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Events
Learn about upcoming rock and gem shows and field trips within our club as well as our broader BC Lapidary Society network of clubs.
Upcoming Rock and Gem Shows
To stay up to date with shows by clubs in the British Columbia Lapidary Society (BCLS), you can sign up for alerts by subscribing to the British Columbia Lapidary Society mailing list or by viewing the Upcoming Rock and Gem Shows British Columbia Lapidary Society page.
indiGem also holds large Gem and Mineral Shows in Western Canada. You can learn more about these at the indiGem website.
Vancouver Gem and Mineral Show (indiGem)
When
Friday, March 20, 2026 1 pm – 9 pm
Saturday, March 21, 2026 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday, March 22, 2026 10 am – 5 pm
Where
PNE Forum
2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 3N7
More Information
The Hastings Centre Rockhounds will be attending the show with a booth, so please come say hello. We are always looking for club members to volunteer to help at our table for part of the weekend.
Over 100 gem, mineral, and jewellery vendors. Explore a selection of gems, crystals, fossils, handcrafted jewellery, beads and findings, lapidary art, and more. Visit the Vancouver Gem Show Website for more information.
Pricing ranges from a general one-day ticket at $8 to a general three-day ticket at $12. Seniors or students pay $6 for a one-day ticket or $9 for a three-day ticket, and all children (12 and under) accompanied by an adult get in for free.
Courtenay Gem & Mineral Club
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 Cultural Centre Annex
7700 Minoru Gate
Richmond, BC
More Information
Offering a variety of vendors, attendees can also view lapidary displays and demonstrations. Try the Spin and Win, treasure hunts, build your own mineral kit, or experience crystal card readings. Admission is by donation.
Rendezvous Mini-Show and Tailgate
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
More Information
During the BCLS Rendezvous, we will also have a Mini-Rock and Gem Show inside Elks Hall on Saturday and Sunday. On Sunday, we will additionally have a Tailgate Sale outside Elks Hall. These shows are both open to the public. Vendor space is still available for the Tailgate on Sunday. Learn more about Rendezvous.
Surrey Rockhound Club
When
May 27, 2026
Wednesday 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6 PM)
Where
Sullivan’s Hall (Basement)
6306 152 Street
Surrey, BC
More Information
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!
Field Trips
Club Field Trips
We announce our field trips at our monthly meetings, in the Newsletter, and via emails. To stay up to date with the BCLS field trips, they are announced on the British Columbia Lapidary Society Facebook page as well as you can subscribe to the British Columbia Lapidary Society mail list. You can also view their official field trips page for more information.
To join field trips you must be a member of a club within the BC Lapidary Society. Learn more about becoming a member of our club.
