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Adventure Van Expo Series 2023

1960 Olympic Valley Rd, , Olympic Valley, California, United States
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Are you in the market for adventure gear, a custom van, camper, travel trailer, custom cargo trailer, an off-road tent trailer, or roof top tent? Come to the Adventure Van Expo shows throughout the summer and check out a weekend full of unique builds, custom designs, open house vans, vans to buy, public-built rigs and a whole lot more. Hang out with the outdoor community and connect with experts about their products all in one location.

Adventure Van Expos are family-friendly and open to all ages! In addition to the vans, you can find food, local brews, live music, and activities throughout the weekend. PLUS this year camping is available at the majority of the shows. Show entry tickets, camping tickets, DIY contest tickets and others can all be purchased online now. Don’t miss out on your chance to see incredible displays and find gear and designs you didn’t even know existed. Join us at at show at one of our beautiful settings – full list below.

Shows feature industry leaders such as: Storyteller RV, Specialized Bike, 4 wheel camper, Caleche Customs, Aluminess, RB Components, Tourig, RRE Global, Momentum, Roambuilt, Flarespace, Benchmark vehicles, Glamper Van, Sportsmobile, Brutek, Gone Mobile, Atlas Vans (see full list on each event page).

Shop, stroll, and check out killer vans and amazing builds!

  • Events have a small fee (18 and over) and open to anyone.

  • We are centered around vans but there will be 4×4 rigs and more:

  • Come see the gear, racks, roof top tents, trailer tents and accessories

  • Meet professional adventure vehicle builders and see their products on display

  • Network with like minds, special parking in “Van Row” for van owners-first come come first serve.

  • Food and Beer (where possible)

  • Product Demonstrations, Workshops

  • All events are near fun things to do, on bike paths, near biking, hiking

  • Shows run Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

We are in a high fire danger – charcoal and gas BBQs, stoves and firepits of any kind are not allowed. This is a no-smoking venue!!

Join us for a family friendly weekend open to all ages celebrating the van life community and the opportunity to view an array of van vendors and overland products.

In addition to all of the great van builds the event will feature live music, food and local brews all weekend long. And those looking to show off their custom builds are encouraged to sign up for the DYI Contest where they will have their rigs viewed by hundreds of event goers and rated by van build experts.

Looking to buy or sell? Expect to find roof racks, bumpers, solar panels, interior storage, water filters, window coverings, beds, bedding, and 4×4 recovery items….and of course coffee cups, t-shirts and more!

LIVE MUSIC

Friday: Reggae

Saturday: Tahoe Soul Collective and Brotherhood of the Freaks

DIY CONTEST

Show us what you built! Display your work during our van buildout DIY Contest on Saturday, which will be viewed by hundreds of event goers and rated by van build experts. The builds will be judged on three different categories, Fit-n-Finish, Most Creative/Unique and Best Layout.

Find out more about the DIY Contest here!

LODGING PARTNERS

We are excited to partner with the following hotels in North Lake Tahoe just 10 minutes from the show. See below for more information and how to book.

Basecamp – Tahoe City: Basecamp is a Boutique Hotel in the heart of Tahoe City, centered on the modern day explorer! Basecamp promotes adventure and exploration when traveling to the basin, and everything is close by. Whether it be hiking, mountain biking, kayaking or paddle boarding, outdoor activities are limitless and Basecamp knows where to send guests to get them started. Their lobby and outdoor communal spaces include games, firepits, seating areas and even space for your furry friends.  Booking Code: AVExpo

Peppertree – Tahoe City: Located across the street from the great blue lake, Pepper Tree Inn is conveniently located in central Tahoe City, just a hop, skip, and a jump from restaurants, shops, trails, museum, the beach, the slopes, and splendid view points. Peppertree’s multi-story building offers exquisite lakefront views and a glimmer of Tahoe’s endless wonders and outdoor adventures. Booking Code: AVExpo

CAMPING

Keep the good times rolling all weekend long, continue the fun into the night with like-minded individuals and camp with us throughout the weekend.

Camping tickets include both Friday and Saturday nights, a space for one vehicle, can host up to four people and comes with one expo ticket. (Additional expo tickets will need to be purchased for anyone over 18.) Campers can start rolling in at 4pm on Friday evening. Storyteller Overland and Revels have the option to purchase a specific ticket and camp together throughout the weekend.

Camping is on pavement with access to fixed restrooms. No showers are available at the venue. Reminder, there is no alcohol allowed outside of your camping spot. We are in a high fire danger – charcoal and gas BBQs, stoves and firepits of any kind are not allowed. This is a no-smoking venue.

Heads up! Camping tickets are only available prior to the show and will not be sold onsite. We expect that camping tickets will sell out. Purchase in advance to guarantee you’re hanging out all weekend!

SELL YOUR VAN

Place your rig in a high traffic area all weekend long.

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This is an opportunity to meet the builders, plan a build, line-up your van, network with DIYers, check out all kinds of cool workmanship and things maybe you’ve never seen, and learn something new. Join us in North Lake Tahoe

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