SocalEDUCATION & INSTRUCTORS
No other event series features a gathering of so many overland legends, authors, and experts. Our premier SoCal event will offer sessions by some of our top instructors, chefs, and travelers from around the world.
MARCH 14-15, 2026
OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER // COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA
SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-4
LIST OF PROGRAM OFFERINGS
Overland Expo SoCal will feature education and networking opportunities on a variety of topics. From beginner to advanced sessions, we have something for everyone. Learn how to plan your overland journey with Graham Jackson, how to make your own dehydrated meals with Connie Rodman, or get inspired to up your photography game with National Geographic Photographer, Mylo Fowler.
Reserve Your Sessions
- DaY & Weekend Passes
- About 2 weeks out from the event, download the Overland Expo app to start planning your time at the expo!
- Sign up for sessions in advance: Seminars, Roundtables, Slideshows, Activities, and Exhibitor Demos.
- Camping Passes
- About 2 weeks before the event, you will receive an email invite to sign up for classes.
- Sign up for sessions in advance: Seminars, Roundtables, Slideshows, Activities, and Exhibitor Demos.
Visit Our TEACHING AREAS
HANDS-ON PAVILIONS
Our training pavilions get you out of the classroom and into the field. Each year we bring you technical classes essential for overlanding. Rotating topics to cover everything from how-tos about electronics to hands-on maintenance and roadside repairs to first aid and injury assessment to showing how to set up gear and what to take with you (and sometimes leave behind).
CLASSROOMS
With our numerous navigation classes, there are no more excuses for getting lost when your GPS dies. Learn communications skills to enhance your overland experience. Brush up on your art of travel techniques with photography and videography classes. Stay safe with situational awareness tips from experts in their field. No matter if you drive a truck or motorcycle, we’ve got classes for you.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY AREAS
OVERLAND ESSENTIALS AREA
Are you looking to up your camping game? Want to learn what gear essentials well-traveled overlanders don’t leave home without? Spend some time in this area to learn the ins and outs of overlanding from the experts.
Backcountry & Culinary Pavilion
Want to know how certain gear functions, how seasoned travelers pack their rigs or feed themselves on the road, or what it’s like to bring your four-legged friend on your next adventure? Check out the Backcountry Skills Area for information you’re bound to put to use during your next adventure.
SHOWCASE & DIY VEHICLE AREA
Considering investing in an overland rig or motorcycle, and want to see how someone else has modified their rig to travel? This “show and tell” area is about vehicle and moto customizations that have been put to the test of time and miles; bring your questions. Many will also share tips on how to travel!
PRODUCT DEMO
Want to know how a specific product works? The exhibition area is the place to be. Check the schedule for times of detailed demonstrations. Look for everything from solar cooking to rooftop tents to air compressors and tow straps.
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
Weekend vibes ✨ Still reminiscing about the amazing time we had at Overland Expo East — there’s truly nothing like this community 🙌
Thank you again to everyone who came out and made it unforgettable. We hope your weekend is filled with great people, new adventures, and plenty of time outdoors 🌲
We’re already hard at work behind the scenes gearing up for another incredible year of events, adventure, community, and education. Stay tuned — big things are coming! 🚙💨
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#overlandexpo #overlandexpoeast #overlandevent #overlandcommunity
Just a handful of the cool rigs we spotted at Overland Expo East 🔥 Which is your favorite and which ones did we miss?
⚡️ Power up your adventures ⚡️ Swipe to see the latest gear lighting the way — from rugged light bars and headlamps to solar panels, power outlets, and radios to keep you connected. Whether you’re off-grid for a weekend or a month, these picks will light the way and keep your devices charged 🔦🔋
Which one’s on your wish list? 👇
Full gear roundup with all the details at the 🔗 in bio
Just a handful of the adventure pups at Overland Expo East 🐾 What a good time!
If you brought your pup and they have a handle drop it in the comments 🐶
What a weekend! Huge thank you again to everyone who came out for Overland Expo East! What an epic way to wrap up our 2025 event season 🙌
To every attendee, camper, brand, instructor, volunteer, staff member, and even all the adventure pups — YOU are what make this community and these events so special ✨
👉 Check out the event recap page (🔗 in bio) for photo galleries, highlights, and more.
And if you’re not getting our weekly newsletter yet… you’re missing out! 💌 Join Overland News at the link in bio to stay in the loop on upcoming events, gear, and all things overlanding 🌍
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That’s a wrap on Overland Expo East 2025, our final event of the year! What an incredible weekend 🤩
Were you there? What was your favorite part?
Huge shoutout to our sponsors, exhibitors, instructors, staff, and everyone who came out and made this a truly unforgettable event 🙌
📺 See the full recap video on our YouTube channel for more highlights
🧭 Overland Expo 2026 dates are live on our website - save the dates and road trip with us next year! Tickets on sale soon 😎
🎥 @trail.huntr
Day 2 of Overland Expo East was a blast! The last day of our final event of the year is kicking off. It’s a beautiful day and we’re out here until 3pm - come on down! ☀️🛻🎉
🎟️ Tickets at the link in bio and on-site.
Who’s here today? How has your weekend been?
📷 @alexabrookephoto_
Day 1 of Overland Expo East is a wrap, Day 2 let’s goooooo 🔥
We’ve got an epic day planned, gates are open, come on down! 🚐🛻🎉
Who’s here and who’s coming out today?
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#overlandexpo #overlandexpoeast
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.