
Join us at the Crystal Festival, a premier rock, mineral, gem, and crystal show featuring fossils, held at the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy, UT on August 29 & 30, 2026. This event runs from 10am to 8pm and offers free admission and free parking, making it a perfect choice for family-friendly activities. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to explore the world of crystal shows, all in one place!


Discover the fascinating world of geology through interactive educational displays featuring incredible rocks, minerals, fossils, gemstones, and natural wonders from around the world. Learn how these treasures form, where they are found, and the science behind the Earth’s amazing geological history.
Young explorers can become junior geologists during the Crystal Festival Sandy Utah Geology Scavenger Hunt, a fun hands-on adventure that encourages kids to search, discover, and learn. Follow clues, identify geological treasures, and build a deeper appreciation for rocks, minerals, and fossils through interactive learning.
The Kid’s Corner at the Sandy Crystal Festival is filled with hands-on activities designed to inspire curiosity and creativity in young scientists. Kids can explore specimens under the microscope lab, create gemstone bracelets, collect tumbled stones, and enjoy exciting geology activities perfect for the whole family.
Expand your Earth science knowledge with Crystal Barista Geology Classes, where beginners and experienced collectors can learn about minerals, fossils, crystals, and the processes that shape our planet. These educational classes make geology approachable, fun, and engaging for all ages.
Travel the world through Crystal Barista’s adventures as you discover incredible collecting locations, rare geological finds, and the stories behind Earth’s treasures. Explore educational videos featuring rockhounding adventures, geology discoveries, and unique experiences from around the globe.
Experience the excitement of searching for your own geological treasures with family-friendly rockhounding tours designed for adventurers of all ages. Learn responsible collecting techniques, discover amazing specimens in nature, and create unforgettable memories while exploring the geology of the Earth.

Yes! Admission and parking are both free, and families can enjoy educational activities, shopping, and hands-on geology experiences.
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The event is held at the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy, Utah, and is a convenient family activity for visitors throughout the Salt Lake Valley.







Bring the whole family to the Crystal Festival in Sandy, Utah for an unforgettable hands-on geology adventure! Kids can become junior geologists as they explore the geology scavenger hunt, discover amazing specimens in the microscope lab, create their own gemstone bracelet, fill a bag with colorful tumbled stones, and enjoy exciting educational activities that make learning about rocks, minerals, fossils, and Earth’s hidden treasures fun and memorable.
Visitors can shop for crystals, minerals, fossils, gemstones, jewelry, and unique geological specimens. Plus find oddities, handmade art, and more!
Kids can participate in the geology scavenger hunt, microscope lab, gemstone crafts, tumbled stone activities, and more.
Crystal Barista by Adrienne McElwain runs the Crystal Festival throughout Utah, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Colorado and Nevada. She spends the rest of her weekends attending rock and gem shows, and traveling the world rock hounding.
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