The Tucson Winter Gem & Jewelry Show, scheduled from January 28 to February 8, 2026, is an unparalleled event in the world of gems and jewelry. This bi-annual gathering, held in Tucson, Arizona, attracts a diverse crowd including wholesale and retail buyers, DIY enthusiasts, and private collectors. The show is renowned for its extensive range of products from gem and jewelry experts such as designers, manufacturers, miners, wholesalers, collectors, and liquidators from various countries.

The show's primary highlight is the JOGS Tucson Gem and Jewelry Show. This premier event kick-starts the larger showcase and draws buyers from around the world to secure the best selections. With over 4,000 sellers and more than 65,000 visitors from across the globe, it's a significant international gathering of industry professionals. The Tucson Gem Show significantly contributes to Tucson’s local economy by injecting an impressive $131 million in direct economic impact into the region.

The show features a wide array of pavilions catering to different interests. For instance, the Amber Pavilion showcases top amber direct manufacturers and designers from Poland, Lithuania, Indonesia, and Columbia. The Southwest Pavilion offers varied styles of handmade Native American jewelry reflecting centuries-old techniques. The Indonesian Pavilion gathers silver manufacturers and designers from Bali and around Indonesia. The Gemstone Pavilion brings international dealers with stocks of gemstones from low to exceptional quality.

Visitors can explore markets offering sterling silver jewelry, fine jewelry, gold diamonds, beads, cabochons, findings, chains, crystals (including Swarovski crystals), fashion jewelry (such as pearls, amber), designer jewelry (including gemstones), minerals (including fossils), rough stones (including antique items), accessories (including home/gemstone décor), and more.

The show also features sponsored vendors such as Geni Gem LLC at booth E13 with the best rough and gemstones; Tikka Opals at booth E507 with exquisite black opals; Ruwanpura Gems LTD at booth S415/S413 with precious and semi-precious gemstones; Otteson Brothers Turquoise at booth E410 with raw and polished turquoise gemstones; Devano Silver for custom silver jewelry; BMG Gems & Jewelry for unique designs in high-quality materials; Real Gems Co., Ltd at booth W315 with loose rubies, sapphires, emeralds; Pandora's Box at Ballroom N33 for handcrafted mosaic lamps and ceramics; Nativa Gems at Ballroom E13 with Brazilian minerals; Amberman at booths W308/W310/W312 for amber jewelry; Sunshine Wholesale Jewelry at booth W8/S7; Diamonds for Love at booth S2 in South Hall; Charles Albert Inc. at Booth N15 for unique one-of-a-kind jewelry featuring fossils; Forever Shining Trading Company at Booth No S314/S312 for an exclusive collection of precious and semi-precious stones.

In summary, the Tucson Winter Gem & Jewelry Show is a must-visit event for anyone passionate about gems and jewelry. It offers a vast array of products from top experts in the industry and contributes significantly to local economies through its substantial economic impact.