MARCH 14-15, 2026
OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER // COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA
SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-4
The OC Fair & Event Center is at the heart of Costa Mesa’s vibrant year-round events calendar, hosting more than 150 events and attracting more than 2 million visitors annually. The center is home to Centennial Farm, Pacific Amphitheatre and one of the largest fairs in the United States, the OC Fair.
You’ve seen the Alabama Hills many times before in movies, TV, and on the ‘gram, but maybe you’ve never experienced it from the driver’s seat?
Located off picturesque Highway 395 on the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains near the town of Lone Pine, Movie Road encompasses viewpoints of high desert and Mount Whitney, the tallest mountain in the continental United States within its 24 beautiful miles.
There isn’t a trip that is more uniquely Northern California than the Lost Coast, a collection of mostly dirt roads that starts at Highway 1 between Westport and Leggett and traverses CA State Land Trust lands and Sinkyone Wilderness State Park which includes a collection of beautiful hikes, beach access, and (paid) camping at Usal Beach.
If you haven’t explored U.S. Route 395 through California, you have no idea what you’re missing. I can honestly say that from Socal to Norcal it is an adventurer’s paradise with trails, experiences, lakes, camping, and hiking to appease anyone’s wanderlust.
The Mojave Road is a trail ideal for overlanders looking to cut their teeth on a long but moderately difficult trail. Due to extreme temperatures in the region, Springtime is the ideal time to plan this trip.
Looking for more ways to connect with others? Join one of the many overland groups traveling together before or after the show.
Expedition Portal | American Adventurist | ADVrider | Overland Bound
Looking for a scenic route that uses dirt, gravel, and paved roads to wind through remote parts of the region?
ADDITIONAL HOTEL SEARCH OPTIONS:
EXPO HOUSING SERVICES
WARNING: This is not a legitimate company. If you are contacted by them, do not use their services.
We do not allow motorhomes / RVs to camp on-site. It’s best to book a real RV park near Costa Mesa, CA.
RV PARKS IN THE COSTA MESA AREA:
Check out reviews of various RV Parks and Campgrounds in the area.
In order to keep our culture of off-the-beaten-path travel alive and well, all on-site camping is restricted to motorcycles, tents, overland vehicles, and small overland trailers ONLY.
CAMPGROUNDS IN THE AREA:
CAMPGROUND SEARCH OPTIONS:
NATIONAL FOREST CAMPGROUNDS
The Cleveland National Forest offers several campgrounds, click HERE for a list of campgrounds.
Although motorcycle rentals are not available locally in Costa Mesa, you can fly to the surrounding areas and rent adventure motorcycles at:
Los Angeles, CA – Eagle Rider Rentals & Tours
For the best route suggestions, check out this list from Indian Motorcycle of Orange County!
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?
⚡️ Power up your adventures ⚡️ Swipe to see the latest gear lighting the way — from rugged light bars and headlamps to solar panels, power outlets, and radios to keep you connected. Whether you’re off-grid for a weekend or a month, these picks will light the way and keep your devices charged 🔦🔋
Which one’s on your wish list? 👇
Full gear roundup with all the details at the 🔗 in bio
Just a handful of the adventure pups at Overland Expo East 🐾 What a good time!
If you brought your pup and they have a handle drop it in the comments 🐶
Join attendees from all over the world at this year’s Overland Expo SoCal in Costa Mesa, CA.