Tyson Wells Rock & Gem Show kicks off the Quartzsite gem season in early January, running from January 2-11 at the Tyson Wells grounds. As one of the first organized shows to open each year, it draws vendors and buyers eager to start the new buying season with fresh inventory. The show features over 300 vendors in a mix of open-air and covered spaces, offering rocks, minerals, rough gemstones, beads, lapidary supplies, and finished jewelry at desert market pricing.

For wholesale buyers, Tyson Wells serves as a productive early-season scouting opportunity. Vendors frequently arrive with new material from recent mining operations and overseas buying trips, meaning the selection at opening week can include pieces that will not be available later in the season. The show’s manageable size compared to the sprawling Desert Gardens venue makes it easier to systematically work through every vendor in two to three days. Bulk rough, mineral flats, and bead strands are among the strongest wholesale categories.

The Tyson Wells location is within easy reach of the other Quartzsite show venues, and many buyers use it as a warm-up before the later January and February shows. The free admission and low-overhead vendor model keep pricing competitive across all product categories. Wholesale buyers who prioritize early access to fresh inventory will find the January 2-11 dates well worth the trip to the Arizona desert.