October 22-24, 2027 //
FRI 9-5 | SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-3
Oak Ridge Estate // ARRINGTON, VA, USA
THE WORLD'S PREMIER OVERLANDING EVENT SERIES
Comes to Arrington, VA
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.
EXHIBITors
200+ exhibitors of Overland, Adventure Travel, Outdoor, Camping & Motorcycle Gear & Equipment
EDUCATION
Prepare for your adventure with 175+ specialized classes, slideshows, demos, & activities.
COMMUNITY
Join 1,000s of overlanders from around the world during the day and stay for happy hour, the evening film festival, charity raffles, and parties.
LOCATED IN THE SCENIC BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS
Overland Expo EAST is located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains near George Washington & Jefferson National Forests, and Shenandoah National Park. The region has a lot to offer, so we’ve included suggestions for the greater region.
Photo by Chris Yuknis, @Yuke175
overland expo foundation charity dinner
Exclusively available to Overland Expo East campers and exhibitors, this special add-on dinner brings together the overlanding community for an evening of exceptional food, inspiring stories, and giving back. Every ticket supports the Overland Expo Foundation Charity Dinner mission and its featured beneficiary, Venture Unknown foundation.
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS YEAR
No other event features a gathering of so many overland legends, authors, and experts. Overland Expo EAST offers more than 270 session-hours of incredible programs—that’s 260+ different classes, slideshows, demonstrations, and activities—brought to you by 55+ instructors and presenters from around the world.
EVENT SCHEDULE — OVERLAND EXPO 2026 EAST
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2026
5pm-7pm: Happy Hour Sponsored by Overland Expo Foundation
- Location: Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
6pm-8pm: Overland Expo Foundation Charity Dinner – Inaugural Event*
- Location: Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
Friday, OCTOBER 23, 2026
Show Hours: 9am-5pm
- 200+ Exhibitors
- Educational Programming
- Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
- Official Beer of Overland Expo East Sponsored by Devils Backbone
- Storytelling Pavilion Sponsored by BFGoodrich Tires
- Backcountry & Culinary Skills Pavilion Sponsored by Storyteller Overland
- Roundtable Discussions
- Women Who Wander Pavilion
All Day: Jeep Ride and Drive
- Register at Booth #T80
5pm-7pm: Happy Hour Sponsored by General RV
- Location: Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
- Location: Outdoor Space Near the Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
7pm-9pm: Camp Subaru LIVE!
- Location: Booth #A300
Saturday, OCTOBER 24, 2026
Show Hours: 9am-5pm
- 200+ Exhibitors
- Educational Programming
- Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
- Official Beer of Overland Expo East Sponsored by Devils Backbone
- Storytelling Pavilion Sponsored by BFGoodrich Tires
- Backcountry & Culinary Skills Pavilion Sponsored by Storyteller Overland
- Roundtable Discussions
- Women Who Wander Pavilion
All Day: Jeep Ride and Drive
- Register at Booth #T80
10am-12pm: Women Who Wander Networking Event
- Location: Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
5pm-7pm: Happy Hour Sponsored by Toyo Tires
- Location: Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
7pm-9pm: Overland Expo Foundation Charity Raffle
- Location: Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
Sunday, OCTOBER 25, 2026
Show Hours: 9am-3pm
- 200+ Exhibitors
- Educational Programming
- Oasis Bar & Food Court Sponsored by Nexen Tire America
- Official Beer of Overland Expo East Sponsored by Devils Backbone
- Storytelling Pavilion Sponsored by BFGoodrich Tires
- Backcountry & Culinary Skills Pavilion Sponsored by Storyteller Overland
- Roundtable Discussions
- Women Who Wander Pavilion
All Day: Jeep Ride and Drive
- Register at Booth #T80
EXPERIENCE TRAINING
EXPERT PRESENTERS
ATTENDEE ACTIVITIES
Overland Preparedness
ADV MOTO ACTIVITIES
MOTO VENDOR VILLAGE, ADV RIDER CLASSES + WORKSHOPS
Whether you’re interested in learning new skills for an international moto adventure or staying local and just want to come out and play in the dirt, we have something for everyone.
East News & Buzz
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.
SHOWCASE & DIY
Do you have an interesting rig you want to be highlighted in our Showcase & DIY Vehicle Area? A panel of Overland Expo judges will be curating a limited selection of vehicles.
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
Finding the perfect campsite shouldn`t be the hardest part of the adventure. 🏕️
@hipcamp helps campers and overlanders discover everything from public campgrounds to unique private campsites, all in one place. Whether you`re looking for a basecamp on your way to Overland Expo or a quiet spot off the beaten path, it`s designed to make trip planning easier.
Read more on The Compass, link in bio. 🧭
Post Sponsored by Hipcamp
That’s a wrap on Overland Expo East and the 2026 event season. ❤️
From inspiring classes and hands-on learning to new gear discoveries, familiar faces, and new friendships, Arrington, Virginia gave us an unforgettable weekend.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make our final event of the year so special. 🙂
What was your favorite memory from Overland Expo East?
🎥: @trail.huntr
From our team to this incredible community, thank you. ❤️
Thank you for showing up, sharing your stories, supporting one another, and making Overland Expo East another weekend to remember.
We’ll see you at an Overland Expo in 2027. 🙌
Don’t forget to share your trip with us! 📸
Alli Jackson, Marketing & Content Director, encourages attendees to share their favorite Overland Expo moments and tag us! 🙂
New gear alert. 🚨
The Sink Cube, Grill Cube, and Kitchen Cube from @algorithmoverland all pack down into compact aluminum and steel cubes, making camp setup a whole lot easier. Plus, they come in a range of colors to match your build. 🤙
Take it from Heather: camping is part of the experience. 🏕️
Heather Scheiffele, Client & Attendee Relations Manager, recommends experiencing the event as a Premium or Forest Camping attendee. More time on-site means more opportunities to connect, explore, and make the most of your weekend.
Classic Defender. Modern overland build. 🏕️🔥
@ok4wd brought out this 1989 Defender 110, featuring a @cummins R2.8 and a @redarc_electronics power system. A perfect example of the creativity and craftsmanship found throughout Overland Expo East.
29,000 miles. 28 countries. One unforgettable adventure. 🌍🏍️
Chad Hoffman shares the stories, challenges, and lessons from a six-month motorcycle journey around the world. The trip inspired his book Hotrod`s Ride to the Other Side, and no destination left a bigger mark than Mongolia.
THE WORLD IS OUT THERE GO SEE IT!
Join attendees from all over the world at this year’s Overland Expo East in Arrington, VA.
















