Upcoming Rock and Gem Shows
The British Columbia Lapidary Society is an umbrella organization of community clubs across 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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2026 Rock and Gem Shows
Richmond Gem and Mineral Society
Annual Show & Sale
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!
When
April 24, 25 & 26, 2026
Friday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where
Richmond Arts & Cultural Centre
7700 Minoru Gate
Richmond, BC
British Columbia Lapidary Society
Rendezvous Mini-Show and Tailgate
During the BCLS Rendezvous, we will also have a Mini-Rock and Gem Show inside Elks Hall on Saturday, May 16th, 2026 and Sunday, May 17th, 2026, from 1 PM to 4 PM. On Sunday, we will additionally have a Tailgate Sale outside Elks Hall from 1 PM to 4 PM. These shows are both open to the public. If you are interested in being a vendor at the Tailgate Sale on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, there are still spots available. Contact Linda to learn more or secure your spot. Ensure you bring lots of cash so that you don’t miss out on any treasures.
When
May 16 & 17, 2026
Saturday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where
Elks Hall
920 Moha Road
Lillooet, BC
Contact
Linda Foy
linmfoy@yahoo.ca
Surrey Rockhound Club
Annual Auction
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!
When
May 27, 2026
Wednesday 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6 PM)
Where
Sullivan's Hall (Basement)
6306 152 Street
Surrey, BC
Ripple Rock Gem & Mineral Club
Annual Show & Sale
When
June 6 & 7, 2026
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
denniscambrey@gmail.com
Selkirk Rock & Mineral Club
Annual Show & Sale
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!
When
June 6 & 7, 2026
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Castlegar & District Community Complex
2101 6 Ave
Castlegar, BC
1120 Rock Club and Vernon Lapidary and Mineral Club
Okanagan Gem Show
Discover dealers, live demonstrations, eye-catching displays, and talented silversmiths at work. Join the fun—admission is by donation.
When
July 10, 11 & 12, 2026
Friday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Rutland Centennial Hall
215 Shepherd Road
Kelowna, BC
Hastings Centre Rockhounds
Tailgate Sale
Hastings Centre Rockhounds Club is hosting a one day only Tailgate Sale. We still have spots available for vendors. If you are interested in being a vendor please contact us for more information.
When
July 25, 2026
Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Hastings Community Centre Parking Lot on E. Pender Street at
Nootka Street
3096 E Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC
Contact
Maple Ridge Lapidary Club
Rock, Gem, & Jewelry Market
Lots of vendors with rocks, minerals, and more!
When
September 12, 2026
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where
Albion Fairgrounds
23588 Jim Robson Way
Maple Ridge, BC
Fraser Valley Rock & Gem Club
Annual Rock & Gem Show
Demonstrations, Displays, Dealers. Admission by donation.
When
September 19 & 20, 2026
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre
26770-29th Avenue
Aldergrove, BC
Surrey Rockhound Club
Annual Rock & Gem Show
Display cases, vendors, kids corner, snackes, door prizes, and demonstrations. Admission by donation.
When
September 26 & 27, 2026
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where
Clayton Community Center
7155 187a Street
Surrey, BC
Victoria Lapidary & Mineral Society
Rough to Ready Rock, Gem and Mineral Show
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. Admission costs are: adults are $3, kids under 12 are free, and a family of 4 is $10.
When
October 17 & 18, 2026
Saturday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
Leonardo da Vinci Centre
195 Bay Street
Victoria, BC
Port Moody Rock & Gem Club
The Port Moody Rock & Gem Club Show
Demonstrations, Displays, Dealers. Admission by donation.
When
October 24 & 25, 2026
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
Delta Rockhounds Gem & Mineral Club
Annual Rock & Gem Show
When
November 7 & 8, 2026
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where
South Delta Recreation Centre
1720 - 56 Street
Delta (Tsawwassen), BC
Abbotsford Rock & Gem Club
Annual Rock & Gem Show
Silent auction, showcases, lots of vendors, free grab bags for kids under 13 & more. Entrance by donation.
When
November 13 & 14, 2026
Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Where
Matsqui Community Hall
33676 St Olaf Avenue
Abbotsford, BC
Contact
Georgina
abbotsfordrockhounds2019@gmail.com
Parksville & District Rock & Gem Club
Annual Rock & Gem Show
Free hourly draws, demonstrations, many vendors, silent auction, kids activity centre, and food concession. $4 per person; children 12 and under free with adult.
When
Nov 14 & 15, 2026
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
