Going to the Giant Mineral Show in Arizona
Fri, Mar 13
|Sharon Visitor Centre Auditorium, Sharon
The speaker will explain how to handle a very large mineral show. Advising the importance to have a plan and a list of what you want to find so you do not get confused. This plan helps anyone turn a big, busy show into a great learning adventure.
Time & Location
Mar 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sharon Visitor Centre Auditorium, Sharon, 11450 Lebanon Rd, Sharonville, OH 45241, USA
About the event
Every February, when it is very cold outside, rock collectors travel to Tucson, Arizona for the biggest rock show in the world. People come from many different countries to see fossils, shiny jewelry, space rocks, and beautiful crystals. The weather is usually warm and nice there.
There are over 50 different places to see rocks and minerals, ranging from cheap stones to very expensive treasures.
The show is not just about buying things; it is also a great place to learn about how rocks are made.
Our speaker is Jeff Spencer, and he has gone to this show many times. He is going to help us plan a visit so we do not get lost in the huge crowd. Jeff will give everyone a 2026 show catalog to help us find the best spots. He has taken many photos of the booths and the amazing crystals he saw so we…