2026 Shows in the Pacific Northwest

Details are current as of March 30, 2026.

If you know of any shows not listed here or spot any errors in the listings, please leave a note in the comments.

Dates:  February 21–22

Location:  Maple Ridge, British Columbia

Sponsor:  Maple Ridge Lapidary Club

Venue:  Albion Community Center, 24165 104 Ave

Hours:  Sat. 10–4, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Donation

Features:  Displays, vendors, live auction, demonstrations, crack a Geode, spin and win

Information:  Contact Walt Pinder; Email: wpinder1@gmail.com; Website: www.mapleridgelapidaryclub.com

Dates:   February 21–22

Location:  Monroe, Washington

Sponsor:  Washington Prospectors Mining Association

Venue:  Evergreen State Fairgrounds (Bldg 500), 14405 179th Ave SE

Hours:  Sat. 9–5, Sun. 9–4

Admission:  $5.  Children 13 and under free with adult

Features:  Over 40 vendors selling gold, silver, gemstones & jewelry, learn how to pan for gold, presentations by industry experts, how to find Ellensburg Blues, learn about metal detectors, buy prospecting gear, buy and sell gold.

Information:  https://washingtonprospectors.org/

Dates:  March 7–8

Location:  Caldwell, Idaho

Sponsor:  Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society;

Venue:  O'Connor Field House, 2207 Blaine Street

Hours:  Sat. 10–6, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  $5 cash, children 11 & under are free with an adult

Features:  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

Information:  Contact Susan Cassidy, (603) 548-8822; Email: pypnhot@comcast.net; Website: owyheerocks.com

 

Dates:  March 7–8

Location:  Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Sponsor:  Northwest Gold Prospectors Assn.

Venue:  Kootenai County Fairgrounds

Hours:  Sat. 9–5, Sun. 9–4

Admission:  $5, 12 and under free

Features:  Gold & silver jewelry, dredge equipment, door prizes, rock hound & prospecting supplies, gold pay dirt, learn how to pan for gold, raffle prizes, metal detectors, sluice boxes, gems & minerals, and vendors.

Information:   www.nwgpagoldshow.com

Dates:  March 13–15

Location:  Hillsboro, Oregon

Sponsor:  Gem Faire

Venue:  Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave

Hours:  Fri. 12–6, Sat. 10–6, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  General admission $7, free admission for children under 12 years old

Features:  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

Information:  Contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

Dates:  March 13–15

Location:  Central Point, Oregon

Sponsor:  Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral Society

Venue:  The Expo - Jackson County Fairgrounds, 21 Peninger Road

Hours:  Fri. 10–6, Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  $5, Under 12 are free

Features:  There will be vendors with a wide variety of rough to polished specimens, live demos, a raffle, and activities for the kids

Information:  Contact Liz Ellingson, Email: gemshow@craterrock.com; Website: www.roxyanngemshow.com

Dates:  March 14–15

Location:  Seattle, Washington

Sponsor:  North Seattle Lapidary & Mineral Club

Venue:  Crown Hill Center, 9250 14th Ave NE

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  Free

Features:  Displays, junior activities, dealers, demonstrations, door prizes

Information:  contact Susan Gardner; Email: sgardner3@mindspring.com; Website: www.NorthSeattleRockClub.org

Dates:  March 20–22

Location:  Puyallup, Washington

Sponsor:   Gem Faire

Venue:  Washington State Fair Event Center, 110 9th Ave. SW

Hours:  Fri. 12–6, Sat. 10–6, Sun. 10–5

Admission: General admission $7, Free admission for children under 12 years old 

Features:  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

Information:  contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

Dates:  March 27–29

Location:  Eugene, Oregon

Sponsor:  Gem Faire

Venue:  Lane Events Center, 796 W. 13th Ave

Hours:  Fri. 12–6, Sat. 10–6, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  General admission $7, Free admission for children under 12 years old

Features:  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

Information:  contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: https://gemfaire.com

 

Dates:  April 3–5

Location:  Courtenay, BC 

Sponsor:  Courtenay Gem & Mineral Club Annual Show & Sale

Venue:  Comox Valley Curling Centre, 4835 Headquarters Road, Courtenay, BC 

Hours:  Fri. 10–5, Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  Ca$4, kids 10 and under free with an adult

Features:  Explore over 100 tables filled with rocks, fossils, gems, and both uncut and polished treasures. Enjoy live demonstrations, a fun Kid Zone, and much more. Plus, our cafeteria will be open all weekend—come spend the day with us! 

Information:   Email:  Lori.close@live.ca

 

Dates:  April 10–12

Location:  Chilliwack, British Columbia

Sponsor:  The British Columbia Lapidary Society BC Gem Show

Venue:  Chilliwack Heritage Park, 44140 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack, BC

Hours:  Fri. 10–6, Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Adults Can$6, Students 6–17 Can$2, Under 6 (accompanied by an adult) Free, 3-Day Pass Can$12; Parking by donation to the Salvation Army

Features:  Door prizes, dealers, demonstrators, club exhibits, displays, spin-and-win, gold panning, and fun for the whole family

Information:   Mike Hill, Email:  bcgemshow@bclapidary.com; Webpage:  https://www.bclapidary.com/bc-gem-show.php

 

Dates:  April 10–12

Location:  Portland, Oregon

Sponsor:  Mt. Hood Rock Club

Venue:  Jackson County Armory, 6255 NE Cornfoot Rd., Portland, OR  97218

Hours:  Fri. 10–5, Sat. 9–5, Sun. 10–3

Admission:  Free

Features:  30+ vendors selling minerals, rocks, beads, jewelry, and fossils, kids' corner with games and activities, raffle prizes, silent auctions, door prizes, live demonstrators, oral auction on Sunday, educational exhibits featuring fossils, minerals, lapidary etc., and more

Information:   Webpage:  https://mthoodrockclub.com/annual-rock-show/

Dates:  April 11–12

Location:  Cashmere, Washington

Sponsor:  North Central Washington Prospectors

Venue:  Cashmere Fairgrounds, 5700 Wescott Drive, Cashmere

Hours:  Sat. 9–5, Sun. 9–4

Admission:  $5, 12 and under free

Features: Gold and silver jewelry, wood products, door prizes, metal detectors, rock hound & prospecting supplies, gems & minerals, learn how to pan for gold, gold pay dirt, raffle prizes, sluice boxes, rocks, coins, metal detecting hunt, a free sample of gold to the first 50 paid admissions, and food concessions available

Information:   https://www.northcentralwashingtonprospectors.org/

Dates:  April 17–19

Location:  Rickreall, Oregon

Sponsor:  Willamete Agate and Mineral

Venue:  Polk County Fairgrounds, 520 S Pacific Hwy W

Hours:  Fri. 9–5, Sat. 9–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Adults $5, 17 and under free

Features:  Free parking, food vendor, demonstrators, silent auction, kids' games, display cases, fluorescent show, and guest speakers

Information:  Contact Jessica Suitsev; Email: WAMS.RiverofGems@gmail.com; Website: WAMSI.net

 

Dates:  April 24–26

Location:  Richmond, BC

Sponsor:  Richmond Gem and Mineral Society Annual Show & Sale

Venue:  Richmond Arts & Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC 

Hours:  Fri. 1–8, Sat. 10–4, Sun. 10–3

Admission:  Free

Features:  Enjoy a mix of vendors offering jewellery, books, and unique gifts; watch engaging workshop demonstrations; explore eye-catching gem, mineral, and fossil displays; and let the kids have fun with activities like the Spin & Win and crystal card readings. Admission and parking are completely free! 

Information:   Website:  https://richmondbclapidary.wordpress.com/

Dates:  April 24–26

Location:  Yakima, Washington

Sponsor:  Yakima Rock & Mineral Club

Venue:  Central Washington State Fair Grounds - Modern Living Bldg, 1301 South Fair Ave

Hours:  Fri. 10–4, Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Adult $7, Student $2, Under 12 free with paid adult

Features:  Demonstrations on lapidary equipment, faceting, jewelry making, displays, and sales of gemstones, rocks, and minerals from around the world.

Information:  https://www.yakimarockclub.com/63rd-parade-of-gems-yakima-rock-mineral-club-show/

Dates:  April 25–26 

Location:  Grants Pass, Oregon

Sponsor:  Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc

Venue:  Josephine County Fairgrounds, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd, Pavilion Building

Hours:  Sat. 9–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Free Admission

Features:  Raffle, silent auction, Wheel of Fortune, and a lot of vendors

Information:  Contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: https://www.roguegemandgeology.org/ https://www.facebook.com/GrantsPassRockClub

 

Dates:  April 25–26

Location:  West Seattle, Washington

Sponsor:  West Seattle Rock Club

Venue:  Alki Masonic Hall, 4736 40th Avenue SW, West Seattle

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  Free

Features:  Vendors, demonstrators, silent auction, activities for kids

Information:   https://westseattlerockclub.org/

Dates:  May 2–3

Location:  Monroe, Washington

Sponsor:  Everett Rock & Gem Club

Venue:  Everegreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave SE, Weikel Event Center

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  All ages welcome. Free admission

Features:  Rocks, gems, jewelry, displays, kids' activities, demonstrations, silent auction, free parking

Information:  Contact Candra Burkhardt, (425) 772-3326; Email: Secretary@everettrockclub.com; Website: Everettrockclub.com

 

Dates:  May 2–3

Location:  Roseburg, Oregon

Sponsor:  Umpqua Gem & Mineral Club Umpqua Gem Show

Venue:  Douglas Hall - Douglas County Fairgrounds, 2110 SW Frear Street, Roseburg, OR

Hours:  Sat. 9–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Free

Features:  Rocks, minerals, fossils, crystals, jewelry, and lapidary art, Oregon agates, jaspers, obsidian, petrified wood, and hand-crafted jewelry

Information:   Webpage:  https://umpquagemandmineralclub.com/gem-show

Dates:  May 16–17

Location:  Seattle, Washington

Sponsor:  Seattle Mineral Market

Venue:  Hanger 30 Building @ Magnuson Park, 7400 Sand Point Way NE

Hours:  Sat. 10–6, Sun. 11–5

Admission:  $7.  Free admission for children 14 and under

Features:  Over 60 dealers in minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, mineral art and more, door prizes, free rocks for kids, free parking

Information:  https://elementalendeavors.com/seattle-mineral-market

 

Dates:  May 30–31

Location:  Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Sponsor:  North Idaho Mineral Club 65th Annual Gem and Mineral Show

Venue:  Jacklin Building, Kootenai County Fairgrounds, 4056 N Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID  83815

Hours:  Sat. 9–5, Sun. 9–4

Admission:  $6 per day, kids under 12 free

Features:  Gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry and more, raffles and door prizes, Kids Corner, Silent Auction, ATM available, and food on site

Information:   Webpage:  https://www.northidahomineralclub.org/rock-shows/65th-annual-gem-and-mineral-show

 

Dates:  June 5–7

Location:  Bonney Lake, Washington

Sponsor:  The Puyallup Valley Gem & Mineral Club Valley of Gems Show

Venue:  Swiss Park, 9205 198th Ave. East, Bonney Lake, WA

Hours:  Fri. 12–5, Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–3

Admission:  Free

Features:  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, just to name a few things to add to your collection.  Inside, watch demonstrators show you “how it’s done” and see the many displays presented by PVG&MC members.  There is also convenient parking, and disabled access, an adjacent covered picnic area for picnicking, walking trails through the trees and a play area for the younger rockhounds.  Food is available from the kitchen in the building. Also inside, visit the kids mine on the stage, and check out the silent auction and club sales area. Take a chance in our 3pm Sunday raffle which includes 2 - $50 bills, rock tumblers, many pieces of jewelry and rock specimens donated by the vendors, and you don’t have to be present to win. 

Information:   Email:  PVGAMC@gmail.com; Phone:  (253) 987-6751; Webpage: https://www.puyallupvalleygemandmineralclub.com/shows

 

Dates:  June 6–7

Location:  Campbell River, BC

Sponsor:  Ripple Rock Gem & Mineral Club Annual Show & Sale

Venue:  Campbell River Community Centre, 401 - 11th Avenue, Campbell River, BC 

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Not specified

Features:  Not specified

Information:   Dennis Cambrey, Email:  denniscambrey@gmail.com

 

Dates:  June 6–7

Location:  Castlegar, BC 

Sponsor:  Selkirk Rock & Mineral Club Annual Show & Sale

Venue:  Castlegar & District Community Complex, 2101 6 Ave, Castlegar, BC 

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Not specified

Features:  Gems, Crystals, Minerals, Geode Splitting, Fossils, Jewellery, Lapidary Supplies, Dealers, Displays, Demonstrations and Kids Activities. Bring your Unknown Rock and the Geologists will help you identify what you have found! 

Information:   Web address:  https://www.mindat.org/club.php?id=561.html

Dates:  June 17–21 

Location:  Prineville, Oregon

Sponsor:  Prineville Rockhound Pow Wow

Venue:  Crook County Fairgrounds, 1280 South Main Street

Hours:  Wed. 9–5, Thu. 9–5, Fri. 9–5, Sat. 9–5, Sunday, open at 9am, close at 3pm

Admission:  Free Admission

Features:  Over 40 vendors from across the US, 80th anniversary party with Music and food Events for the public, 4 days of Field Trips

Information:  Contact Jim McCoy, (503) 999-8045; Facebook: Prineville Rockhound PowWow; Website: www.prineville.rocks.com

 

Date:  June 22

Location:  Surrey, BC 

Sponsor:  Surrey Rockhound Club Annual Auction

Venue:  Sullivan's Hall (Basement), 6306 152 Street, Surrey, BC 

Hours:  Wed.  7:00 PM

Admission:  Not specified

Features:  The Surrey Rockhounders are hosting their annual auction. Enjoy a great selection of rock, mineral, and lapidary items. Overflow parking is available immediately to the north if the main lot is full. Bring your cash and join the Surrey Rockhound Club for a fun evening! 

Information:   Website:  https://surreyrockhoundclub.ca/

 

Dates:  June 25–28

Location:  Madras, Oregon

Sponsor:  Madras Rock and Gem Show

Venue:  Jefferson County Event Complex, 430 SW Fairgrounds Road, Madras, OR

Hours:  Thu. 9–5, Fri. 9–5, Sat. 9–5, Sun. 9–2

Admission:  Free

Features:  Vendors, displays, and activities for all ages

Information:   Website:  https://madrasrockandgemshow.com/

 

Dates:  June 27–28

Location:  Kent, Washington

Sponsor:  Cascade Mineralogical Society 2026 Cascade Rock, Gem & Jewelry Show

Venue:  Kent Commons, 525 4th Ave N, Kent, WA 98032

Hours:  Sat. 9–5, Sun. 9–5

Admission:  Free

Features:  Free parking, mineral specimens, gems, jewelry, silent auction, polished rock for kids, mineral/gem identification

Information:   Website:  https://www.cascademineralogicalsociety.org/

 

Dates:  July 10–12

Location:  Kelowna, BC 

Sponsor:  1120 Rock Club and Vernon Lapidary and Mineral Club Okanagan Gem Show

Venue:  Rutland Centennial Hall, 215 Shepherd Road, Kelowna, BC

Hours:  Fri. 4–8, Sat. 9–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Donation

Features:  Discover dealers, live demonstrations, eye-catching displays, and talented silversmiths at work.

Information:   Webpage:  http://okanagangemshow.rocks/

 

Dates:  July 24–26

Location:  Tenino, Washington

Sponsor:  Washington Agate and Mineral Society 2026 Rock Rendezvous

Venue:  Tenino City Park, 309 Park Ave East, Tenino, WA  98589

Hours:  Fri. 9–6, Sat. 9–6, Sun. 9–5

Admission:  Free

Features:  The rock and gem show is held during Tenino's Oregon Trail Days celebration.  There will be a flint knapping demo, kids' activities, rock and gem vendors, and a raffle drawing

Information:   Website:  https://wamsolympia.com/

 

Dates:  August 14–16

Location:  Port Townsend, Washington

Sponsor:  Port Townsend Rock Club

Venue:  Port Townsend Fairgrounds, 4907 Landes St., Port Townsend, WA  98368

Hours:  Fri. 10–8, Sat. 10–8, Sun. 10–8:30

Admission:  Adults $8, Seniors 65+ and Students 13–17 $6, Children 6–12 $2, Children 5 and under Free

Features:  Rock Show is in conjunction with the county fair

Information:   Phone:  (360) 519-4229; Website:  https://www.porttownsendrockclub.org/

 

Dates:  August 15

Location:  Shelton, Washington

Sponsor:  Shelton Rock & Mineral Society

Venue:   Mason County Recreation Area, 2100 E. Johns Prairie Rd, Shelton, WA 98584

Hours:  Sat. 9–4

Admission:  Free, $40 Tailgate Space for Annual Tailgate Swap 9–3

Features:  30+ vendors, rocks, minerals, fossils, rock crafts, equipment

Information:  Email:  sheltonrockandmineralsociety@gmail.com; Website:  https://www.srams.club/

 

Date:  September 12

Location:  Maple Ridge, BC 

Sponsor:  Maple Ridge Lapidary Club Rock, Gem, & Jewelry Market

Venue:  Albion Fairgrounds, 23588 Jim Robson Way, Maple Ridge, BC 

Hours:  Sat. 10–5

Admission:  Not specified

Features:  Lots of vendors with rocks, minerals, and more!

Information:   Email:  mapleridgelapidaryclub@gmail.com; Website:  https://www.mapleridgelapidaryclub.com/

 

Dates:  September 19–20

Location:  Aldergrove, BC

Sponsor:  Fraser Valley Rock & Gem Club Annual Rock & Gem Show

Venue:  Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre, 26770-29th Avenue, Aldergrove, BC

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Donation

Features:  Demonstrations, Displays, Dealers.

Information:   Email:  kaearles2@gmail.com; Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/2193620267804878/

 

Dates:  October 10–11

Location:  Surrey, BC 

Sponsor:  Surrey Rockhound Club Annual Rock & Gem Show

Venue:  Clayton Community Center, 7155 187a Street, Surrey, BC 

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  Donation

Features:  Display cases, vendors, kids corner, snacks, door prizes, and demonstrations.

Information:   Website:  https://surreyrockhoundclub.ca/

 

Dates:  October 17–18

Location:  Victoria, BC

Sponsor:  Victoria Lapidary & Mineral Society Rough to Ready Rock, Gem and Mineral Show

Venue:  Leonardo da Vinci Centre, 195 Bay Street, Victoria, BC

Hours:  Sat. 11–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Adults Can$3, Kids under 12 Free, family of four Can$10

Features:  Come see an amazing market of stones, fossils, crystals, and handmade items. Have fun trying to score a treasure in the silent auction. Lots to see! Entry gets you in the Grand Prize draw for a Ruby Gemstone, worth over $500! Hourly draw prizes for adults and kids. 

Information:   Website:  https://www.vlms.ca/

Editor's Note:  The above information is from the British Columbia Lapidary Society's webpage and may be in error.  The  Victoria Lapidary & Mineral Society website lists the show as taking place in March 2026.

 

Dates:  October 24–25

Location:  Port Moody, BC

Sponsor:  Port Moody Rock & Gem Club Show

Venue:  Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle Street, Port Moody, BC 

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  Donation

Features:  Demonstrations, Displays, Dealers

Information:   Andrew Danneffel 604-323-4273; Email:  rock.show@portmoody.rocks; Website:  https://www.portmoody.rocks/

 

Dates:  November 7–8

Location:  Delta (Tsawwassen), BC

Sponsor:  Delta Rockhounds Gem & Mineral Club Annual Rock & Gem Show

Venue:  South Delta Recreation Centre, 1720 - 56 Street, Delta (Tsawwassen), BC 

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4

Admission:  Not specified

Features:  Not specified

Information:  Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/DeltaRockhounds/about 

 

Dates:  November 13–14

Location:  Abbotsford, BC

Sponsor:  Abbotsford Rock & Gem Club Annual Rock & Gem Show

Venue:  Matsqui Community Hall, 33676 St Olaf Avenue, Abbotsford, BC

Hours:  Fri. 12–8, Sat. 10–6

Admission:  Donation

Features:  Silent auction, showcases, lots of vendors, free grab bags for kids under 13 & more

Information:   Georgina, Email:  abbotsfordrockhounds2019@gmail.com

 

Dates:  November 14–15

Location:  Qualicum Beach, BC

Sponsor:  Parksville & District Rock & Gem Club Annual Rock & Gem Show

Venue:  Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St., Qualicum Beach, BC 

Hours:  Sat. 9:30–4:30, Sun. 9:30–4:00

Admission:  Can$4 per person; children 12 and under free with adult.

Features:  Free hourly draws, demonstrations, many vendors, silent auction, kids activity centre, and food concession.

Information:   Dawn Ryan 250-248-6575; Email:  admin@pdrockandgem.org; Website:  https://pdrockandgem.org/

 

Dates:  November 21–22

Location:  Bremerton, Washington

Sponsor:  Kitsap Mineral and Gem Society Fall Festival of Gems

Venue:   Kitsap Fairgrounds and Events Center, 1200 Fairgrounds Rd. NW, Bremerton, WA  98311

Hours:  Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–5

Admission:  Free

Features:  Demonstrations, Junior Table, raffle prizes, silent auctions, displays, vendors

Information:  Festival page:  https://www.kmgsrockclub.com/festivalofgems; Website:  https://www.kmgsrockclub.com/