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.
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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 museumsMine tours and local history attractions, including Rita the Rock Planter giant troll Free live music – Saturday night Backroads Band will bring bluegrass to the stageHiking 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 EventsTHANKS 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/VocalsCorinne Nelson – Bass/VocalsTony 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.
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