So glad we got in before the season ends! They close April 14th for the season due to the heat…read more The employees are super friendly, there is an INCREDIBLE selection this place is HUGE. Lots of great deals too-the prices are very reasonable and their clearance items are also well priced. So many gorgeous stone, gem, crystal and artisan pieces. Every time we pass through Quartzite I make a point to come here and it doesn't disappoint. If you're passing through Quartzite you should definitely make a point to stop by and look around.

This place of business is huge with rows and rows of goods. They sell small and large minerals,…read moregemstones, carved rock, jewelry and supplies, beads, charms, silver, seashells and much more. You may use a small basket or rolling cart for your goods. We found a few things to purchase. My girlfriend even found a large mineral to buy. Happy shoppers! They have their own parking lot.

The guy here is just awesome. He's a scruffy, toothless, half crazy rock hound. But he was funny…read moreand seemed to know his stuff. He showed me how the rusty water that had collected at the bottom of a barrel had accidentally dyed many of the tumbled rocks inside and how that coloration would penetrate some levels of the rock while being repelled by a neighboring layer. Differing levels of porosity within a two inch stone. Fascinating.

Hank is the man I came away with a 400 million year fossil…read moresection that was turned/milled into a vase and a huge 85lb cathredal amethyst and a nice 4.5 Lb smoky quartz

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.

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.

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.

Owner has a large selection. Very friendly and helpful. Offer classes. Lots of fun…read more I don't have to drive far to get supplies I need for painting or crocheting.

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.

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.

Jim if you're reading this thanks so much for all the rock and crystal knowledge you shared with…read moreme! This place has soooo many rocks and crystals to choose from that I wish I would've had more time. I'm very happy to have found the perfect little moonstone, clear quartz and other fun treasures AND they were such a good deal!! If you're in the area I highly recommend making a pit stop here, me and my little one had the best time. Oh and it's cash only so go prepared!

good rock shop and they will negotiate on price. Nice selection and local material.In high ali flea…read moremarket.