SOCALOutdoor Lifestyle Pavilion
MARCH 14-15, 2026
OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER // COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA
SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-4
Overland Expo SoCal
Outdoor lifestyle pavilion
NEW to Overland Expo SoCal – The Outdoor Lifestyle Pavilion is your gateway to the best gear for life outdoors. Whether you’re planning your next overland journey, gearing up for camping season, or simply love exploring the wild, this is the place to find everything you need.
What is overlanding?
o·ver·land
/ˈōvərˌland/
VERB – “Overlanding” has taken on a variety of different meanings in recent years. To us, overlanding is self-sufficient vehicle or adventure motorcycle travel where the journey itself is the goal.
At its core, overlanding is about exploration. Whether traveling by truck or motorcycle, overlanding is about riding the road less traveled and immersing yourself in the environments and cultures you encounter.
Plan Your visit
Overland Expo SoCal attracts a passionate community of adventurers, overlanders, and outdoor lovers. Connect with like-minded explorers, share stories, and get inspired for your next trip.
- Dates: March 14–15, 2026
- Location: OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa, CA
Current 2026 Sponsors & EXHIBITORS
Our Exhibitor List is now LIVE! Sort by category “Outdoors” to find brands ready to send you on your next adventure.
Sponsor & Exhibitor Testimonials
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
Big News: Tickets for all 2026 Overland Expo events are LIVE! 🚐✨
🌎 Get ready for an epic year of adventure at five events across the US packed with education, community, and all things overlanding and adventure travel. Whether you’re new to the scene or a seasoned traveler, there’s no better place to learn, connect, and get inspired for your next journey.
️️🎟️ Tickets are ON SALE NOW — and we’re kicking things off with the lowest prices you’ll see! Don’t miss your chance to snag Early Bird pricing before it ends on 12/31 (Link in bio!)
🔥 Which event(s) are you joining us for? Tag your crew and start planning your adventure. We can’t wait to see you next year!
🎁 Our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide is live! Scope out gift ideas for every type of adventurer at every budget. From unique stocking stuffers to major gear items and everything in between, you`re sure to find the perfect gift (or something to add to your wishlist).
🔥 Don`t miss all the special offers and holiday deals in this guide as well!
👉 Swipe for a few top picks and find the full guide on OverlandExpo.com (🔗 in bio)
We’re gearing up for another incredible year of Overland Expo events!
🎟️ Tickets for all 2026 events drop very soon - stay tuned and grab yours early to lock in the best price! 🚙💨
Overland Expo East will once again close out the season in the Fall with exact dates to be announced in the coming weeks 🍂
We can’t wait to hit the road and see everyone out there next year! In the meantime, we’re hard at work behind the scenes getting ready for another epic year of adventure — with plenty of surprises in store 🌎✨
So spooky 👻 What`s your haunted house?
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#overlandexpo #halloween #nightmare #hauntedhouse #hauntedhousebut
Born in a SoCal apartment and built on grit 💪—RiG’d set out to create gear that could actually keep up with real overland life.
From the original UltraSwing that changed how we carry spares and bikes, to the RambleRack with its rock-solid design, this crew engineers everything for repeat abuse—because adventure doesn’t happen on smooth roads 🛞
And when manufacturing challenges hit? They went full-send, bringing all fabrication in-house to stay true to their values and keep it Made in the USA 🇺🇸
👉 Swipe through to see how RiG’d is redefining what overland gear can do. Then head to The Compass on OverlandExpo.com to read the full story (🔗 in bio).
It`s HERE 🔥 The 2025 Ultimate Builds are live on auction on @bringatrailer!
🌄 Own a one-of-a-kind overland rig AND give back to the projects that keep adventure alive. 100% of auction proceeds support the @overlandexpofoundation—protecting trails, preserving lands, and uplifting the overland community.
🛻 This year`s Ultimate Overland Vehicle - a 2025 @gmc Sierra 2500HD AT4X @aevconversions Edition with an @overlandexplorervehicles Back Country Camper and a host of upgrades from leading brands in the industry.
🏍️ This year`s Ultimate Overland Motorcycle - a 2024 @suzukicycles V-STROM 800DE outfitted with everything you need to travel farther, pack smarter, and ride safer.
⏰ Auction closes October 29 — don’t miss your chance to own one of these epic builds! Bid at the 🔗 in bio.
📷: 1 - @andysedano_, 2 - @megjacobsenphotography
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! 🚙💨
🎥 @trail.huntr
#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?
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