SocalEDUCATION & INSTRUCTORS
No other event series features a gathering of so many overland legends, authors, and experts. Our SoCal event will offer sessions by some of our top instructors, chefs, and travelers from around the world.
MARCH 13-14, 2027
OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER // COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA
SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-4
LIST OF PROGRAM OFFERINGS
Overland Expo SoCal will feature education and networking opportunities on a variety of topics. From beginner to advanced sessions, we have something for everyone. Learn how to plan your overland journey, how to make tasty meals on the road, or get inspired to take a trip across the border and beyond.
Reserve Your Sessions
- DaY & Weekend Passes
- About 2 weeks out from the event, download the Overland Expo app to start planning your time at the expo!
- Sign up for sessions in advance: Seminars, Roundtables, Slideshows, Activities, and Exhibitor Demos.
- Camping Passes
- About 2 weeks before the event, you will receive an email invite to sign up for classes.
- Sign up for sessions in advance: Seminars, Roundtables, Slideshows, Activities, and Exhibitor Demos.
Visit Our TEACHING AREAS
OVERLAND ESSENTIALS AREA
Are you looking to up your camping game? Want to learn what gear essentials well-traveled overlanders don’t leave home without? Spend some time in this area to learn the ins and outs of overlanding from the experts.
Backcountry & Culinary Pavilion
Want to know how certain gear functions, how seasoned travelers pack their rigs or feed themselves on the road, or what it’s like to bring your four-legged friend on your next adventure? Check out the Backcountry Skills Area for information you’re bound to put to use during your next adventure.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY AREAS
Kids Adventure Area
The Overland Expo Foundation will host the Kids RC Driving Course all weekend! Built around the TREAD principles, the Kids RC Driving Course is a challenging 1/24 RC course for young overlanders to practice their skills and learn to overland responsibly. Participants learn to stay on the trail, respect private land, to pack it in-pack it out, and much more!
Women Who Wander Pavilion
Honoring one of the fastest growing communities in the overland space, the Women Who Wander Pavilion features female-specific education and networking such as: the mechanics/body mechanics of doing vehicle maintenance as a female, safety/security, and fostering community among fellow female overlanders.
SHOWCASE & DIY VEHICLE AREA
Considering investing in an overland rig or motorcycle, and want to see how someone else has modified their rig to travel? This “show and tell” area is about vehicle and moto customizations that have been put to the test of time and miles; bring your questions. Many will also share tips on how to travel!
PRODUCT DEMO
Want to know how a specific product works? The exhibition area is the place to be. Check the schedule for times of detailed demonstrations. Look for everything from solar cooking to rooftop tents to air compressors and tow straps.
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
From backcountry cooking to tire repair on the trail, this year`s Overland Expo PNW education schedule is packed with sessions for every skill level!
Explore the education locations waiting for you in Redmond, Oregon, June 26-28:
🍽️ Backcountry and Culinary Pavilion Sponsored by @ruckerknives: Trail cooking, food prep, and water safety.
💭 Women Who Wander: Highlighting the growing role of women in overlanding while remaining open and valuable to all attendees.
🔧 Overland Essentials Area: First aid, communication and water logistics.
🚙 Showcase & DIY Vehicle Area: Rig walkthroughs and build inspiration.
📚 The Learning Lab: Fundamentals and practical how-to sessions.
🗺️ Round Table Pavilion: Expert panels on budgeting, travel medicine and destinations.
📷 Storytelling Pavilion: Photography, filmmaking and content creation.
🚚 Kids Adventure Area: Kid-friendly fun including the RC Driving Course.
Classes run all weekend long!
Click the link in our bio to read the full story on The Compass.
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Summer plans? Spend them at Overland Expo PNW! ☀️🌲 Explore incredible rigs, new gear, festival-style camping, and hands-on education—all in one place.
Want to make a full weekend out of it? Camp on-site in Redmond, Oregon, and stay close to the action. Premium, moto, and vehicle camping passes are available! ⛺
Grab your tickets and camping passes using the link in our bio. 👇
What is your all-time favorite summer overlanding story? 🌄
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Level up your driving skills before the Overland Expo PNW weekend begins! 🙌
Join us for a full day of expert hands-on vehicle training in your own vehicle on Thursday, June 25. Experience the Training Course Sponsored by @comeup.winch. Swipe to see what a day on the course looks like. 🚙
Whether you`re a beginner or a seasoned driver, our expert instructors adapt the lessons to your skill level so you can explore smarter and safer. You get to focus entirely on your driving skills for the day, freeing up your whole weekend to enjoy the rest of the event. 🥳
Included in the Thursday Training:
• Private, custom-built course with off-camber turns, hill climbs and descents, log crossings, and technical features that simulate real backcountry driving conditions. ⛰️
• Hands-on driving instruction and premium classroom education. 📚
• A low participant-to-trainer ratio for personalized feedback. 👥
• The chance to learn exactly how your rig handles (bring your own vehicle). 🚗
• Lunch provided on Thursday. 🍽️
• An extra night of camping on-site.🔥
Inventory is strictly limited to keep class sizes small and ensure everyone gets quality time with the instructors. Hit the link in our bio to add Thursday training to your camping pass today! 🎟️
*Please note that an Overland Expo PNW camping pass is required to participate.
Redmond, OR 📍 | Event Dates: June 26-28 🗓️
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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sponsors & Attendees! 🌟
We’re beyond thankful for the incredible support of our sponsors and the enthusiastic turnout from our attendees who helped make Overland Expo West 2026 possible! 🙌
A big shoutout to our Title Sponsors: @tesche_tires, @classicoverland, @papagovans, @roa_off_road, @dometic, @hondaracing_us, @ineosgrenadierarrowhead, @winnebagorvs, @renogyofficial, @crawlercaravans, @fourwheelcampers, @driveovp, @gowanderbox, @tommycampervans, @vortexoptics, @arcanewarriorglobal, @weareairstream, @fieldvans, @subaru_usa, @firestone, @granddesignrv, @evotrexnow, and @toyotausa.
Special thanks to our Supporting Sponsors: @roguevans, @keldermantrucks, @quigley4x4, @frontierunlimited, @roughcountry, @5.11, @fueloffroad, @zeromotorcycles, @gme_usa, @kammok, @torquewheels, @noroads.app, @encore_rv, @predatortires, @nokiantyresna, @redarc_electronics, @westwindmotousa, @lexususa, @redtailoverland, @methodracewheels, @overlandvehiclesystems, and @pausebypalomino.
We’re grateful to our Special Area & Event Sponsors: @nexentireusa, @midlandusa, @brsoffroad, @hankooktireusa, @topsknives, @barebonesliving, @maxxistires, @remote.vans, @openroad_4wd, mohab, @harkeroutdoors, @ironpeakcampers, @theogotoilet, @travoca.us, @pebblerv_, @1upusa, @sema_association, @offroadbusinessassociation, @aevconversions, @motorcycleriderjustice, @kumhotireusa, @equipt1, @atoverland, @quadlock, and @blackrhinowheels,
Our gratitude goes to our Media Partners: @expeditionportal, @outdoorx4, @ovrmag, @overlandjournal, @offroadtraveltv, and @xoverland.
And finally, thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating the overlanding community in Flagstaff, AZ. 🙂 Your passion, support, and presence helped make this year’s event unforgettable. We can’t wait to see you next in Redmond, OR, for Overland Expo PNW on June 26–28! 🌲🎉
Today’s Industry Spotlight features @truckduffle by WeatherGear, a brand built to keep your cargo protected when the road gets rough.
Its TruckDuffle product offers a flexible, weatherproof alternative to traditional truck bed covers, helping truck owners and overlanders keep gear secure from rain, dirt, and shifting loads.
Built on a foundation of overlanding experience, military service, and a strong commitment to reliability, WeatherGear is creating gear designed to perform when it matters most. 🛠️
Read the full story on The Compass, linked in our bio! 🧭
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Summer adventures start with the right setup. ☀️ From trail-ready comms to off-grid power, this month’s Gear Showcase is packed with gear built for those summer days.
Check out the full product descriptions on The Compass and tell us which gear stands out most! 🧭
Overland Expo PNW isn’t just another event, it’s where the overland community comes together. The connections. The conversations. The customers who truly get it. 🙌
From packed booths to nonstop engagement, exhibitors keep coming back to PNW for a reason:
- Highly engaged attendees
- Incredible community energy
- Customers who know and love the lifestyle
This is the event brands look forward to all summer, and the one attendees plan their trips around.
Booth space is going fast! Secure yours and and get ready to connect with your people June 26-28, in Redmond, Oregon. 🌲
Overland Expo West 2026 may be over, but the energy, connection, and unforgettable moments are still with us. 🔥
From inspiring rigs to new connections, this year was a celebration of the people who make this community what it is. Thank you to every attendee, exhibitor, and partner who showed up and made Overland Expo West 2026 so special. 🙌
Join us next at Overland Expo PNW in Redmond, OR, June 26-28! 😎
What was your favorite moment from Overland Expo West 2026? 🙂
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Join attendees from all over the world at this year’s Overland Expo SoCal in Costa Mesa, CA.