Mother’s Day Weekend in the Heart of the Finger Lakes

When:

  • Saturday, May 10, 2025 • 10 AM–6 PM

  • Sunday, May 11, 2025 • 10 AM–4 PM

Where:
Greater Canandaigua Civic Center
250 North Bloomfield Road, Canandaigua, NY

Admission:

  • Adults: $5

  • Children (12 & under) and Scouts in uniform: FREE with an adult

Unearth One-of-a-Kind Gifts for Mom (and Yourself)

Looking for a unique Mother’s Day surprise? Treat her to a dazzling weekend at Quartz Fest, the Finger Lakes’ premier gem, mineral, fossil, and jewelry showcase. With hundreds of vendors under one roof—and literally thousands of treasures to explore—you’ll find everything from sparkling geodes and raw crystals to handcrafted wire-wrapped jewelry.

Whether you’re hunting for that perfect rose quartz pendant, a display-worthy Ammonite fossil, or a DIY geode-breaking experience, Quartz Fest delivers. And because it’s Mother’s Day weekend, many exhibitors will feature special gift-wrapping, show-only discounts, and “Mom-and-Me” bonanza bundles.

What You’ll Discover at Quartz Fest

  • Crystals & Minerals: Amethyst clusters, tourmaline points, and rare mineral specimens to add sparkle to any collection.

  • Fossils: From trilobites to shark teeth and giant ammonites—step back in time with prehistoric curiosities.

  • Handmade Jewelry: One-of-a-kind necklaces, bracelets, and earrings crafted by local and regional artisans.

  • Wire Wrapping & Lapidary Demo: Watch experts turn rough stones into wearable art right before your eyes.

  • Geode Breaking Station: Unleash your inner rockstar—purchase a geode and crack it open to reveal its hidden crystal core.

  • Kids’ Corner: Interactive stations to teach young rockhounds about geology, gem identification, and safe fossil handling.

Meet the Finger Lakes’ Finest Vendors

Our 2025 vendor lineup reads like a who’s-who of the Northeast lapidary world. Explore booths from:

  • Finger Lakes Minerals

  • Rock Dude

  • Crystal Dawn

  • Starshell Crafts

  • Stones by Stalkers

  • Sunshine’s Creative Designs

  • Meliora Crystals & Minerals

  • Minerals America

  • Hall of Gems

  • Crystal Mine

  • Highland Rock

  • Songbird Healing Crystals

  • Susan Gonzales

  • RVO Gems

  • Marjorie’s Mystical Crystals

  • Bob’s Fluorite Quarry

  • Buffalo Ryan’s Rock, Mineral & Fossil

  • Unearthed

  • Geosol

Each vendor brings their passion—and hard-to-find inventory—to Canandaigua, guaranteeing fresh finds whether you visit at opening or stay until closing.

Plan Your Visit

  • Parking & Accessibility: Free parking in adjacent lots; fully ADA-compliant facility.

  • Food & Refreshments: On-site concession stand serving coffee, snacks, and light lunches to keep you energized.

  • Photo Ops: Snap selfies with towering crystal displays or your favorite fossil find—Instagram gold!

  • Stay Connected: Follow #QuartzFest2025 and #FingerLakesGemShow on social media for sneak peeks, vendor spotlights, and last-minute specials.

Don’t Miss the Finger Lakes’ Must-See Gem Show!

Quartz Fest only rolls through Canandaigua once a year, and with Mother’s Day right around the corner, now’s the time to secure your spot. Bring the family, indulge your curiosity, and make memories over Mother’s Day weekend that shine brighter than any gemstone.

Mark your calendar for May 10 & 11, then head to the Greater Canandaigua Civic Center for two full days of discovery. We can’t wait to see you there!

— Presented by the Finger Lakes Gem, Mineral & Fossil Club