SocalMedia APPLICATION

MARCH 14-15, 2026
OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER // COSTA MESA, CA, USA
SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-4

Media Credentials Application SoCal 2026

Overland Expo SoCal / March 14-15, 2026 / OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa, CA, USA. Before proceeding with your application, please carefully review all requirements below. Even if you have been pre-approved for previous Overland Expo events, you are still required to complete this application. Do not apply if you do not meet the requirements.

Media Credential Requirements

Due to the high volume of applications, you must meet and provide proof of at least ONE of the following criteria to be considered: Professional Employment - You must be a verified employee of a professional print magazine, newspaper, or online media site that is not a personal blog (see blog-specific criteria below). Freelance Assignment or Proven Track Record - Freelance journalists or photographers must provide proof of an active assignment from a professional print magazine, newspaper, or online media outlet that is not a personal blog. If no current assignment is available, you must demonstrate a history of published work. Established Blog Ownership - Blog owners must have a significant following within a relevant industry (see below for blog-specific criteria). Priority is given to working media professionals with assignments and those representing established print, video, or online media outlets.

IF YOU ARE A BLOGGER, YOU MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

Eligibility Requirements: Longevity - Your site must have been active for several years. Readership - Successful applicants typically have a large audience, with blog traffic exceeding 100,000+ page views. Influence - You should have at least 10,000+ followers across social media platforms and demonstrate a strong, authentic connection with the overlanding community. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THESE CRITERIA.
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For Bloggers

Due to the high volume of media credential requests from bloggers, please provide responses to the following questions:
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