Upcoming Rock and Gem Shows
The British Columbia Lapidary Society is an umbrella organization of community clubs accross the province, and their respective members. Many of these clubs host annual shows in their communities to promote the lapidary arts and earth sciences and generate operating reveune. Below is a list of upcoming shows.
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2024 Rock and Gem Shows
Courtenay Gem & Mineral Club
Vendors, demonstrations, silent auction, rocks, fossils, gemstones and activities for the kids. Admission $4 and children under 10 free.
When
April 5, 6 & 7, 2024
Friday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Sunday 9:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Where
Curling Rink
4835 Headquarters Road
Courtenay, BC
Contact
Lori and Russ Ball
250-703-3444
lori.close@live.ca
Richmond Gem and Mineral Society
When
April 19, 20 & 21, 2024
Friday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where
Richmond Library & Cultural Centre
7700 Minoru Gate
Richmond, BC
BC Gem Show
The British Columbia Lapidary Society hosts the BC Gem Show in BC each year. The BC Gem Show is the largest show in the province, featuring displays, dealers, demonstrations, and activities for the kids.
When
May 10, 11 & 12
Friday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where
Chilliwack Heritage Park
44140 Luckakuck Way
Chilliwack, BC
Contact
Mike Hill
president@bclapidary.com
Kokanee Rock Club
When
June 1 & 2, 2024
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Castlegar Recreation Complex
2101 6th Avenue
Castlegar, BC
Ripple Rock Gem & Mineral Club
When
June 8 & 9, 2024
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Campbell River Community Centre
401 - 11th Avenue
Campbell River, BC
Contact
Dennis Cambrey
250-204-3606
denniscambrey@gmail.com
1120 Rock Club
Dealers Demonstrators, Displays, Silversmiths. Admission by Donation.
When
July 19, 20 & 21, 2024
Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Rutland Centennial Hall
180 Rutland Road North
Kelowna, BC
Contact
250-260-6155
Abbotsford Rock & Gem Tailgate (July)
Outdoor rock and gem sale. Interesting in selling? Spots are available. Contact us to learn more about pricing.
When
July 20, 2024
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Central Heights Church Parking Lot
1661 McCallum Road
Abbotsford, BC
Contact
Georgina
abbotsfordrockhounds2019@gmail.com
Fraser Valley Rock & Gem Show
Demonstrations, Displays, Dealers. Admission by donation.
When
September 21 & 22, 2024
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre
26770-29th Avenue
Aldergrove, BC
Port Moody Rock & Gem Club
Demonstrations, Displays, Dealers. Admission by donation.
When
October 5 & 6, 2024
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where
Kyle Centre
125 Kyle Street
Port Moody, BC
Contact
Andrew Danneffel
604-323-4273
rock.show@portmoody.rocks
Surrey Rockhound Club
Display cases, vendors, kids corner, snackes, door prizes, and demonstrations. Admission by donation.
When
October 19 & 20, 2024
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where
Sullivan Hall
6306 152nd Street
Surrey, BC
Victoria Lapidary & Mineral Society
When
October 19 & 20, 2024
Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Leonardo de Vinci Centre
195 Bay Street
Victoria, BC
Delta Rockhound Gem & Mineral Club
When
November 2 & 3, 2024
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where
South Delta Recreation Centre
1720 - 56 Street
Delta (Tsawwassen), BC
Abbotsford Rock & Gem Show
Silent auction, showcases, specimen identification, lots of vendors & more. By donation.
When
November 15, 16 & 17, 2024
Friday 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where
Matsqui Community Hall
33676 St Olaf Avenue
Abbotsford, BC
Contact
Georgina
abbotsfordrockhounds2019@gmail.com
Vernon Rock Sale
Demonstrations, Displays, Dealers.
When
November 16 & 17, 2024
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where
Greater Vernon Recreation Centre, Dogwood Gym
3310 37th Ave.
Vernon, BC
Parksville & District Rock & Gem Club
Free hourly draws, food concession. $4 per person; children 12 and under free with adult.
When
Nov 30 & Dec 1, 2024
Saturday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Qualicum Beach Civic Centre
747 Jones St.
Qualicum Beach, BC