Neva Edmunds - 8/29/2024

The Denver Show, one of three shows at the expansive National Western Complex — along with the Denver Expo Gem Show and Miner’s Co-op Show — is a highlight among the ten events of the annual September Denver Gem & Mineral ShowAerial view of the National Western Complex. Free admission and free parking throughout the 100-acre grounds.case. As the largest show in the Showcase, The Denver Show boasts over 500 exhibitors serving enthusiasts, collectors, and industry professionals from around the globe. It’s free and open to the public, with ample parking. The Denver Show’s size and attendance make it one of the largest and most visited shows of its kind in the world. 

From its beginnings in 2009, the originators of The Denver Show —Eons Expos owned, now managed by Hart Events — have been committed to transforming the gem show industry by providing vendors with unparalleled opportunities for success and visitors with awe-inspiring experiences. The Denver Show's originators' passion for fossils, minerals, gems, and jewelry drives a commitment to creating world-class trade shows that exceed expectations. In addition to The Denver Show, Eons Expos owns and Hart Events manages the huge Tucson tent show, the 22nd Street Show, in January-February, and The NJ Show in May in Edison, N.J. Hart Events owns and manages both The NJ Show in October  and a new gem and mineral show opening in February 2025 in Salt Lake City.

These world-class gem and mineral shows are meticulously planned and designed to cater to the unique needs of both exhibitors and attendees. For exhibitors, the show organizers go above and beyond to create an environment that boosts their potential for success. Attendees, meanwhile, can look forward to a unique experience from the moment they arrive. These shows provide opportunities to explore a realm of unearthed wonders and rare treasures while engaging with passionate experts in the field.The Denver Show is a mineral marketplace: Find beautiful gems, minerals, fossils, and jewelry inside and outside the massive National Western Complex.

The Denver Show is a ten-day event held September 6-15, 2024. Peruse a gigantic array of fine mineral specimens, fossils, dinosaurs, gems, gemstones, lapidary, cabochons, artisan and antique jewelry, beads, crystals, meteorites, metaphysical, gold, silver, turquoise, Native American items, art, miner’s rough, tools, supplies, customized services, and much more. Allocate three to six hours to see it all!

For the first time this year, The Denver Show will be kicking off the event with two nights of Colorado hometown music. They’re calling it Beyond Gems — Tastes & Tunes. Two concerts will be held at the HW Hutchinson Family Stockyards at the National Western Complex at 7 p.m. on both nights. On September 7, Sean Kelly & The Samples will perform, and country artist Buckstein will perform on September 8. Both shows will feature local food trucks offering global fare, craft cocktails, beer, and wine. Tickets for the two concerts can be purchased here. All concert proceeds will benefit Food For Thought, a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to providing non-perishable food to Denver-area school kids.Buckstein will be performing at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 8, as part of The Denver Show’s kickoff festivities.

Another first for the show — and a first for any show that’s ever been held during the fifty-plus years of the Denver Gem & Mineral Showcase! — Hart Events has partnered with local FM radio stations, 97.3 KBCO and 106.7 The Bull, to promote both The Denver Show and the kick-off concerts. Listen from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for your chance to win VIP tickets and meet-and-greet Sean Kelly & The Samples and Buckstein prior to their performances on September 7-8.

At the 2024 Denver Show, expect a full day of family-friendly fun. Kids and adults alike can immerse themselves in a world of dinosaurs, fossils, and geological marvels. Hart Events believes that learning about Earth’s treasures should be an entertaining experience for all ages. Their goal is to spark curiosity and ignite a passion for the natural world, leaving guests with memories that will last a lifetime. Join The Denver Show for a day filled with adventure, learning, discovery, and a couple of great music concerts to start things off!

For more information about The Denver Show (venue address, contact info, dates, hours, admission, etc.), a list of vendors, photos, and Google-map directions to the show, visit The Denver Show profile page on the Xpo Press website.