March 14-15, 2026 //
SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-4
OC Fair & Event Center // Costa Mesa, CA, USA
THE WORLD'S PREMIER OVERLANDING EVENT SERIES
Comes to Costa Mesa, CA
Overland Expo® is the premier overlanding event series in the world—no other event offers the scope of classes taught by the world’s leading experts alongside a professional-level trade show that brings together all the camping and vehicle and motorcycle equipment and services you need to Get Outfitted. Get Trained. Get Inspired. Get Going.
CAMPING
On-site camping with fellow adventurers sharing stories from the road.
EXHIBITors
300+ exhibitors of Overland, Adventure Travel, Outdoor, Camping & Motorcycle Gear & Equipment.
EDUCATION
Prepare for your adventure with 100+ specialized classes, slideshows, demos, & activities.
COMMUNITY
Join 1,000s of overlanders from around the world during the day and stay for happy hour.
LOCATED IN COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA
Overland Expo SoCal takes place in Costa Mesa, just minutes from Southern California’s stunning coastline. Located near the Santa Ana Mountains, Cleveland National Forest, and iconic beaches, the area offers endless outdoor adventures.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS YEAR
No other event features a gathering of so many overland legends, authors, and experts. Overland Expo SoCal offers more than 100 session-hours of incredible programs—that’s 100+ different classes, slideshows, demonstrations, and activities—brought to you by 50+ instructors and presenters from around the world.
EVENT SCHEDULE — OVERLAND EXPO 2026 SOCAL
Saturday, March 14, 2026
9am-5pm: Show Hours
- 300+ Exhibitors
- 100+ Hours of Educational Programming
- Overland Essentials Area
- Backcountry & Culinary Pavilion
- DIY & Showcase Area
- Oasis Bar & Food Court
- BIVVY
- Roundtable Discussions
5pm-7pm:
- Happy Hour
- Overland Expo Foundation Charity Raffle
Sunday, March 15, 2026
9am-4pm: Show Hours
- 300+ Exhibitors
- 100+ Hours of Educational Programming
- Overland Essentials Area
- Backcountry & Culinary Pavilion
- DIY & Showcase Area
- Oasis Bar & Food Court
- BIVVY
- Roundtable Discussions
EXPERIENCE TRAINING
EXPERT PRESENTERS
ATTENDEE ACTIVITIES
Overland Preparedness
WAYS You Can ATTEND & PARTICIPATE:
ATTENDEES
Want to see what Overland Expo is all about? Check out your options—everything from general admission day passes to class-taking packages for the entire weekend. Bring the whole family!
EXHIBITORS
Are you part of an overland-related business and want to exhibit at Overland Expo? Find out more about displaying and/or selling products.
INSTRUCTORS
Would you like to teach a skill to other overlanders? Present a slideshow about your latest travels? Join the teaching team.
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
Overland Expo SoCal is THIS WEEKEND March 14-15 at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, CA! 🚨
Get ready for the largest overlanding event in Southern California featuring:
🛠️ 400+ off-road and outdoor brands
📚 100+ hours of expert-led classes and product demos
🚙 Custom rigs on display
🎉 In-booth parties, happy hours, and more!
Who’s joining us at Overland Expo SoCal this weekend? Tag your crew! 👀
🎟️ Buy tickets online for the best price!
#OverlandExpoSoCal #CostaMesa #California #OCFairAndEventCenter #Overlanding AdventureGear
@ROA_Off_Road off is heading to Overland Expo SoCal, and they’re bringing serious off-grid camping capability with them.
Join the ROA team at Booth #GG-1115 from March 14-15, 2026 to tour the latest MDC off-road campers built for true overlanding performance. Attendees can step inside fully equipped rigs featuring independent suspension, lithium power systems, solar packages, and real-world off-grid setups for extended camping trips.
The team will be offering exclusive show pricing and expert walk-throughs to help you find the perfect trailer for your style of camping. ROA Off-Road will be on-site to answer questions and talk capability, durability, and long-term ownership.
Stop by, meet the crew, and see why more overlanders are choosing ROA to power their next expedition!
Ready to take your van build to the next level? 🚐 This month’s Gear Showcase is all about van builders and the accessories that make your rig unstoppable. From fully electric cabins and cutting-edge tech to fender flares and PowerLift Bike Racks, we’ve got everything you need to elevate your adventure game. 🛠️
What’s the one accessory your van can’t live without? Drop your must-haves below! 👇
Click the link in bio to explore the full gear lineup on The Compass! 🧭
#overlandexpo #vanlife #overlandinggear #vanbuild #adventuregear
Join @xoverland, @overlandjournal, and @expeditionportal at Booth #GG-2070 during Overland Expo SoCal to meet members of the Overland Collective team, hear stories from their 25,000-mile Milestones expedition, check out their latest builds, and snag some merch!
The only acceptable ‘you up?’ text this weekend: Overland Expo SoCal edition. 👏 Grab your tickets and let’s go!
#OverlandExpoSoCal #ThisWeekend #OverlandExpo #CostaMesa #California #OCFair&EventCenter
@ARB4x4usa returns as an official sponsor, showcasing its latest off-road and overlanding innovations. Headlining the display is the Earth Camper build, a fully integrated setup built for serious adventure. Attendees can also check out ARB’s all-new truck cap for the Toyota Tacoma, designed for seamless fit, security, and cargo versatility, plus a newly outfitted Toyota 4Runner equipped with premium protection, suspension, and recovery gear. Don’t miss the debut of the new ARB winch, delivering next-generation pulling power and durability for demanding recoveries. Whether you’re planning weekend trips or full expeditions, this is a must-see stop. Come meet the team, explore the gear, and get inspired for your next journey.
@offroadtraveltv is the only weekly program on television devoted to off-road adventure travel and the overland lifestyle. Tune in every week as they explore backroads and byways looking for adventure and unique experiences around the globe. In 2026 the crew visits Iceland to drive 4x4’s, the Virgin Islands and Hawaii to drive UTV’s, then they ride adventure bikes to the Arctic Circle and much more before capping off the season with a trip to Bali to drive UTV’s in this jungle paradise. Along the way they also test and evaluate dozens of products throughout the year from off-road trailers to the latest in overland gear and accessories.
Off-Road Travel TV airs every Sunday at 9:30am on the Racer network with re-airs throughout the week. Off-Road Travel TV is also available on most major streaming services and all episodes are available on their website at http://www.offroadtraveltv.com/video
@bajadesigns the leader in aftermarket off-road lighting, is heading to Overland Expo SoCal 2026 come find them at Booth # GG-2120.
With over 30 years of developing off-road lighting, Baja Designs has engineered lights built to survive anything from race trucks ripping through Baja Mexico to cross-country adventures up to the Arctic circle. One thing is certain: these lights can survive anywhere.
Stop by and check out their vehicle-specific lighting systems that are 100% plug-and-play. Spend less time wrenching and more time out on the trails.
See you out there. 🤙
THE WORLD IS OUT THERE GO SEE IT!
Join attendees from all over the world at this year’s Overland Expo SoCal in Costa Mesa, CA.