Events.

Nevada · by WE Rock Events

WE Rock's Western Series Round 3 is a two-day pro and amateur rock-crawling competition at Moon Rocks OHV Area outside Reno, Nevada, run as a night event starting at 6 p.m. both days. Drivers navigate extreme rock obstacles through timed gates, and the lowest score for cone strikes and backups wins. The event draws multiple vehicle classes and is part of WE Rock's national point series, presented by Maxxis Tires. Off-road vendors, food, and restrooms are on site; spectators are encouraged to bring chairs.

Montana · by Adventure Van Expo

Adventure Van Expo's Bozeman stop runs August 15-16, 2026 at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Montana. The two-day show features open-house tours of custom van builds, a DIY buildout contest, live music, food trucks, and on-site camping.

Tennessee · by Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club

The Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion is a three-day Jeep show held each August at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The event combines indoor and outdoor vendor areas with on-site installations, a Show & Shine competition, and trophy awards. Organized by the Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club, it has run annually since 2013.

Maine · by 207 Overland

The Whitewater Overland Rally is a three-day overland event run by 207 Overland at Three Rivers Whitewater in West Forks, Maine. The 2026 edition runs August 21-23 and combines riverside camping with included whitewater rafting on the Kennebec, river tubing, hiking, a rig show, axe throwing, and meals. Registration is $288 per person.

Colorado · by Overland Expo

Overland Expo Mountain West is a large overlanding event in Loveland, Colorado, that features several days of vendor exhibits, demonstrations, classes, and community activities. The organizers host other versions of the expo in Arizona, Oregon, and Virginia. The three-day event has a packed schedule. You can spend a couple of days just perusing the gear expo booths and outfitted vehicles on display. At night there is a charity raffle where you can win overlanding and off-roading gear.

by National Park Service

National Park Week is the National Park Service's annual weeklong celebration, running August 22 to 30 in 2026 under the theme "Celebrate America's Story" for the nation's 250th anniversary. Parks across the country add ranger programs, Junior Ranger activities, and events through the week. Entrance fees are waived for U.S. citizens and residents on August 25, the Park Service's 110th birthday, which falls inside the week; other fees still apply.

by National Park Service

On August 25, every national park that charges an entrance fee waives it for the day, one of a handful of fee-free days the National Park Service sets each year. The date marks the agency's founding: the Organic Act created the National Park Service on August 25, 1916, which makes 2026 its 110th birthday. The waiver covers entrance fees only, and for 2026 it applies to U.S. citizens and residents; timed-entry and reservation fees, camping, and tours are still charged.

California · by California Four Wheel Drive Association

The High Sierra Poker Run is a four-day off-road event held each September near Shaver Lake, California. Organized by the California Four Wheel Drive Association, it includes six trail-rig runs and two side-by-side runs across trails like Swamp Lake, Bald Mountain, Mirror Lake, Brewer Lake, and Coyote Lake, plus a poker run, raffle, dinner, and camping. Some of these trails have hosted the event for over thirty years.

Utah · by Red Rock 4-Wheelers

Labor Day Safari is a three-day guided trail-ride event hosted by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers in Moab, Utah, over Labor Day weekend. Total registration is capped at 150 vehicles, with each individual trail limited to 25, drawn from a roster of 19 designated 4×4 routes across the Moab area. The club bills it as the cooler-weather, smaller-crowds counterpart to its larger Easter Jeep Safari, with most participants camping at nearby Camp Moab.

New Mexico · by WE Rock Events

WE Rock's Grand Nationals is the season-ending pro and amateur rock-crawling championship, held at Chokecherry Canyon in Farmington, New Mexico. Competition runs Saturday and Sunday across Unlimited, ProTrail, ProMod, Sportsman, and Youth Buggy classes, with drivers navigating timed obstacle gates and the lowest score for cone strikes and backups winning. Friday is reserved for technical inspection and registration. On-site camping, food, and restrooms are available, and spectators are encouraged to bring chairs.

California · by Adventure Van Expo

Adventure Van Expo's Palisades Tahoe stop runs September 12-13, 2026 at Palisades Tahoe resort in Olympic Valley, California. The two-day show features open-house tours of custom 4x4 Sprinter and adventure van builds, a DIY buildout contest, live music, food trucks, and expert presentations.

by National Park Service

On September 17, national parks that charge an entrance fee waive it for Constitution Day, which marks the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia in 1787. It is one of the fee-free days the National Park Service designates each year. The waiver covers entrance fees only and, for 2026, applies to U.S. citizens and residents; reservation and timed-entry fees, camping, and tours still apply.

Michigan · by Keweenaw Overland Adventure Retreat

Keweenaw Overland Adventure Retreat is an overlanding festival in Copper Harbor, Michigan. From the event basecamp at Trails End Campground, attendees spend the weekend exploring the beauty of the Upper Peninsula. A number of gear vendors exhibit their overlanding, off-road and other outdoor gear at the event base camp.

California · by Bonnier

The Sand Sports Super Show is a three-day off-road vehicle show held each September at the Orange County Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, California. Exhibitors fill the grounds with sand rails, UTVs, side-by-sides, ATVs, and aftermarket parts, and the program adds a Proving Grounds vehicle showcase, live demonstrations, and electric UTV test rides. It is produced by Bonnier and runs annually, drawing hundreds of exhibitors and a sand and dune recreation crowd.

Oklahoma · by Overland of America LLC

Overland of America is a three-day overlanding event at America's Outdoor Adventure Park in Jay, Oklahoma. Programming includes private and guided trail rides at green and black difficulty levels, vendor demos, educational courses, and a short film festival. The venue includes pools, a lazy river, food trucks, and a Barbie Jeep downhill race.

California · by California Overland Adventure

Sonoma stop of the California Overland Adventure & Powersports Show series — a weekend showcase of overlanding rigs, off-road builds, gear brands, and powersports vehicles in Northern California wine country.

Utah · by MULU, Inc.

It is an event dedicated to overlanding, off-road adventure travel, and outdoor recreation. The expo takes place in Moab, Utah, which is known for its stunning red rock landscapes, challenging off-road trails, and outdoor recreational opportunities. The event typically features a variety of activities, including off-road vehicle exhibitions, product demonstrations, educational seminars, and group trail rides. Participants have the chance to explore the latest in overlanding gear, vehicles, and techniques, while also connecting with other enthusiasts in the community. The Moab Overland Expo is a great opportunity for adventure seekers to learn, network, and celebrate the off-road lifestyle.

Utah · by The Trail Hero

Trail Hero is a 5-day off-roading event and festival in Hurricane, Utah, that centers around extreme rock crawling competitions in Utah's famed Sand Hallow off-roading area. The event, which takes place in Southern Utah includes guided trail rides, a golf tournament, parties, rock crawling competitions, sand drag racing, side-by-side comps, and music concerts.

Vermont · by The Pilgrimage

The Pilgrimage is an annual overlanding festival held in Royalton, Vermont, and It is one of the largest gatherings of off-road and overland enthusiasts in the Northeast. Registration for the event includes a vehicle and all passengers, a primitive campsite at Henderson's Hideaway, access to merchandise, raffles, vendor areas, and curated maps of Vermont's extensive Class IV road network for trail rides.

Kansas · by Big Iron Overland Rally

Big Iron Overland Rally is a 3-day weekend overlanding and concert experience at the Big Brutus Historic Landmark in West Mineral, Kansas. The event includes a vendor expo, live music, vehicle awards, and a self-guided tour of Big Brutus, a massive power shovel. **About Big Brutus** Big Brutus is the nickname of the Bucyrus-Erie model 1850-B electric shovel, which was the second largest of its type in operation in the 1960s and 1970s. Big Brutus is the centerpiece of a mining museum in West Mineral, Kansas where it was used in coal strip mining operations. The shovel was designed to dig from 20 to 69 feet (6.1 to 21.0 m) down to unearth relatively shallow coal seams, which would themselves be mined with smaller equipment.

Kentucky · by Red Clay Rally

Red Clay Rally is a three-day off-road rally held each October in Slemp, Kentucky. The event combines trail driving on Eastern Kentucky's red-clay terrain with caving tours and overlanding programming. It is part of a recurring rally series with separate East and West locations.

California · by Off-road Expo

The Off-Road Expo is a large event dedicated to off-roading and sand sports, including off-road racing, rock crawling, trail riding, overlanding and adventure travel. Off-road Expo features a Performance Marketplace that showcases industry-leading off-road and sand sports brands with the latest in 4×4 and UTV/ATV aftermarket parts, accessories, services and the newest industry innovations. Many exhibitors will be offering "Show Specials" and "Try, Before You Buy" opportunities. In addition to the gear marketplace, the event will host a number of celebrities in the off-roading world. This includes some of the most knowledgeable and well-known industry pros.

Arizona · by Mens Art Council

Copperstate Overland is an on-road and off-road driving event tailored for vintage off-road vehicles. Modeled after the Copperstate 1000 vintage car rally, this event provides a fully supported, catered driving experience. The 2024 event is scheduled to take place from October 12 to October 16. The route covers various locations across Arizona, including its deserts, rugged terrains, and mountain roads, and may extend beyond state lines. Participants engage in a four-day driving adventure, with all logistical details handled by the event's staff. Each year, a new route is chosen to showcase the state's diverse landscapes. Eligibility is limited to vehicles from the year 1979 or earlier, although exceptional vehicles manufactured after 1979 may be considered. All entries are subject to the same admission standards. For further information or to inquire about participation, contact Vicki at (602) 307-2007 or [email protected]. Copperstate Overland offers a comprehensive driving experience for vintage off-road vehicle enthusiasts.

Arkansas · by Natural State Overland

Rendezvous in the Ozarks is an annual overlanding event that takes place in the Ozark National Forest in Arkansas. The event includes a gear vendor expo, classes, presentations, and trip reports about overlanding and off-roading. Courses and presentations will cover topics such as basic winching, recovery gear, basics of navigation, off-road safety, basic first aid, camp cooking, and more.

Tennessee · by LeConte Event Center

Smoky Mountain Overland Invasion is the inaugural overland and adventure-travel expo at the LeConte Event Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The 2026 event runs October 23-24 and shares its venue and operator with the long-running Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion, with a focus on overland builds, outdoor lifestyle brands, and the Smokies trail network.

Virginia · by Overland Expo

Overland Expo East is a large overlanding event in Arrington, Virginia, that features several days of vendor exhibits, demonstrations, classes, and community activities. This is possibly the largest overlanding event in the United States. The organizers host versions of the expo in other parts of the country. The expo is held at Oak Ridge Estates in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The three-day event has a packed schedule. You can spend a couple of days just perusing the gear expo booths and outfitted vehicles on display. At night there is a charity raffle where you have a chance of winning overlanding and off-roading gear.

California · by California Overland Adventure

Dedicated to the outdoor adventure lifestyle, the California Overland Adventure and Power Sports Show is scheduled for March 16th and 17th, 2024, at the historic Fairplex in Pomona, California. Overlanding enthusiasts will find a wide range of offerings in the Overland Adventure segment, including displays of RVs and adventure vehicles, outdoor gear, travel, and lifestyle products, as well as the tools of the trade essential for every journey. For outdoor adventure travel & lifestyle lovers, the show boasts a blend of brands featuring camping & hiking equipment, cycling products, wellness companies, resort destinations, fitness gear, safety equipment, outdoor adventure clubs and organizations, and more. Power sports, a passion for many Californians, will also be prominently featured. The power sports segment includes everything from ATVs, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, custom cars, car clubs, water sports products, E-bikes, to accessory categories. The event is not only about showcasing products. It's also an opportunity to learn from experts and professionals, and interact with innovative technology demonstrations.

by National Park Service

On October 27, entrance fees are waived at national parks for the birthday of Theodore Roosevelt, the conservation president who signed the Antiquities Act and placed roughly 230 million acres under federal protection. It is one of the National Park Service's fee-free days. The waiver covers entrance fees only and, for 2026, applies to U.S. citizens and residents; other fees still apply.

Nevada · by Specialty Equipment Market Association

The SEMA Show is an automotive aftermarket trade exhibition held each November at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. It gathers manufacturers, builders, and retailers across every segment of specialty automotive equipment, with custom vehicle showcases and professional education sessions. The show runs trade-only for most of its dates and opens to the public on its final day. It is organized by the Specialty Equipment Market Association and recurs annually.

by National Park Service

On November 11, national parks waive entrance fees for Veterans Day, honoring those who served in the U.S. armed forces. It is one of the fee-free days the National Park Service sets each year, and many parks and NPS military and historic sites hold commemorations. The waiver covers entrance fees only and, for 2026, applies to U.S. citizens and residents; camping, tours, and reservation fees still apply.

California · by California Four Wheel Drive Association

Panamint Valley Days is a four-day off-road event held each November along Slate Range Road near Trona, California. Organized by the California Four Wheel Drive Association, programming includes multiple off-road runs from scenic and historic routes to hardcore wheeling, plus a raffle drawing, camping, and stargazing. An optional 'Escape from Death Valley' add-on run extends the weekend.

CA · by San Diego 4 Wheelers

San Diego 4 Wheelers holds the 29th Annual Superstition Mountain Run at the Superstition Mountain OHV area west of El Centro, California, January 15–17, 2027. The three-day event runs four-wheel-drive trails ranging from SUV-accessible routes to Category 5 technical lines, with a Friday night run departing at 6 p.m. and full-day runs Saturday and Sunday. Base camp is near the end of Wheeler Road on BLM land; onsite registration is $80 and includes a dash plaque, raffle ticket, and trail pennant. No side-by-sides, quads, or motorcycles.

Utah · by Desert Roads and Trails Society

The Winter 4x4 Jamboree is a four-day off-road event held each January out of the Washington County Fairgrounds in Hurricane, Utah. Guided trail runs of varying difficulty depart the fairgrounds each morning, paired with a vendor show, a show-and-shine, raffle drawings, and a closing BBQ and auction. It is organized by the Desert Roads and Trails Society and draws 4x4 owners to the red-rock trails around Hurricane and Sand Hollow.

California · by Hammerking Productions

King of the Hammers is an off-road racing event held each winter on the dry lakebed of Johnson Valley, California. Run by Hammerking Productions, it pairs high-speed desert racing with technical rock crawling across eight competitive classes, headlined by the Race of Kings. For the run of the event, competitors and spectators occupy a temporary encampment known as Hammertown. KOH began in 2007 with 12 teams and now draws hundreds of entrants over a two-week schedule.

California · by California Overland Adventure

San Diego stop of the California Overland Adventure & Powersports Show series — a weekend show floor featuring overlanding vehicles, off-road builds, outdoor gear brands, and powersports demos.

Arizona · by Truck Camper Adventure

The Truck Camper Adventure Quartzsite Rally is scheduled to take place from February 14-18, 2024. This truck camper event, hosted by [Truck Camper Adventure](https://www.truckcamperadventure.com/dates-for-2024-truck-camper-adventure-quartzsite-rally-now-set/), is set to be the largest gathering of truck camper enthusiasts in America. Attendees can expect an educational experience focused on safety and care of public lands. The rally will feature a diverse itinerary consisting of workshops, classes, contests, live music, a sponsored raffle, campfire socials, vendors, and a truck camper "open house." The full itinerary will be posted on the Truck Camper Adventure website in September. The Truck Camper Adventure Quartzsite Rally is exclusively for individuals who own hard-side or pop-up truck campers, as well as those with truck toppers, camper shells, and chassis-mounted campers. The event encourages participation from owners of classic truck campers and DIY campers. Located at the Roadrunner Wash BLM Area, approximately 6 miles south of Quartzsite, Arizona, the rally offers a boondocking experience with no hookups or amenities available. Portable toilets will be provided near the main tent area, but attendees are expected to pack in and pack out their belongings. Registration for the rally requires a fee of $25.00 per truck camper, allowing admission for up to six family members. Attendees are requested to provide the names of all adult participants during registration for personalized name badges. Refunds and cancellations will not be issued after February 1, 2024. For more information and to secure tickets, interested individuals can visit the [Eventbrite page](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-truck-camper-adventure-quartzsite-rally-tickets-560621372617) for the Truck Camper Adventure Quartzsite Rally. Stay tuned to the Truck Camper Adventure website for updates on the event's details and full itinerary.

Florida · by Southeast Adventure Vehicle Expo

The Southeast Adventure Vehicle Expo is an overlanding and off-roading event located in central Florida at the Florida International Rally & Motorsport Park (The FIRM). The event location is located between the Osceola National Forest and the Ocala National Forest, and adjacent to the Apalachicola National Forest. The event features exhibitors, vendors, interactive and informative seminars, educational classes, on-site multi-day camping, an off-road course to test your skills, vehicle displays, vendor booths, food trucks, and raffles. Day passes and weekend passes are available. Here's a recap of the 2023 event:

Utah · by Off-Road & Outdoor Enterprises

The Salt Lake Off-Road & Outdoor Expo is a two-day consumer show held each March at the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy, Utah. It brings together off-road vehicle vendors, gear retailers, and outdoor recreation businesses, with product demonstrations, stage entertainment, and prize drawings across the weekend. The expo is run by Off-Road & Outdoor Enterprises, which also produces the Boise Off-Road & Outdoor Expo, and reaches its twelfth year in 2027.

California · by Overland Expo

Overland Expo SoCal is the newest installment in the Overland Expo series, debuting in Costa Mesa, California at the OC Fair & Event Center. The two-day event brings the same vendor-floor + classes + demos format the rest of the series is known for to Southern California's overlanding scene. The organizers also host events in Arizona, the Pacific Northwest, the Mountain West, and on the East Coast — see [overlandexpo.com](https://www.overlandexpo.com/) for the full calendar.

Utah · by Red Rock 4-Wheelers

The annual Moab pilgrimage — nine days of guided trail runs across some of the most iconic 4WD terrain in the country, organized since 1967 by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers club.

Utah · by Triple S Polaris

The Iron Off-Road Rally is a guided off-road trail event held around Cedar City in southern Utah, timed to Father's Day weekend. Experienced guides lead small groups across OHV trails of varying difficulty in areas such as Three Peaks Recreation Area and Cedar Mountain, with vendors and family activities at basecamp. It is organized by Triple S Polaris, a Cedar City dealership.