Gem and mineral show vendor tables with colorful specimens
Annual Event

Billings Gem & Mineral Show

The Northern Rockies' premier gem, mineral, fossil, and jewelry show — two days of dealers, exhibits, demonstrations, and discovery.

September 18-19, 2027·Metra Park, Billings, MT

About the Show

Two Days of Rocks, Gems & Wonder

The Billings Gem & Mineral Show is the flagship event of the Billings Gem & Mineral Club, held every year. The show draws hundreds of visitors from across Montana, Wyoming, and the Dakotas.

Whether you're a seasoned collector, a curious beginner, or just looking for a unique piece of jewelry, you will always find something extraordinary. Browse the many dealers loaded with minerals, fossils, gems, lapidary supplies, and finished jewelry — all under one roof.

Colorful gemstone and mineral display at the annual show

What's at the Show

Something for Everyone

Dozens of Dealers

Vendors from across the western U.S. offering minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, and lapidary supplies at all price points.

Educational Exhibits

Club members display world-class specimens and educational displays covering Montana geology, fossils, and gemstones.

Live Demonstrations

Watch flint knapping and lapidary skill demonstrations.

Silent Auction and Raffle

Bid on specimens and other items donated by dealers. There is also a raffle and all proceeds support club programs.

Identification Table

Bring your mystery rocks and fossils! Club experts are on hand all weekend to help identify your finds — free of charge.

Kids' Activities

Free gem mining sluice for kids, plus a junior rockhound table with hands-on activities. Children under 12 get in free.

Admission & Hours

Plan Your Visit

Show Schedule

Sat

18

Saturday, September 18

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Full show day

Sun

19

Sunday, September 19

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Full show day

Admission Pricing

Adults

Per adult per day

$5

Children (under 12)

With paying adult

Free

308 6th Ave N, Billings, MT 59101

The show is held in the Montana Pavilion exhibit hall. Free parking available in the Metra Park lots.

Get directions

For Dealers & Exhibitors

Reserve Your Table

Table space sells out fast — we typically fill all dealer tables by July. Applications open in January each year. All dealers must be approved by the show committee.

Contact the Show Chair

Table Size

8 ft × 30 in

Table Fee

Contact the show chair for fee and contract information

Setup

Friday September 17, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Applications

Open for submission January 1, 2027