Ventura, CA

October 26-27, 2024

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

What's happening

Open house vans, DIY contest, live music, food trucks and camping!

Come join us on October 26-27 for a family-friendly weekend open to all ages celebrating the van life community and the opportunity to view over 50 van vendors.

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 DIY 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!

Music & Food

Hang out on Saturday and Sunday for local beats by a great lineup of acoustic live music. Bring the fam and enjoy some delicious treats from local food trucks.

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 eventgoers and rated by van build experts.

On-site camping

Don’t miss a beat! Continue the fun into the night and throughout the weekend. Purchase in advance! Camping tickets are not available for purchase on-site.

Located in Ventura County Fairgrounds

10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001

The itinerary

Saturday, October 26th
  • 10am – Show opens
  • Open house vans, DIY vans open for viewing, talks begin, bands, food, beverages and music available all day 
  • 5pm – Show closes, campers may stay on-site
Sunday, October 27th
  • 10am – Show opens
  • Open house vans, DIY vans open for viewing, talks begin, bands, food, beverages and music available all day 
  • 3pm – Show closes, campers may stay on-site

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