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Looking to attend a van life gathering or meetup? In this post, you’ll find a list of van life meetups along with a regularly updated list of van life gatherings. Keep in mind that all the vanlife events are based in the United States and Mexico, listed in chronological order.
Unlike RV Shows, there is more focus on the community aspect of the lifestyle at these van life gatherings. While these events are sponsored with vendor areas, attendees will have access to educational workshops, social events, outdoor activities and more.
Van Life Gatherings 2024 Edition
January 26-28 VanFest
Location: Space Coast Daily Park – Viera, Florida
Van life gatherings in 2024 will be kicking off in the Sunshine State at VanFest Florida. This three day vanlife event in Florida will have quite a range of vans and other types of recreational vehicles on display. Expect live music, food, workshops, van tours and much more!
Cost: $10 early bird general admission, $20 general admission, $120 camping with two adult general admission passes.
Website: https://vanfest.ticketspice.com/vanfest-2024-florida
January 31-February 5 Escapar a la Baja
Location: Playa Tecolote – Baja California
Hang out with fellow nomads and vanlifers in Baja California Sur at Escapar a la Baja. This six day van life event is free to attend, although there is a $50 suggested donation. The location of this Baja van gathering is about 30 minutes outside the city of La Paz.
According to the event website “Playa El Tecolote features a dramatic white sand beach with breathtaking views of the Gulf of California and Isla Espiritu Santo, a perfect place to camp your van, truck, skoolie, or adventuremobile for a weekend.”
Cost: free – $50 suggested donation, RSVP required
Website: https://www.escaparalabaja.com/
February 16-19 Peace, Love & Vans Florida
Location: Withlacoochee River Park – Dade City, Florida
The 2024 Florida van life gathering will kick off in Dade City. According to the organizers, vanlifers and nomands can expect to “connect with each other, learn from vendors and workshop leaders, and have just fun.”
Attendees looking to camp with a specific van life community can choose from a list of dedicated camping options. For example, there is a specific camping area for Storyteller Overland owners.
Cost: $15 day pass, $159-$299 weekend pass with camping, $10 pet pass
Website: https://www.peacelovevans.com/
March 16-17 TinyFest San Diego
Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds – Del Mar, California
TinyFest hosts a series of events throughout the year and will be hosting TinyFest San Diego 2024 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in California. The vision of TinyFest is to “create inspiring, educational gatherings that provide opportunities for meaningful connections to those who value relationships, experiences, sustainability, and the freedom to pursue their passions.” Attendees of this two day gathering can expect home tours, live music, and more.
Cost: $20 weekend pass, $67-$77 VIP Tour pass, 15 and under free
Website: https://www.tinyfest.events/
March 21-25 A Roam of Our Own
Location: Split Rock Farm – Fallbrook, California
The Journal of Lost Time will be hosting their second annual woman only van life gathering in Southern California. The event organizers describe the event as “A place for women, non-binary (masc-presenting & femme-presenting both welcome), & those who identify as a woman, to gather & celebrate solo life on the road.“
Cost: $60 general admission, $130 general admission plus camping
Website: https://www.aroamofourown.com/
April 13-14 Adventure Van Expo Scottsdale
Location: WestWorld – Scottsdale, Arizona
Adventure Van Expo is a series of van life gatherings throughout the U.S. with several new locations announced for 2024. While this series has more of a vendor area focus, there is camping at these van life gatherings along with a DIY showcase area where vanlifers can show off their build. Keep scrolling to see dates for additional Adventure Van Expos throughout 2024. Note: Adventure Van Expo Chattanooga and Adventure Van Expo Big Bear are not on the event schedule for 2024.
Cost: Free general admission, $90 weekend camping pass
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com/
April 18-22 Weird Wild West
Location: Bisbee, Arizona
The third annual Weird Wild West van life meetup will be held in the historic mining town of Bisbee, Arizona. Want a glimpse of what Weird Wild West is all about? Here’s a recap of our experience:
Cost: $45 general admission per person, $150 general admission for one person with a camping spot
Website: https://www.weirdwildwest.net/
April 27-28 Adventure Van Expo Austin
Location: Travis Expo – Austin, Texas
New to the 2024 Adventure Van Expo line up is this one taking place in Austin, Texas at the Travis County Exposition Center.
Cost: Free general admission, $90 weekend camping pass
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com/
May 2-5 RendezVan Mt. Bachelor
Location: Mount Bachelor, Oregon
RendezVan is an annual van life gathering at Mt. Bachelor celebrating the community of RVers, campers, van-lifers, families, and outdoor enthusiasts, featuring a mix of skiing, riding, and mountain events alongside music, vendors, and activities. The festival is open to all, including day visitors and dogs.
Cost: General admission is free, camping passes start at Passes start at $299
Website: https://www.rendezvan.com/
May 4-5 Adventure Van Expo San Juan Capistrano
Location: Mission Viejo Riding Center – San Juan Capistrano, California
The Adventure Van Expo will be returning to San Juan Capistrano for the third year in 2024. If it’s anything like the gathering in 2023, there should be a lot of vendors and exhibitors.
Cost: $20 general admission, $120 weekend camping pass
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com/
May 11-14 Adventure Van Expo Santa Rosa
Location: Sonoma County Fairgrounds – Santa Rosa, California
This two day van life gathering in Northern California will return for the second year to the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa, California.
Cost: $5 general admission, $120 weekend camping pass
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com/
June 20-24 Wind River Rally
Location: 900 E. 1st Street Riverton – Hudson, Wyoming
The Wind River Rally vanlife gathering will be a four day event taking place in Hudson, Wyoming. Attendees can expect a pottery workshop, yoga, happy hours, ice cream, tattoo consultations, live music and so much more!
Tickets are not yet on sale for the 2024 Wind River Rally.
Cost: (2023 prices) $30 general admission per person, $80 general admission for one person with a camping spot, $100 general admission for vendor with a camping spot.
Website: https://www.windriverrally.com/
June 22-23 Adventure Van Expo Hood River
Location: Hood River Fairgrounds – Hood River, Oregon
Two day van life gathering in Oregon at Hood River Fairgrounds. We love the location of this van life gathering and always have a great time camping on site. Check out our video for a glimpse of what to expect at the Hood River Adventure Van Expo.
Cost: Free general admission, $90 weekend camping pass, $200 reserve weekend camping with power
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com/
June 29-30 Adventure Van Expo Boise
Location: Expo Idaho – Boise, Idaho
Another new Adventure Van Expo location added to the 2024 line up is this one happening in Boise, Idaho.
Cost: Free general admission, $90 weekend camping pass
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com/
July 18-22 Holy Toledo!
Location: Yaquina River & Bay in Toledo, Oregon
The Holy Toledo is a three day van life rendezvous held on the Yaquina River in Toledo, Oregon. This event near the coast will include an off-grid internet cafe, morning yoga, guided paddle tours, happy hour, live music and more!
Tickets are not yet on sale for 2024 Holy Toledo!
Cost: (2023 prices) $20 general admission per person, $80 general admission for one person with a camping spot, $100 general admission for vendor with a camping spot.
Website: https://www.holytoledogathering.com/
July 27-28 Adventure Van Expo Colorado
Location: Buchanan Park Recreation Center – Evergreen, Colorado
Two day van life gathering in Colorado at Buchanan Park Recreation Center.
Cost: $7 general admission pass, $100 weekend camping pass
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com/
August 3-4 Adventure Van Expo Massachusetts
Location: Topsfield Fairgrounds – Topsfield, Massachusetts
The second annual Massachusetts van life expo will be held in Topsfield, Massachuseets.
Cost: (2023 prices) $10 general admission pass, $70 one night camping pass, 18 and under Free
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com/
Labor Day Weekend Descend on Bend
Location: Yamhill River, Oregon
Descend on Bend is one of the most popular van life gatherings that takes place each year. This four day Oregon outback van life event includes private land access and camping, workshops, maker’s market, live music, daily yoga and more. Porta potties and hand washing stations will be on site for attendees.
Cost: $189.99 one day pass, $219.99 four day pass with vendor privileges, 15 and under Free
Website: https://www.descendon.com
September 7-8 Adventure Van Expo Washington
Location: Enumclaw Expo Center – Enumclaw, Washington
This two day van life expo in Washington state is another new addition in 2024 to the Adventure Van Expo series.
Cost: Free general admission, $90 weekend camping pass
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com
September 14-15 Adventure Van Expo Tahoe
Location: Palisades Tahoe – Olympic Valley, California
Two day van life expo around Lake Tahoe, California.
Cost: $5 general admission, $90 weekend camping pass
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com
September 19-22 Van Wild Colorado
Location: Montrose, Colorado
“VanWILD is a three day immersive experience focusing on bringing together our amazing van community for a weekend of awesome outdoor action centered around USING your van!” Weekend activities include fly fishing, enduro moto rides, mountain biking, river surfing and more.
Cost: $500 general admission.
Website: https://vanwildcolorado.com/
TBA Rocky Mountain Adventure Rally
Location: Moab, Utah
Previously known as the Revel-Mode Van Rally, the Rocky Mountain Adventure Rally will be held in Moab, Utah. More information to be released on this van life gathering.
Cost: (2023 prices) $250 per vehicle registration, $100 for motorcycle registration
October 10-14 Moonlanding III
Location: Sky View Park and Campground – Pinehill, New Mexico
This four day van life gathering in Pinehill, New Mexico is part of the Lost Places events series. Tickets are not yet on sale for the 2024 Moonlanding gathering. Be sure to check back for updates.
Cost: (2023 prices) $50 general admission per person, $120 general admission for one person with a camping spot, $150 general admission for vendor with a camping spot.
Website: https://moonlandinggathering.com
October 19-20 Adventure Van Expo Big Bear
Location: Big Bear Lake – Big Bear, California
Two day van life gathering in Big Bear, California. Due to the location of this event, on site camping is not available.
Cost: Free general admission
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com
October 26-27 Adventure Van Expo Ventura
Location: Ventura County Fairgrounds – Ventura, California
The final Adventure Van Expo of 2024 will take place in Ventura California.
Cost: $5 general admission, $120 weekend camping pass
Website: https://www.adventurevanexpo.com
TBA Open Roads Fest
Location: Jug Mountain Ranch – McCall, Idaho
This three day van life gathering in Idaho is hosted by Kristen Bor of Bear Foot Theory and one of our favorite camper van events of the year. We had the opportunity to attend the first ever Open Roads Fest in 2019 with Storyteller Overland and loved the community and outdoor aspect of this van life festival. Attendees can expect “community-based events, educational workshops, live music, yoga classes, van tours, and more!”
Cost (2022 prices): $184 driver weekend pass van camping, $139 passenger weekend pass van camping, $169 driver weekend pass tent camping, $139 passenger weekend pass tent camping, $29 youth ticket (11-17 years old), 10 and under Free
Website: https://openroadsfest.com/
Most of these van life gatherings do not require a Class B camper van to attend. Make sure to check the official event page for all the specifics, ticket/camping prices and any limitations or restrictions. We have attended several van life gatherings and meetups in a flatbed truck camper and have seen tent campers and just about every type of tiny dwelling on wheels. That’s one of the things we love about this community, everyone is welcome!
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In 2023, Joe and I hosted our first campout at Lake Guntersville State Park in Alabama. If you are interested in joining us for a campout in 2024, be sure to sign up for our newsletter and follow us on Instagram for new campout announcements.
Hope to see you at one of these van life gatherings!
I recently purchased a van and will be mostly camping in my “bouge” tent, lol. I will convert slowly but surely. I googled van life gatherings and this great post came up, thanks!
Nice list of events. 2023 has quite a few more to attend. Surely we’ll make a few of these..
Really great resource. Thanks for putting this together. Great to meet you in Chatt at the Adventure Van Expo. Hope to see you at a few events this year. And if you are up near Brown County in the coming months, we’d love to host y’all at the shop!
Thanks Josh! We plan on attending a few of these van life gatherings and look forward to reconnecting.