Gem & Jewelry Exchange Tucson 2027 runs from January 30 to February 4, 2027, at GJX Tent in Tucson, Arizona, featuring over 650 exhibitors.
Dates
30 Jan – 4 Feb 2027
City / country
Tucson, United States
Venue
GJX Tent, 198 S. Granada
Time
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Event overview
GJX is a world-renowned, top tier gem and jewelry wholesale-to-the-trade show held annually in Tucson, Arizona.
With over 650 booths and exhibitors from around the globe, you are certain to find the best selection for all your jewelry industry needs.
TL;DR
Visitors will have the opportunity to connect with leading suppliers, discover new products, and network with industry peers, enhancing their business prospects. Dates and Venue: Gem & Jewelry Exchange Tucson 2027 runs from January 30 to February 4, 2027, at GJX Tent, 198 S. Granada, Tucson, Arizona. Buyer Authority: Qualified buyers from the gem and jewelry industry are encouraged to attend, with a focus on wholesale trade.
Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of qualified buyers, making it an essential event for showcasing products and generating sales leads. Scale and Focus: The show features over 650 booths with exhibitors from around the globe, showcasing a wide range of jewelry and gemstones. Buyer Authority: Qualified buyers from the gem and jewelry industry are encouraged to attend, with a focus on wholesale trade. The Gem & Jewelry Exchange is a critical event.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
1198 S. Granada, Tucson, AZ 85701, United States
Entrances & gates
Main Entrance
Paid parking options available.
Facilities are fully handicap accessible.
Shuttle service available to other shows.
Food options
Food Court
On-site diningParking: GJX has two paid parking options: VIP Buyer parking directly in front of the tent and regular Buyer parking located behind the tent.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Guest Registration
Each registered company may have up to 4 guests.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Badges must be collected on-site; they are not mailed.
Ticket notes
Pre-registration is required for buyers.
How the last edition performed
Next edition
Not announced yet
Impact
GJX is a world-renowned, top tier gem and jewelry wholesale-to-the-trade show held annually in Tucson, Arizona. With over 650 booths and exhibitors from around the globe, you are certain to find the best selection for all your jewelry industry needs. The Gem & Jewelry Exchange is a critical event for industry professionals, providing a platform for networking, sourcing, and discovering the latest trends in the jewelry market. Gem & Jewelry Exchange Tucson.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Retail jewelers looking for new suppliers, Wholesalers seeking unique gemstones, Lapidary professionals interested in equipment, Jewelry designers sourcing materials. Dates and Venue: Gem & Jewelry Exchange Tucson 2027 runs from January 30 to February 4, 2027, at GJX Tent, 198 S. Granada, Tucson, Arizona. Scale and Focus: The show features over 650 booths with exhibitors from around the globe, showcasing a wide range of jewelry and gemstones. Organiser: The event is organized by GJX,.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of qualified buyers, making it an essential event for showcasing products and generating sales leads. Scale and Focus: The show features over 650 booths with exhibitors from around the globe, showcasing a wide range of jewelry and gemstones. Buyer Authority: Qualified buyers from the gem and jewelry industry are encouraged to attend, with a focus on wholesale trade. The Gem & Jewelry Exchange is a critical event. Exhibitor categories include Gemstone suppliers.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Gem & Jewelry Exchange Tucson 2027 on 2027-01-30 to 2027-02-04 in Tucson lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
US tariff pressure on gem supply
Tariffs and shifting US trade policy now feed directly into the landed cost of imported gemstones and finished jewelry.
Demand concentrates at the high end
Buyer spending at Tucson is clustering around high-end and unusual gem material rather than commodity volume lines.
Show-circuit sequencing shapes buyer traffic
Tucson operates as a circuit of overlapping shows, so footfall at each venue follows the order in which the shows open.
Fragmented colored-stone supply
Colored gemstone supply is fragmenting across origins, which changes how buyers assemble consistent parcels.
Visa and travel friction for international trade
US visa availability and travel friction increasingly determine which international buyers and exhibitors reach Tucson each year.
Buyers covering general often plan Gem & Jewelry Exchange Tucson 2027 alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.
Pre-show (late January)
AGTA GemFair and satellite Tucson shows open before GJX; high-end buyers often finish there first, so plan booth staffing and buyer appointments around that sequence.
Show week (30 January to 4 February 2027)
GJX Tent at 198 S. Granada Avenue; buyers move across the Tucson circuit, with GIA reporting slower Monday traffic and stronger Tuesday attendance at the 2026 edition.
Post-show
Follow up on gem and jewelry orders placed during the circuit and confirm shipping, customs and payment terms.
Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.
Plan your trip
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Walk
Red Lion Inn & Suites is about 360 m away and Days Inn about 1.4 km, so most visitors can walk in 5-20 minutes.
Rideshare or taxi
Typical city fare band for short Downtown hops; allow 10-20 minutes and extra time during peak gem show week.
Car and parking
The GJX VIP Lot at 198 South Granada Avenue and Downtown Tucson garages serve the venue; on-street meters are free after 19:00 Monday to Saturday and all day Sunday.
Public transit
Downtown rail and bus services connect the hotel district with the show area; confirm current fares and service hours locally.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B-1 business visitor visa | Foreign nationals travelling to the United States for temporary business, including attending a business convention or conference, unless they qualify under the Visa Waiver Program. | $185.00 | Start early: complete the DS-160 at ceac.state.gov (about 90 minutes to fill in) and allow several weeks for interview scheduling and issuance. | |
| Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) | Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries visiting for business for 90 days or less. | $21.00 | Apply online before travel; ESTA is normally processed quickly but confirm current validity and passport rules. |
Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries can enter the United States for business without a visa by obtaining an ESTA; all other business visitors generally require a B-1 visitor visa.
Official visa pageWeather
January in Tucson during the 30 January to 4 February 2027 show window is mild and largely dry. Daytime highs average about 19 C (66 F) and overnight lows about 4 C (40 F), with a day-night swing of roughly 15 C. Expect around 20-29 mm of rain spread over about 3-5 wet days, usually short showers; snow is rare. A light jacket for evenings and an umbrella for the occasional shower are sensible for walking around Downtown Tucson.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
US prepaid SIM cards and travel eSIMs (Holafly, GoMoWorld and similar services) are the usual options for business travellers, letting you avoid roaming charges; choose a plan with enough data for video calls, VPN and tethering across the show week. Hotel and venue Wi-Fi is common in Downtown Tucson, but treat public networks as untrusted and use a VPN.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Business casual is typical; scientific meetings may be less formal than consumer fairs.
Arrival
Arrive early on day one for registration and badge pickup.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Tucson; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Most international visitors need a US B-1 business visitor visa to attend a trade show, while nationals of Visa Waiver Program countries can travel on an ESTA instead. Bring buyer documentation showing you are engaged in the gem and jewelry industry. GJX issues invitation letters for exhibitors and their staff only, not for buyers or guests.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Begin the DS-160 application at ceac.state.gov, which takes approximately 90 minutes to complete, then schedule the consular interview. Exhibitors needing a visa letter must submit a completed Exhibitor Badge Request form to GJX through their exhibiting company; letters are not provided for buyers or guests.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Tucson; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Downtown Tucson hotels sit roughly 0.4-1.5 km from the GJX Tent at 198 S. Granada Avenue, so most visitors can walk in 5-20 minutes; DoubleTree by Hilton is the closest full-service option. Rideshare and taxi pick-ups use the surrounding downtown streets, and short hops typically take 10-20 minutes in peak gem show week traffic. If driving, the GJX VIP Lot at 198 South Granada Avenue and Downtown Tucson parking garages are the nearest options.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Tucson; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Use local bus, tram, or metro routes serving GJX Tent, 198 S. Granada; check operator timetables.
Parking: On-site parking is available at GJX Tent; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January 2027
Temperature: Daytime highs around 17-19 C (63-67 F); overnight lows around 4 C (39-42 F); a typical day-night swing of roughly 15 C.
Seasonality: January is one of Tucson's drier winter months: roughly 20-29 mm of rain across about 3-5 days, normally light showers. Days are mostly sunny with low humidity, and snowfall is minimal, so outdoor queuing and tent-floor walking are comfortable.
Packing: Pack layered business-casual clothing: a light jacket or sweater for cool mornings and evenings, comfortable walking shoes for the tent and outdoor show areas, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, SPF) for bright midday sun, and a packable umbrella or rain shell for occasional January showers. Bring business cards, buyer documentation for registration, and a portable charger for long show days.
Plan your trip
Check passport validity and confirm whether you need a US B-1 visa or qualify for ESTA — If a visa is needed, start the DS-160 at ceac.state.gov straight away and book the earliest interview slot.
Book flights and a Downtown Tucson hotel for 30 January to 4 February 2027 — Downtown properties such as Red Lion Inn & Suites, Motel 6, Days Inn and DoubleTree by Hilton sit about 0.4-1.5 km from the GJX Tent.
Register as a buyer with GJX and assemble trade documentation — Buyers must be engaged in the gem and jewelry industry and provide the required documents; no children under 14 are admitted.
Request any employer or exhibitor invitation letter needed for the visa file — GJX letters are limited to exhibitor staff and require a completed Exhibitor Badge Request form.
Map the Tucson gem show circuit and pick which shows to visit each day — The circuit includes GJX, AGTA GemFair, ICA Pavilion, Pueblo Gem & Mineral, 22nd Street and JOGS across late January to early February.
Shortlist gem, jewelry and lapidary suppliers and request meetings — GJX lists over 650 booths and exhibitors, so pre-booking appointments saves floor time.
Download the GJX exhibitor list and plan a daily walking route — Print or save the exhibitor list and show dates so you can navigate the tent efficiently.
Arrange airport transfer, rental car or rideshare plan — Allow extra time in peak gem show week traffic; short Downtown trips typically take 10-20 minutes.
Confirm parking strategy if self-driving — The GJX VIP Lot at 198 South Granada Avenue and Downtown Tucson garages are closest; on-street meters are free after 19:00 Monday to Saturday and all day Sunday.
Pack business-casual layers, comfortable shoes, sun protection and a rain shell — Expect mild sunny days near 19 C and cool nights near 4 C, with occasional light January showers.
Sort connectivity and payments — Buy a US SIM or travel eSIM with enough data for calls and VPN, and confirm USD card and cash arrangements.
On arrival, collect your badge early and confirm the day one meeting schedule — Arrive ahead of opening so badge collection and the first supplier appointments are not rushed.
Budget
GJX runs over 650 booths in its own tent at 198 S. Granada Avenue, Tucson. Raw space and shell scheme rates are not published on the public site; exhibiting companies receive pricing, forms and deadlines through the GJX Exhibitor Kit and New Exhibitor Kit Guide PDFs, and should confirm quotes directly with the organiser.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visitor_ticket
visitor · Guest Registration
USD 35 / per person
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visitor · B-1 business visitor visa
USD 185 / per application
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visitor · Visa Waiver Program (ESTA)
USD 21 / per application
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Guest Registration | USD 35 / per person | official | |
| visa_fee | visitor | B-1 business visitor visa | USD 185 / per application | official | |
| visa_fee | visitor | Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) | USD 21 / per application | official |
Decision
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QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
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Best for
Independent jewelry retailers, colored-stone buyers and designers sourcing wholesale gems and finished jewelry from 650+ booths at a trade-only show.
Min. budget
$350.00
Timeline
4-6 weeks for flights, Downtown hotel rooms and any US visa interview.
Risks
Downtown Tucson hotel rates spike during the late January to early February gem show weeks.
Registration is limited to buyers engaged in the gem and jewelry industry with supporting documentation.
exhibit
Assess how this option fits your objectives.
Best for
Gemstone dealers, lapidaries and jewelry manufacturers targeting US wholesale buyers; GJX hosts over 650 booths and an ICA pavilion with 127 member booths.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-4 months to secure stand space, file GJX exhibitor kits and organise freight, customs and staffing.
Risks
Raw space and shell scheme rates are not published, so the stand budget must be confirmed directly with the organiser.
2026 reporting cited tariffs and visa difficulties affecting international exhibitor and buyer turnout.
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Best for
Consumer shoppers and non-trade visitors: GJX is wholesale-to-the-trade only, with no public admission and no children under 14 permitted.
Timeline
Not applicable.
Risks
Industry documentation is required to register, so casual visitors cannot gain entry.
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