Oh that large taxidermy grizzly bear was pretty big and scary. I would hate to bump into that…read morecreature. They have the world's largest turquoise belt and squash blossom necklace there. They had key chains, jewelry, fabrics, arrows and much more. Staff were nice and helpful. Free shared parking outside.

On a work trip to Quartzite, I had a day off to go adventure and see what cool things I could find…read more A lovely local pointed me in the direction of the Main Street, since I was looking for some cool crystals or even some native jewelry. I found Main Trading Post, attached to Outback Pizza, I was instantly intrigued by the enormous "Worlds Largest Belt Buckle" hanging out front, along with some cool wood carvings, and a bear in the window with an amazing crystal necklace hanging from its neck. I think I may have found what I'm looking for! Upon entering, I was greeted by Jim. He was super helpful and answered any questions I had while there. I was able to take my time and take in all the different and unique items on offer. From native jewelry, bows and arrows, knives, crystal jewelry galore, moccasins, beaded animals, lots of beautiful items and great selection for gifting! In the glass cases there were many items that were real silver, and each had a sign stating they were 50% off their sticker price. I ended up getting several rings, a beautiful beaded hummingbird to hang in my car, and some cute little Knick knacks for my toddlers, really happy I stopped in this store! I will definitely be back when I pass through Quartzite again. Main Trading Post is definitely worth a visit if you want a good deal, and a unique piece for yourself or a loved one.

1st time here, loved the gems. They do need more signage for newbies. Watch out for the vendors…read morethat only take cash...just throws me off as I don't ever have cash. To the Thai food vendor! Thank you so much for going above and beyond. Was amazing.

This is definitely my favorite rock show! It totally rocks! And there aren't even any bands. Just…read morerocks. It's gritty and real, far less commercialized than gem shows you typically find at fairgrounds. A large majority of the vendors here are true rockhounds, who have a passion for what they do. Many of these guys are the ones that found the rocks they are selling. So you will find much more raw material here, bulk rock, and other wholesale-type deals. There are giant amethyst stalagmites, barrels of agates, large quartz crystals, fossils, and every kind of stone you can imagine. Since the people are real and own the stuff they are selling, the prices can be negotiable, too. So if you like to haggle, haggle away. Especially if you are buying large amounts of stuff. The show is also huge, and it's unlikely that you could finish in one day. I know there's no way I could, and didn't when I passed by even though I wished for more time. Maybe it's because I have always marvelled at the amazing number of permutations that nature creates with what is essentially, dirt. Millions of years in the ground cooking and bam, awesome crystals, intricate patterns, beautiful colors. I only made it through about one third of the show in two hours. Overall, if you are up for an adventure and looking for something fun to do, the Desert Gardens Rock, Gem, and Mineral Show will definitely be worth the trip. Five stars all the way.

What a great place for vintage metal advertising signs, Buddha sculptures, African trade beads,…read morejewelry and much more. Staff were very nice. We found a few treasures to take home. A shopper's paradise! Shared parking on the side of the building,

This was such a cool souvenir shop! They had so many amazing things I could have been looking for…read morehours but we were just passing by so I had to rush my experience. I called to make sure they had postcards because I've had a hard time find them. Sure enough they had plenty here. They also have lots of Route 66 theme stuff including drinks and snacks.

Regardless if you're in Quartzsite for the large gem and mineral shows or if you're just passing…read morethrough the 10 to Phoenix, you gotta stop by this small store.. We were here for the Tyson Wells Gem Show and Swap Meet but we found this store right off the main drag. It's a small gift shop full of Quartzsite souvenirs and it's also a very nice game shop for all those snowbirds from Canada. If you're looking for every expansion set made for Catan and Ticket to Ride then this is your place. - Family-Friendly! Probably the best part about visiting this shop were the friendly and courteous owners. - They also have a nice selection of gourmet and hard to find bottled sodas.

A nice store with several of the large robot models for sale. Their floor lamps of fluorite and…read moreother materials were quite stunning and unique. The light shining through the stone made the lamp even more appealing. They also carried large stone bowls for salad. Quite a statement piece. Shared parking outside.

Large selection of almost anything you could want! We made a stop on a road trip and went here for…read morethe first time. It's covered but not really an inside store, as it's very hot and more like an outdoor warehouse. Organized shelves and really nice display. No one said hello or welcomed us but that was fine, we just browsed for a bit. Ended up buying at another store that was a bit cheaper, but this store had a huge selection and reasonable pricing, a little higher if you're looking for small knick knacks. Good stop and has a large area for making your own jewelry with individual beads and stones!

Half Fast Mining in Quartzite, AZ has an excellent selection with fair prices. They have a lot of…read morefluorescent material and Haley was very helpful finding pieces to add to my collection. The selection, pricing and great service means we'll be back the next time we visit Quartzsite.

Rock lovers gotta visit here. My normal stops were closed so I thought it would be fun to see some…read moreof the other shops. He's got some great buys here. I got beautiful bumblebee jasper palm size stones for a song. Lots of turquoise, Australian Opal, Amethysts, jewelry, and wood carving items. Not everything is cheap but plenty of great finds from a real rock lover and educator. I learned several new things despite yrs of collecting. Did you know Bumblebee Jasper isn't really jasper? Me either.

Stopped in and found the friendliest, knowledgeable owner who has a real passion for crystals,…read moregems, carvings and wood. I found a beautiful amethyst piece, rutile, and a gorgeous smoky quartz. I cannot say enough about this amazing store with excellent merchandise but even better service. Can't wait to stop by again.

The Main Event is one of the largest flea markets in Quartzsite. You find just about anything your…read moreheart desires. RV equipment, food, honey, hardware, kitchen goods, batteries, rocks, gems, jewelry, home decor and much, much more. Good deals on many items. Here is where you will see prices you remember before they increased. What a fun day to shop, browse, talk to the vendors and see lots of assorted things. Be prepared to walk so wear comfortable shoes, shades, sunblock and take a hat, which I forgot to do. You will be walking on loose gravel so watch your step. Free lot parking wherever you can find it.

I'll forever have a soft spot in my heart for the desert. Not just the AZ desert, but in nearly any…read moresmall desert community you can find some of the weirdest "Local Flavor" discoveries and meet the most interesting characters you'll ever meet. And Quartzsite is no different. In the 70s some hippies took a break from following The Dead around and journeyed out to see "The World's Biggest Rock Festival." Little did they know, that the kind of stones in store were more mineral and less rolling. *bah dump bump* (Thanks to Mr. Jensen for the joke I've used for going on 15 years.) And, since I know you love to hate the yelpers that just tell a long preamble story before they write a review, another gift for you is that this story is the only thing that came to mind when in the spring of 1999 a friend told me Beck was going to be playing in Indio. "Like INDIO, Indio? Is this another 'rock festival' joke? In any case, as a kid I always looked forward to the big PowWow weekend in January. I didn't realize at the time, or maybe it didn't happen at the time, but there are vendors here all winter long. There aren't as many as there used to be, but it's still worth a stop if you're into weird old stuff, including random musings by Canadian snowbirds. From November to February you'll find loads of snowbirds here selling things out in front of their RVs. What sorts of "things" you ask? Well, clearly, there are rocks. And if you like rocks or geodes or... well... quartz, this is the place for you, my friend. Personally I'm more about the aforementioned rolling variety of stones, what really gets me going at The Main Event is the antiques. SO MUCH OLD STUFF!!! Perhaps it's because I was blessed with an old lady's name, but god dammit, how I love me some old stuff. Old bottles. Old rollerskates. Old plates. Old tools. Old books. Old photos. Old lunchboxes. Old cookie jars. Aside from a select few vendors who are clearly out of their minds, the prices just stomp on the prices from your local vintage store or flea market. The selection.... well, you may have to hunt, but that's truly the fun of a place like Quartzsite. Bring some closed-toed shoes, cash, your haggling skills and some shopping bags and get ready for a shopping experience you won't soon forget.