The Ultimate Guide to Van Life Events & Expos in 2025

Whether you're a seasoned van lifer or just dipping your toes into the lifestyle, 2025 is packed with incredible events designed to bring the community together. From adventure expos to niche gatherings, here’s your ultimate guide to must-attend van life events in 2025!

San Diego Auto Show
Dates: Dec 28 - Jan 1, 2025
📍 Location: San Diego Convention Center
A premier event showcasing the latest vehicles and innovations in the automotive industry, including vans and camper conversions.

Pride in the Desert
Dates: Jan 9 - 13, 2025
📍 Location: Quartzsite, AZ
A celebration of diversity and inclusion within the van life and RV community, featuring workshops, social events, and community-building activities.

Xscapers Annual Bash 2025
Dates: Jan 11 - 19, 2025
📍 Location: Lake Havasu, AZ
One of the biggest gatherings for full-time nomads and digital nomads, packed with educational sessions, entertainment, and community fun.

International Sportsmen’s Expos
Dates: Jan 16 - 19, 2025
📍 Location: Sacramento, CA
An expo featuring everything outdoor enthusiasts love—from overlanding gear to fishing, hunting, and camping essentials.

Q25 YouTube RV Rally
Dates: Jan 17 - 27, 2025
📍 Location: Quartzsite, AZ
A meet-up designed for YouTube creators and fans in the RV and van life space, with workshops on content creation and networking opportunities.

Escapar a la Baja
Dates: Jan 29 - Feb 3, 2025
📍 Location: San Juan de la Costa, Baja California Sur, MX
A scenic adventure along the Baja coast, perfect for van lifers looking for an off-grid getaway.

Liftoff! A VanFest Experience
Dates: Feb 6 - 10, 2025
📍 Location: Melbourne, FL
A van life festival featuring live music, workshops, and community-building activities.

SkooliePalooza
Dates: Feb 7 - 14, 2025
📍 Location: Quartzsite, AZ
One of the largest gatherings of converted school bus dwellers, filled with educational sessions and social events.

Camp Shred
Dates: March 1 - 2, 2025
📍 Location: Cardiff, CA
The world’s largest surf demo event, bringing together van lifers and outdoor enthusiasts for a weekend of waves and fun.

Denver RV Show
Dates: March 7 - 10, 2025
📍 Location: Denver, CO
A massive showcase of the latest RVs, campervans, and outdoor adventure gear.

TinyFest
Dates: March 8 - 9, 2025
📍 Location: San Diego, CA
A celebration of tiny living, including tiny homes, van conversions, and alternative lifestyles.

Overland Expo SoCal
Dates: March 15 - 16, 2025
📍 Location: OC Convention Center, CA
An immersive event featuring overlanding gear, workshops, and expert panels.

Rigs & Brew
Dates: April 6, 2025
📍 Location: Duck Foot Brewery, San Diego, CA
A laid-back van life meetup featuring custom builds, beer, and great company.

Sea Otter Classic
Dates: April 10 - 13, 2025
📍 Location: Monterey, CA
A huge outdoor sports festival with biking, overlanding, and adventure gear showcases.

Van Jam Campout
Dates: April 17 - 21, 2025
📍 Location: Boulevard, CA
A fun and relaxed van life gathering featuring live music, workshops, and campfire chats.

Adventure Van Expo – Ventura, CA
Dates: May 9 - 10, 2025
📍 Location: Ventura, CA
A showcase of the latest in adventure van conversions, offering hands-on workshops, product demos, and expert advice for those looking to upgrade or build their own van.

Overland Expo West – Flagstaff, AZ
Dates: May 16 - 18, 2025
📍 Location: Flagstaff, AZ
A premier event for overlanders, featuring a wide variety of gear, workshops, and seminars focused on off-grid living, overlanding, and van life.

Peace Love & Vans – Withlacoochee River Park, FL
Dates: June 22 - 23, 2025
📍 Location: Withlacoochee River Park, FL
A relaxing and laid-back festival for van lifers, celebrating peace, love, and community, with yoga sessions, live music, and scenic camping.

Overland Expo PNW – Redmond, OR
Dates: June 27 - 29, 2025
📍 Location: Redmond, OR
A must-attend event for overlanding enthusiasts in the Pacific Northwest, with workshops on everything from vehicle recovery to sustainable living and off-road camping.

Adventure Van Expo – Evergreen, CO
Dates: July 26 - 27, 2025
📍 Location: Evergreen, CO
A gathering for adventure van lovers to explore new products, conversion ideas, and meet other enthusiasts in the heart of the Colorado mountains.

Overland Expo Mountain West – Loveland, CO
Dates: Aug 22 - 24, 2025
📍 Location: Loveland, CO
The ultimate expo for mountain-bound van lifers and overlanders, featuring outdoor gear, workshops, and an array of adventure vehicles ready for the toughest terrain.

Overland Expo East – Arrington, VA
Dates: Oct 3 - 5, 2025
📍 Location: Arrington, VA
A comprehensive event showcasing outdoor gear, van conversions, and expert presentations, perfect for those living or looking to live the van life on the East Coast.

Adventure Van Expo – San Juan Capistrano, CA
Dates: Oct 4 - 5, 2025
📍 Location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
A celebration of all things adventure vans, including workshops, product demos, and a chance to meet the experts and influencers shaping the van life movement.

Mount Laguna Trail Fest – Mount Laguna, CA
Dates: Oct 18 - 20, 2025
📍 Location: Mount Laguna, CA
For those who love hiking and the outdoors, this event brings together van lifers and adventure seekers for a weekend of trails, van meetups, and outdoor fun.

Van-O-Ween – Apache Junction, AZ
Dates: Oct 30 - Nov 3, 2025
📍 Location: Apache Junction, AZ
A spooky and fun van life gathering filled with costume contests, campfire tales, and haunted adventures around the campgrounds.

Get Ready for an Unforgettable 2025!

With so many exciting events on the horizon, there's no shortage of opportunities to connect with fellow van lifers, learn new skills, and explore incredible destinations. Mark your calendars and start planning your next adventure today!

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