Tucson Gem and Mineral Show 2025 in Arizona

The Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show is an iconic event for all mineral enthusiasts and professionals, taking place every winter at the Tucson Convention Center and throughout other locations in downtown and midtown. Tens of thousands of visitors are drawn by the opportunity to see and buy museum-quality gems, fossils, minerals, and asteroids. Don't miss your chance to see unique opals, gold nuggets, and dinosaur fossils. Some booths offer jewelry, jewelry-making tools, decor, and artwork.

Show Events

Held as part of the annual Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase, which spans throughout the entire year, the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show is jam-packed with panels, educational exhibits, and vendors offering breathtaking examples of fossils, gems, and minerals. The Junior Education Area offers free seminars and lots of educational displays and activities. Various lectures and seminars are held Thursday through Saturday in the West Meeting Rooms at the Tucson Convention Center.

Special & Guest Show Exhibits showcase unique private and museum collections of rare minerals and stones. The Tucson Gem and Mineral Society, which dates back to the 1950s, demonstrates various treasures every year. During its previous runs, visitors had a chance to witness the legendary Hooker Emerald, Fabergé Collection, Arkansa Yellow Diamond Crystal, and many other special pieces.

Symposiums (February 14-15, 2025)

Another highlight of the show is The Arthur Roe Memorial Micromount Symposium, which is held every year in the Tucson Convention Center. Experienced experts in the industry discuss the most pressing topics of mineralogy, including gemology, crystallography, and other branches. Another conference, The FM-TGMS-MSA Symposium, is also held during the main show. The Arthur Roe Memorial Micromount Symposium is scheduled for February 14th, while the FM-TGMS-MSA Symposium is set for February 15th.

Schedule & Tickets

Tucson Gem and Mineral Show spans from 10 am until 5 pm on all days, except for Sunday, when the venue closes at 4 pm. Admission costs $13 for adults. Children 14 years old and under can enter for free with an adult ticket holder. On Friday, military and senior citizens are eligible for a $2 discount. You can also purchase a two-day ticket for $22. Tickets are available at the door and on the Tucson Convention Center website.

Location

The event is annually held at the Tucson Convention Center, a massive event venue that boasts 205,000 square feet (19,000 sq m) of space. It's located in downtown Tucson and can be easily accessed by car, bus, or on foot if you're in the area. Tucson itself is situated in Pima County, Arizona, approximately 112 miles (180 km) from Phoenix.

Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase Shows

Besides the main event, the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, the city annually features about 40 various events at dozens of locations, many of which offer free admission. In 2025, the Winter Showcase spans from February 1 until February 16th, with the Gem & Mineral Show as a grand finale. Labor Day Shows take place on August 28 - 31, 2025. There is also October Dealer's Showcase, usually held during fall.