Our Focus
Preserving and Educating the Public About Gold Rush History Near Cripple Creek & Victor, Colorado.

The STCFG works with  Cripple Creek & Victor mining and other private land owners to develop positive solutions to historic preservation, recreation, education and post-mining land use.

2026 Vendors - Added as they Register
Stone/Shelly Birch  ~  Atomic Perfection  Terry Hammen Gem Cutter 
 Rocky Mountain Wonders  
Bright Star Gemstones ~ Al's Lithic Creations 
Rock House Paintings & Treasures
 Salem's Baggage ~ Squirrel Creek Forge  ~  Fey Forest Gems & Minerals 
Russell Thornberry Originals  ~  Lapidary Services by Robert
 Little Man's Big Rocks 
Wildhorse Mesa Studio  ~  ICA Stones & Metals 
 Star Mountain Trading
Tommy Rocks  ~  Russell Gem & Jewelry  ~  Mageno Cabochons
Joe Castillo  ~  Old Man's Rocks  ~  Crystal Barista 
North Star Turquoise  ~ Faceted by Nature
Mari Rocks

The historic gold mining town of Victor will once again sparkle with treasures from the earth as the annual Victor Gem & Mineral Show returns to downtown for a weekend of fun June 19-21 – vendors selling gems, minerals, jewelry, museums full of mining history, free live music, and family fun.

Held in the heart of one of Colorado’s most authentic mining communities, the free public event brings together vendors, collectors, artists, lapidaries, and rockhounds from across the region. Visitors can browse polished gemstones, handcrafted jewelry, mineral specimens, geodes, turquoise, rough slabs, flint knapping, fossils, crystals, and Colorado-dug treasures while enjoying the cool mountain air at nearly 10,000 feet elevation. 

The show takes place throughout historic downtown Victor, where visitors can experience the atmosphere of an original 1890's gold mining town surrounded by headframes, historic brick buildings, museums, and scenic mountain views.   

Show hours are from 9 to 5 Friday and Saturday (some vendors will stay open during the music concert) and 9-4 on Sunday.  

In addition to shopping and exhibits, attendees can enjoy:
Gold and gem panning at the Victor Lowell Thomas Museum
Educational displays and mineral collections at the town's museums
Mine tours and local history attractions, including Rita the Rock Planter giant troll
Free live music – Saturday night Backroads Band will bring bluegrass to the stage
Hiking on the Trails of Gold
Free rock identification booth – bring your found treasures to learn more about them
Local restaurants, shops, museums, and historic attractions throughout Victor

Presented by the Southern Teller County Focus Group, the event celebrates the region’s rich mining heritage and growing interest in geology, lapidary arts, and outdoor adventure. The Victor Gem & Mineral Show is more than a rock show — it’s a chance to experience Colorado history, meet talented vendors and artists, and enjoy a unique mountain community. 

The Victor Gem & Mineral Show is open to the public with free admission. Visitors are encouraged to spend the weekend exploring the historic gold camp communities of Victor and nearby Cripple Creek.

Concurrent Events
THANKS TO THE CITY OF VICTOR FOR THE FREE CONCERT JUNE 20...HIGH ALTITUDE BLUEGRASS BY THE BACK ROADS BAND

Free live bluegrass music by Backroads Band will be hosted by the City of Victor Saturday night on the Plaza Stage - central to the gem and mineral show.
Backroads Band is an unique blend of bluegrass, folk, country, and rock and roll that’s sure to captivate any crowd. From rich harmony singing to masterful instrumentals and finely tuned arrangements, the group creates a sound that resonates with all generations.
Dan Smallwood – Guitar/Vocals
Corinne Nelson – Bass/Vocals
Tony Peduto – Mandolin/Vocals
Check out this Video of the band.

The City will also have snacks and beverages for sale in the concession stand. This is the kick off cocnert for the 2026 Free Concert Series the City will be offering June 20-Aug. 29.

SSR Mining will be holding mine tours during the event; more details soon.

Some Vicor businesses will be hosting special events inside their locales.

Sponsors

Victor Elks Lodge 
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