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
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Adventure is out there and OutdoorX4 is here to help you find it!
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The Overland Expo East 2025 map is live! 🍁 Swipe for a sneak peek, then hit the link in our bio for a larger viewing experience 👀
Here`s what you`ll find:
🔸Brand booths you won`t want to miss
🔸Education areas & special event locations
🔸Creator & Showcase areas to meet your favorite creators and explore cool rigs
🔸Kids Adventure Area for young explorers
🔸Camping zones for those of you camping with us
... and so much more
⏳ The countdown is on - Overland Expo East is just over 2 weeks away! Will we see you there?
🎟️ Forest & Premium Camping are sold out, but you can still grab Weekend Passes with Camping (and more!). They’re moving quick—lock yours in asap!
Luno is rewriting the rules of car camping with gear built for the road, the wild, and everything in between.
🥇 First brand fully dedicated to in-vehicle camping
💪 Rugged gear built to endure
🏕️ Designed by campers, for campers
📍 Created and tested in Bend, Oregon
🙌 Backed by a 3-year and lifetime warranties
Luno redefines vehicle-based camping with gear tailored specifically for sleeping safely and comfortably inside your vehicle - not on top, and not beside it.
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The right gear can turn your overlanding and outdoor adventures into gourmet experiences 🌄🍳
👉 Swipe through for a taste of camp kitchen innovation and see how you can elevate your cooking game on the trail.
From fully equipped slide-out kitchens to the most crave-worthy freeze-dried meals, this month’s Gear Showcase is packed with contenders that turn any campsite into a true outdoor cooking HQ.
Which setup would you bring on your next adventure? 🚙✨
Head to The Compass on overlandexpo.com (link in bio) for all the details.
🔥 GIVEAWAY 🔥 Win a pair of Weekend Passes to Overland Expo East in Arrington, VA taking place October 3-5, 2025! 🎉
This is the ultimate East Coast overlanding, camping, and adventure travel event — with world-class gear and vehicles, hands-on demos, inspiring classes, and a chance to connect with thousands of fellow adventurers. If you’ve ever dreamed of leveling up your rig or planning your next big trip, or just checking out what it’s all about, this is the event you don’t want to miss. 🌎✨
👉 It`s super easy to enter: just hit the link in our bio.
For bonus points:
1️⃣ Follow @overlandexpo
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag your friends!
One lucky winner will be chosen on Friday, September 19 and notified via email.
Good luck — we can’t wait to see you in Virginia for an epic weekend! 🚙💨
⚠️ Note: The winner will be contacted via email from the Overland Expo Team. We will never ask for payment info. Please report any suspicious accounts pretending to be us.
Our final event of the year - Overland Expo East - is just 3 weeks away! We couldn`t be more excited to bring you an epic weekend of rigs, gear, adventure, education, and community on the East coast 🚐🍁🛻
Scope out the full sponsor and exhibitor list (🔗 in bio) and be sure to join us October 3-5 in Arrington, VA 🥳
👇 Let us know if you`re coming and who you`re excited to see!
🎟️ Forest & Premium Camping are already sold out - grab your tickets now!
Stay connected no matter how far you roam ⛰️✨
The 2025 Ultimate Overland Vehicle is built to keep you online, charged up, and in touch—no matter how far you push past the edges of the map.
Swipe to check out the connection + power gear onboard:
📻 @midlandusa – MicroMobile Two-Way Radio + Antenna
🌐 @zoleolifeus – Global Satellite Communicator
⚡️ @xantrextechnology – Freedom X 2000 Inverter + Remote Panel
📡 @redzonewirelessinternet – Cradlepoint-Ericcson X-10 Router
🔋 @battlebornbatteries – 270Ah 12V Heated GC3 LiFePO4 Kit
Huge thanks to our build partners for creating gear that helps adventurers stay safe, powered, and connected out there 🙌
🔗 Tap the link in bio for the full build + gear breakdown.
📸: 1 - @davidkerstan, 2-6 @andysedano
Overland Expo East is rolling into Arrington, Virginia, October 3-5, 2025! Join us for the ultimate weekend dedicated to overlanding, camping, and adventure travel.
Here’s what’s in store:
⚙️ 200+ tops brands with the latest overlanding, camping, and outdoor gear and vehicles
🔥 Exclusive show only deals and gear specials
🎓 100+ expert-led classes and demos
🍻 Happy hours, raffles, parties, and special events
🥳 Family friendly activities and programming for kids
🏕️ On-site camping for easy access to everything
❗️Forest Camping is already sold out and there are only a handful of Premium Camping spots remaining.
🎟️ Grab your tickets now and start planning your adventure!
👇 Let us know if we’ll see you there!
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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.