March 15-16, 2025 //
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
250+ 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 2025 SOCAL
Saturday, March 15, 2025
9am-5pm: Show Hours
- 250+ Exhibitors
- 100+ Hours of Educational Programming
- Overland Essentials Area
- Backcountry & Culinary Pavilion
- DIY & Showcase Area
- Oasis Bar & Food Court
- Roundtable Discussions
5pm-7pm:
- Happy Hour
- Overland Expo Foundation Charity Raffle
Sunday, March 16, 2025
9am-4pm: Show Hours
- 250+ Exhibitors
- 100+ Hours of Educational Programming
- Overland Essentials Area
- Backcountry & Culinary Pavilion
- DIY & Showcase Area
- Oasis Bar & Food Court
- 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
Tour this DIY Ford F250 overland camper built for long term off-grid travel! Tim and Tanya transformed a basic truck into the ultimate mobile home in just 7 months—inspired by years of living small while sailing the world 🌎
This rugged rig has it all:
🛠️ Tons of organized storage space
🚿 A full bathroom with toilet & shower
🍳 A fully equipped kitchen
🛏️ A foldable bed for day-to-night living space
Ready to be inspired? Watch the full tour on YouTube (linkinbio)
Did you DIY your rig or would you consider going this route?
🎥 @brooks_roe
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#DIYCamper #OverlandCamper #FordF250 #OffGridLiving #TruckCamper #VanLife #OverlandRig
More than just the latest gear and coolest vehicles — at Overland Expo, you get to meet the passionate, driven, and adventurous people behind the brands that shape your outdoor adventures 🏔️
From big-name brands to family businesses and small, creative startups, this incredible community comes together at every event to showcase gear that enhances how you explore the world. There’s no better way to experience the excitement than by seeing it all in person — and connecting with the makers who bring these epic products to life. ⚙️
👋 Who are you excited to see? Tag your favorite brand!
📍 Which Overland Expo are you headed to this year? Let us know in the comments!
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#overlandexpo #overlandgear #overlandvehicles #meetthemakers #overlandadventure #overlandcommunity
ANTISHANTY was founded with a simple vision: to build a rugged, adaptable trailer for any outdoor enthusiast. They create lightweight, off-road, modular, hard-sided dwellings constructed of sustainable materials that do not rot or mold over time with no canvas or wood.
Each product is designed with flexibility and functionality in mind so you can make it your own, enhance your outdoor experience, and DWELL DIFFERENT.
🇺🇸 Plus, all @antishantyusa products are manufactured in the USA using aircraft grade aluminum to ensure durability and longevity.
🧭 Read the full story and learn about their game changing products at the link in bio.
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#antishanty #dwelldifferent #madeintheUSA #hardsided #modular #overlandgear #overlandtrailer #offroadtrailer #campertrailer
As we roll into 2025, we’re reflecting on the incredible journeys we’ve shared and looking ahead to an epic year of adventure ✨
We’ve got lots in store this year including our very first SoCal event this March, and we couldn’t be more excited. From groundbreaking new gear and incredible rigs to the inspiring people that come to our events and the opportunities to connect, there’s so much to look forward to!
📍 Do you have any adventures planned for this year or any on your wish list? Let us know what you’ll be getting up to - we can’t wait to hear where you’re headed 🏔️
Here’s to a year filled with discovery, connection, and exploration 🎉
Photos:
1. Celebrating Overland Expo’s 15th anniversary at Overland Expo West
2. Inspiration at Overland Expo PNW
3. Kicking off happy hour at Overland Expo Mtn West
4. Ending a beautiful day at Overland Expo East
#OverlandExpo #OverlandLife #AdventureAwaits #OverlandCommunity
Last chance to save on tickets for all 2025 Overland Expo events! Early Bird pricing ends at midnight on 12/31 🔥
Snag your tickets now to score the lowest prices available and start making plans for an adventure filled year 🚐✨
We hope you’re enjoying the holidays and can’t wait to see you in 2025! 🎉
Which events will you be at? Let us know 👀
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#overlandexpo #overlandexpo2025 #overlandevent #overlandcommunity
The best views are the hardest to get to! The Open Country R/T Trail is built to get you there, featuring extra-thick shoulder and sidewalk lugs that grip dirt, sand, mud, and snow.
🎥: @toyotires
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#toyotires #teamtoyo #toughertire
This holiday season, don’t just give a gift—give the gift of adventure! Whether it’s for the thrill-seeker, the wanderer, or the dreamer in your life, Overland Expo tickets are the perfect way to spark new journeys and create unforgettable memories. 🎁✨
Treat yourself, too! Make 2025 the year you embrace the open road and wild horizons 🗺️
🎟️ Grab your tickets before 12/31 to lock in the best price and kickstart your next epic adventure!
🌎 Tag someone you’d love to explore the world with, let us know which event(s) you’ll be at, and let’s make this a holiday filled with dreams of the road ahead.
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#GiftOfAdventure #OverlandExpo #OverlandExpo2025 #ExploreMore #OverlandLife #HolidayGiftsDoneRight #HolidayGiftIdeas
Looking for a gift for the traveler in your life? Check out @Wildsam’s iconic field guides. Their beautiful books about cities, National Parks, iconic regions and epic road trips gather intel from across the map.
📚 Check out their 60+ Field Guides at the link in bio and use code OVERLAND for 20% off your order 🎁
📷 @jenna_kahn
#WildsamOpenRoad
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.