron Lowder; Email: terradawnminerals@gmail.com; Cameron is CamsCrystalGallery@gmail.com; Website: AshlandRocks.com with Facebook and @ashlandrocksgemshow on Instagram

5-7—BONNEY LAKE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; The Puyallup Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Swiss Park, 9205 198th Ave. E; Fri. 12-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-3; No Admission Fee; With vendors both inside and outside you’ll find a vast selection of rough and finished “treasures” on display. Choose from crystals, minerals, fossils, beads, findings, lapidary equipment, cabochons, geodes, and jewelry. Inside, watch demonstrators see displays presented by PVG&MC members; contact Jillian Higgins, (253) 987-6751; Email: PVG&MC@gmail.com; Website: www.puyallupvalleygemandmineralclub.com/shows

17-21—PRINEVILLE, OREGON: Annual show; Prineville Rockhound Pow Wow; Crook County Fairgrounds, 1280 South Main Street; Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; Free Admission; Sunday Open at 9am close at 3pm, over 40 vendors from across the US, 80th anniversary party with Music and food Events for the public, 4 days of Field Trips ; contact Jim McCoy, (530) 999-8045; Email: facebook, Prineville Rockhound PowWow; website: www.prineville.rocks

25-28—MADRAS, OREGON: Annual show; Madras Rock and Gem Show; Jefferson County Event Complex, 430 SW Fairgrounds Road; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-2; Free Admission; Family-oriented show with a large variety of vendors. Dedicated kids' day on Saturday, also kids' activities on the other show days. Field trips on Friday and Saturday for thunder eggs, petrified wood, and agates; contact David Heaton, (541) 601-31; Email: heatondave8@gmail.com; Website: madrasrockandgemshow.com

27-28—CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Culver City Rock and Mineral Club; Culver City Veteran's Memorial Auditorium, 4117 Overland Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission and Parking; This year’s featured gemstone is malachite, which is celebrated for its rich green colors and natural beauty. Perfect outing for families, hobbyists and gem enthusiasts. Dealers selling minerals, gems, cabochons, beads, and jewelry findings; contact Janice Metz; Email: culvercityrocks35@gmail.com; Website: https://culvercityrocks.org/

27-28—KENT, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Cascade Mineralogical Society; Kent Commons, 525 Fourth Ave N; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5:30; Free Admission & Parking; CMS is hosting our annual Gem, Rock, and Jewelry Show! There will be 40 vendors selling and demonstrating various types of rocks - rough, slabbed, polished, along with cabochons and jewelry, and even metaphysical specimens! Hourly door prizes and silent auctions; contact Michele Maidman, (206) 395-5270; Email: writ.mists-4t@icloud.com; Website: https://www.cascademineralogicalsociety.org

27-28—KENT, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Cascade Mineralogical Society; Kent Commons, 525 4th Ave N; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free; Vendors from all over the Pacific Northwest, activities for kids, door prizes, silent auction, and raffle for amazing prizes. Demonstrations, mineral specimens, rough rock, cabochons, jewelry, beads, and metaphysical specimens. Something for everyone; contact Noelle Barnes, (206) 914-0514; Email: noelleb@outlook.com; Website: https://www.cascademineralogicalsociety.org/

July 2026

10-12—SHOW 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: www.whitemountain-azrockclub.org

24-26—TENINO, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Washington Agate and Mineral Society; Tenino City Park, 309 Park Ave East; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; Free; The rock and gem show is held during the Tenino, Oregon, Trail Days celebration. There will be about 20 rock and mineral vendors, demonstrations, artisan jewelry, and much more; contact Douglas Shank, (360) 701-3769; Email: douglas.e.shank@gmail.com; Website: https://wamsolympia.com/

31-2—NIPOMO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Orcutt Mineral Society; Nipomo High School, 525 N. Thompson Rd; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; There are 60 outside dealers and 12 inside dealers and food trucks and a kids booth; contact Renea Sutcliffe, (805) 929-2783; Email: nipomocowgirl55@yahoo.com

July 2026 - August 2026

31-2—PRESCOTT VALLEY, ARIZONA: Annual show; Prescott Gem & Mineral Club; Findlay Toyota Center, 3201 N Main St; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $5 General Admission, $4 Seniors, Vets and Students, Children Under 12, Free; 22nd Annual Prescott Gem & Mineral Show. Largest indoor gem & mineral show in Northern Arizona! Over 75 vendors offering mineral specimens, beads, slabs, cabochons, crystals, fossils, meteorites, fine jewelry, classes, kids area and more; contact Dan Hunt, Show Chair; Email: pgmcshowchairperson@gmail.com; Website:https://www.prescottgemmineral.org/

August 2026

1-2—ROSEVILLE, CALIFORNIA: AAnnual show; Roseville Rock Rollers Gem and Mineral Society; Roebbelen Event Center within @the Grounds, 700 Event Center Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $10, Kids - 12 and under Free - Venue Parking fee; It's the Rock Rollers 63rd annual big show. Over 80 vendors, inside/out, featuring: Crystals, Fossils, Minerals from around the world, Jewelry, Amethyst, Gemstones, Opal, Beads, Meteorites, Demo's, Mineral ID, Rock Auctions, Special area for Kids. NorCal's largest show; contact Gloria P Marie, (916) 216-1114; Email: gloriarosevillerockrollers@gmail.com; Website: www.rockrollers.com

14-16—PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON: Show and sale; Port Townsend Rock Club; Jefferson County Fair Grounds, 4907 Landes St; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8:30; Adults $8, Seniors 65+ and for Students 13-17 $6, Children 6-12 $2, Free for 5 and under; Rock Show is in conjunction with the county fair; contact Vicki Stearns, (425) 941-5708; Email: vivkistearns52@gmail.com

15-15—SHELTON, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Shelton Rock & Mineral Society; Mason Co Rec. Area, 2100 E. Johns Prairie Rd; Sat. 9-4; Free Admission & Parking, $40 Tailgate Space; 16th Annual Tailgate. 30+ vendors, rocks, minerals, fossils, rock crafts, equipment; contact Kevin, (360) 463-5527; Website: https://www.sheltonrockandmineralsociety.com/

15-16—TEHACHAPI, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Tehachapi Valley Gem and Mineral Society; Tehachapi Senior Center, 500 East F Street; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free; Gem, mineral, and jewelry show with amazing vendors, family activities, opals and fine stones. Handmade jewelry. Raffles, geodes and so much more; contact Ronald Myrick, (661) 972-1117; Email:travis462@outlook.com; Website: https://www.tvgms.net/


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2026 Ashland Rocks Gem & Mineral Show




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2026 Hathkapasuta Illinois River Celebration and Raft Race


  

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PAST EVENTS

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RGGC Spring 2026 GEM & MINERAL SHOW


Come join us in Grants Pass on the weekend of April 25th & 26th at the Spring 2026 Gem & Mineral Show hosted by the Rogue Gem and Geology Club.
As always, we have vendors selling raw, lapidary, polished and faceted gems, crystals, fossils and all kinds of minerals found locally or worldwide.
Also find a lovely selection of beaded and silversmith jewelry, and other rock hounding and mining related items.
We'll have a Silent Auction, Raffle and Kids' Wheel in the JoCo Fairgrounds Pavilion and a Food Truck outside.

FREE ADMISSION Donations appreciated Bring a friend, or send them a link to this page!  HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE !!!


RGGC Spring 2026 Gem & Mineral Show poster


RGGC Gem Sale location on JoCo Fairgrounds map


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RAGMS Spring 2026 Gem & Mineral Show




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Educational Outreach at Edgewater Christian School







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2025 Acorn Fest and Scarecrow Contest







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RGGC Fall 2025 HOLIDAY GEM & MINERAL SALE


Come join us in Grants Pass on the first weekend of November & 3rd, at the Fall 2024 Holiday Gem & Mineral Sale hosted by the Rogue Gem and Geology Club.
As always, we have vendors selling raw, lapidary, polished and faceted gems, crystals, fossils and all kinds of minerals found locally or worldwide.
Also find a lovely selection of beaded and silversmith jewelry, and other rock hounding and mining related items.
We'll have a Silent Auction, Raffle and Kids' Wheel in the JoCo Fairgrounds Pavilion and a Food Truck outside.

FREE ADMISSION Donations appreciated Bring a friend, or send them a link to this page!  HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE !!!


RGGC Fall 2024 Gem & Mineral Show poster


RGGC Gem Sale location on JoCo Fairgrounds map


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RGGC Club Member Rock Sale (open to the public)

Sellers:    Gerry & Peggy McInnes
Date:       Friday, September 12th + Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Time:       9:00am
Place:     14403 Avalon (off Dodge Rd) Sams Valley, OR
Items:      Lapidary equipment, tools, rough rock, slabs, and misc.

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2025 RGGC YARD SALE    Club Facebook Page Logo

image of 12th annual 2025 RGGC Yard Sale Flyer

SAVE THE DATE-

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30th, 2025 FROM 8AM TO 2:30p @ THE CLUBHOUSE - 1003 ISHAM ST. GRANTS PASS.

WHY U ASK??

**  WE WILL BE HOLDING THE TRADITIONAL RGGC (along with 15+ MEMBER FAMILIES) YARD SALE!  **

You will find LOTS of great items including rock (rough to finished), lapidary equipment/tools, supplies,
and the usual yard sale items...something for everyone!
A larger description will be provided 1 week prior in our local newspapers.

PLEASE CHECK our Facebook or web page for updates if things change prior to the date--August 30th.

NO EARLY SALES.

DON'T MISS IT!...LOTS OF TREASURES!!

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RGGC Booth at the 2025 Josephine County Fair  


RGGC booth at the 2025 Josephine County Fair Flyer

align="center">JoCo Fairgrounds map

*PUBLIC PARKING will be limited at the Fairgrounds, but Park and Ride (shuttle bus) is available Wednesday through Saturday.
Parking will be available at the Wiseman Center parking lot at Rogue Community College
You may also want to carpool. Josephine County Transit will be running on the half hour.
Parking and Shuttle info

Photos from the RGGC Booth at the 2025 Josephine County Fair

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Guess the Weight

Thunderegg Cutting with Tim

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Nick C's Thunderegg Display Case

Thunderegg Cutting and Polishing Station

image of Nick's agate display case image of Nick's petrified wood display case
Nick C's Agate Display Case

Nick C's Pet Wood Display Case

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Thai BBQ Display Case

Tim R's Display Case

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2025 Ashland Rocks Gem Show


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2025 Rooted in Gems Memorial Day Sale

2025 Rooted in Gems Memorial Day Sale flyer


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Umpqua Gem & Mineral Club Spring 2025 Rockhound Roundup


Umpqua Gem & Mineral Club Spring 2025 Rockhound Roundup postcard


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RGGC Spring 2025 ARTS & CRAFTS SALE at the Fruitdale Grange in Grants Pass on Saturday, May 3rd from 8:00am - 5:00pm!
FREE ADMISSION


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RGGC Spring 2025 GEM & MINERAL SHOW


Come join us in Grants Pass on the weekend of April 26th & 27th at the Spring 2025 Gem & Mineral Show hosted by the Rogue Gem and Geology Club.
As always, we have vendors selling raw, lapidary, polished and faceted gems, crystals, fossils and all kinds of minerals found locally or worldwide.
Also find a lovely selection of beaded and silversmith jewelry, and other rock hounding and mining related items.
We'll have a Silent Auction, Raffle and Kids' Wheel in the JoCo Fairgrounds Pavilion and a Food Truck outside.

FREE ADMISSION Donations appreciated Bring a friend, or send them a link to this page!  HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE !!!


RGGC Spring 2025 Gem & Mineral Show poster


RGGC Gem Sale location on JoCo Fairgrounds map

Photos from the RGGC Spring 2025 Gem & Mineral Show   (courtesy of Ruth Tanner)
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Admissions Table

Raffle Booth

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Cabochon Demo Booth

Cabochon Demo Booth

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Wheel of Fortune

Silent Auction

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Mike's Booth

Liz's Booth

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2024 Springfield Gem Show Poster

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2024 Acorn Festival flyer

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2024 RGGC YARD SALE    Club Facebook Page Logo

image of 11th annual RGGC Yard Sale Flyer
SAVE THE DATE-

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31st, 2024 FROM 8AM TO 2:30p @ THE CLUBHOUSE - 1003 ISHAM ST. GRANTS PASS.

WHY U ASK??

**  WE WILL BE HOLDING THE TRADITIONAL RGGC (along with 15+ MEMBER FAMILIES) YARD SALE!  **

You will find LOTS of great items including rock (rough to finished), lapidary equipment/tools, supplies,
and the usual yard sale items...something for everyone!
A larger description will be provided 1 week prior in our local newspapers.

PLEASE CHECK our Facebook or web page for updates if things change prior to the date--August 31st.

NO EARLY SALES.

DON'T MISS IT!...LOTS OF TREASURES!!

image of booth at 2021 RGGC Yard Sale

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RGGC Booth at the 2024 Josephine County Fair  


Club Facebook Page Logo


RGGC booth at the 2024 Josephine County Fair Flyer

Display Cases

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Alice's obsidian display

Tim's knapping and wirewrap creations

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Gerry's copper bearing minerals and butterflies + Peggy's paintings

Ron's Thai BBQ rhodonite display

More RGGC Fair Booth Pics

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Guess the Weight

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Thunderegg Production Line

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RGGC Fair Booth on the JoCo Fairgrounds patio

Choose your favorite Pet Rock

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The Raffle and Sales table

Every spin's a win!


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Opalized Rhyolite Thunderegg

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Klamath Falls Rock Club Spring 2022 Gem & Mineral Show postcard image


Klamath Falls Rock Club    Klamath Falls Rock Club 2022 Gem & Mineral Show Facebook event page



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