{"id":13861,"date":"2024-05-24T14:47:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-24T21:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=13861"},"modified":"2024-05-20T16:47:26","modified_gmt":"2024-05-20T23:47:26","slug":"rv-shows-in-california","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/rv-shows-in-california\/","title":{"rendered":"Top RV Shows in California: Must-Visit Events of 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&rsquo;ve been sitting on the sidelines, waiting for your chance to dip your toes in the RV world. Now, you&rsquo;re ready to wade in deeper. You want to find&hellip;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/best-rv-for-family-of-6\/\">RV fits your travel needs<\/a> the best?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What layouts do you like?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What level of comfort do you want to travel in?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What style of RV do you prefer? Motorhome? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/best-lightweight-travel-trailers\/\">Travel trailer<\/a>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What should go on your list of &ldquo;must-haves&rdquo; in an RV?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Should you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/interior-pop-up-camper-remodel\/\">DIY your own camper<\/a>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What can you expect to pay for your dream RV?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>That&rsquo;s why you&rsquo;re looking for RV shows in California. You&rsquo;re ready to get off the sidelines and experience life<\/strong> in the driver&rsquo;s seat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some of <strong>California&rsquo;s best (and most highly-attended RV shows).&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"northern-california-rv-shows\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Northern California RV Shows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of the state&rsquo;s <strong>most esteemed RV shows in Northern California include<\/strong><em> The Annual Manufacturers&rsquo; RV Show and Sale, The Real RV Show, and the NorCal Boat, Sport, and RV Show.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-35th-annual-manufacturers-rv-show\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 35th Annual Manufacturers&rsquo; RV Show&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&rsquo;t want to miss the Annual Manufacturers&rsquo; RV Show. Set against the backdrop of the scenic green hills and San Francisco Bay views of the Alameda County Fairgrounds, this show is a spectacle of the latest and greatest RV models on the market.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you would like to be the first to see the RV industry&rsquo;s newest models and technologies, this is the show for you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> End of January (<em>Missed this year&rsquo;s event?<\/em> Check their <a href=\"http:\/\/rvshows.net\" target=\"_blank\">website<\/a> for information on updated dates and times for 2025.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> $20 per adult, $17 for seniors, Kids 10 and under are free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"norcal-boat-sport-and-rv-show\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NorCal Boat, Sport, and RV Show<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NorCal Boat, Sport, and RV Show offers more than RVs. It&rsquo;s a day of family entertainment, including the debut of JetShark &ndash; a semi-submersible watercraft that maneuvers like a giant sea monster &ndash;&nbsp; and falconry shows. There&rsquo;s also the latest in tiny home design and vendors for all sportsmen from fishing to hunting and jet skiing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you want to enjoy a day with the family while exploring vacation options, NorCal has what you&rsquo;re looking for.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> End of January <em>(Missed it? Check their <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/norcalsportshow.com\" target=\"_blank\"><em>website<\/em><\/a><em> for updated dates and times for 2025).&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Shasta District Fair, Anderson, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> $8 per adult, $5 for seniors, $3 for children (children under 6 are free)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"campnation-expo\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">CampNation Expo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The CampNation Expo at Casa de Fruta RV Park in Hollister, CA, is a unique show geared toward DIY RVers and travel enthusiasts. Expect to see carefully crafted RVs from <strong>smaller manufacturers <\/strong>and<strong> <\/strong>other <strong>RVers who&rsquo;ve done their own conversions<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get inspired by other campers&rsquo; creative solutions and learn how to properly care for your RV at complimentary workshops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you&rsquo;re seriously considering going all in on DIY van life, then check this one out.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> August 11-12, 2024, 9:00am &ndash; 5:00pm <em>(Check their <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/campnationwebsite.com\" target=\"_blank\"><em>website<\/em><\/a><em> for updated dates and times.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where: <\/strong>Casa de Fruta RV Park, Hollister, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> $10 per person<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <div class=\"control\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=RV%20Storage&amp;storing=RV\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.2'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n\t\t  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n\t\t    <header>\r\n\t\t      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-rv-storage\">How Neighbor is changing RV storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t    <\/header>\r\n\t\t    <section>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Renters save 30-50% on RV storage, on average. 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The Mega RV Show and the Real RV Show are two options that take place every year.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-mega-rv-show-in-san-diego\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Mega RV Show in San Diego<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blue Compass RV of San Marcos and Santee hosts the Mega RV Show in February. Here, you can expect to find <strong>deals on new and used RVs<\/strong>. <em>You can also get your RV appraised to determine its trade-in value.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you&rsquo;re looking to trade up to a newer RV, the Mega RV show <\/strong>makes it easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Beginning of February <em>(Check their <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bluecompassrv.com\/mega-rv-show-san-diego\" target=\"_blank\"><em>website<\/em><\/a><em> for updated dates and times. If you missed this year&rsquo;s, plan to attend the 2025 show)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where: <\/strong>Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-real-rv-show\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The REAL RV Show<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sure, there are lots of RV shows. But the Real RV Show prides itself on its competitive atmosphere, which breeds a buyers&rsquo; market for its attendees. The Real RV Show brings dealers from around the state to compete for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>So if you&rsquo;re a buyer and you&rsquo;re looking for a highly motivated seller, this is the show you don&rsquo;t want to miss.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Mid-February <em>(Check their <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/rvshow.com\" target=\"_blank\"><em>website<\/em><\/a><em> for updated dates and times. If you couldn&rsquo;t make it to this year&rsquo;s, look for more information on 2025&rsquo;s dates)<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where: <\/strong>Cal Expo, Pasadena, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> $15 per person. 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But there are a few in nearby states like Nevada that are worth seeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"vegas-rv-super-show\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vegas RV Super Show<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Vegas RV Super Show is just a few hours from the California border in Las Vegas, NV. With seven of the largest RV dealers vying for your attention, you&rsquo;ll find the best selection of the years&rsquo; RVs and salesmen who are more motivated to sell.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This show is great if you&rsquo;re looking to find a deal on a new RV.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Beginning of October <em>(Check their <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/vegasrvsupershow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>website<\/em><\/a><em> for updated dates and times.)<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where: <\/strong>South Point Hotel and Casino Las Vegas, NV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Refer to the website for updated pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-spring-rv-show\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Spring RV Show<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For van lifers everywhere! <\/strong>The Spring RV Show, sponsored by Van City RV, grants you a rare opportunity to<strong> tour the most luxurious travel vans<\/strong>. From off-road wonders to glamping vehicles full of modern amenities, this show has an RV for any first-time van-lifer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Beginning of May <em>(Check their <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leisurevans.com\/event\/spring-rv-show\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>website<\/em><\/a><em> for updated dates and times.)<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where: <\/strong>Van City RV of Las Vegas, NV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> No price listed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"tips-for-attending-rv-shows-for-first-time-rv-buyers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Attending RV Shows for First-Time RV Buyers  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that we&rsquo;ve shared the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/best-rv-camping-in-california\/\">California<\/a> RV shows for you to explore,<strong> here&rsquo;s how to get the most out of these shows.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These events are a hub for RV show enthusiasts and the best RV dealers who will be willing to answer your questions and offer their insider advice. <em>Plus, you&rsquo;ll have a chance of winning a free RV. <\/em>Besides networking, RV shows are perfect for:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exploring makes and models from local dealers, manufacturers, and vendors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experiencing the latest technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Getting inspiration for your own dream camper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/best-time-to-buy-rv\/\">first-time RV buyers<\/a>, an RV show is a unique opportunity to compare different models and talk to experts. <strong>But it&rsquo;s also a lot to take in.<\/strong> So do yourself a favor and follow these tips to get the most out of the show.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-1-narrow-down-your-search-before-you-go\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1: Narrow Down Your Search Before You Go<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&rsquo;s not every day that you get to walk through a two-million-dollar toy hauler, so take the chance while you can! <em>But remember: <\/em>that&rsquo;s probably not what you came for. So <strong>use the map to find the RVs you&rsquo;re most interested in <\/strong>and start there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-2-take-pictures\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2: Take Pictures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you find a camper you like, <strong>snap a photo of the outside AND a photo of the information sheet<\/strong>, so you have them together. Also, take pictures of amenities or configurations you like, so you can add them to your &ldquo;wish list.&rdquo;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-3-weed-out-the-options-this-is-the-step-that-most-people-skip\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3: Weed Out the Options <em>(This Is the Step That Most People Skip)<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After you&rsquo;ve thoroughly consumed plenty of insider information, sit down over dinner and<strong> go through the pictures.<\/strong> Talk about why you liked each RV and weed out the ones that aren&rsquo;t a practical fit for your RVing style.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-4-compare-what-you-liked-versus-things-you-didnt-like\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #4: Compare What You Liked Versus Things You Didn&rsquo;t Like<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While going through your pictures, you&rsquo;ll start to develop your own &ldquo;grading scale&rdquo; of what you like vs. don&rsquo;t like and why. Some people trend toward minimalism, while others like space to entertain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-5-finally-wear-comfortable-shoes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #5: Finally, Wear Comfortable Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RV shows cover acres of space, so be prepared to do a lot of walking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"summary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Congratulations! You survived your first RV show.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And maybe you&rsquo;re going home with a brand-new camper. More likely, you&rsquo;re still working through the details of owning that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.colorado.com\/boulder\/shopping\/sporting-goods-outdoor-equipment\/colorado-teardrops\" target=\"_blank\">Colorado Teardrop<\/a> you&rsquo;ve had your eye on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>You&rsquo;re wondering how often you&rsquo;d use it? What kind of maintenance does it require? And where should you store it?&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&rsquo;t want to spend hundreds of dollars on RV storage every month, but you also learned that if you want your RV to last, you shouldn&rsquo;t store it outside in your backyard, either.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Well, Neighbor can help you with that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Neighbor is a peer-to-peer <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/rv-storage-near-me\"><strong><em>RV storage<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em> marketplace that offers RV storage up to 50% less expensive than traditional options. <\/em><\/strong><em>Neighbor has storage options in all 50 states, so you could find storage spaces in your <\/em>neighborhood.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-you-live-full-time-in-a-travel-trailer-in-california\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can You Live Full-Time in a Travel Trailer in California?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Yes<\/em><\/strong>, you can live full-time in an RV in California, but you need to follow local ordinances regarding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/is-rv-parking-on-residential-property-legal\/\">where you can park<\/a> and live in the RV. Be sure to research and comply with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/rv-laws\/\">local laws and regulations.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"where-is-the-largest-rv-expo\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where Is the Largest RV Expo?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The largest RV show is <strong>held in Hershey, Pennsylvania<\/strong>. It features over 1,300 toy haulers, travel trailers, and fifth wheels from more than 45 manufacturers, all spread across an area of over one million square feet.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You&rsquo;ve been sitting on the sidelines, waiting for your chance to dip your toes in the RV world.&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":40,"featured_media":13862,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","csco_appearance_grid":"","csco_page_load_nextpost":"","csco_post_video_location":[],"csco_post_video_location_hash":"","csco_post_video_url":"","csco_post_video_bg_start_time":0,"csco_post_video_bg_end_time":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[181],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13861","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-rv-buying","cs-entry","cs-video-wrap"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Top RV Shows in California: Must-Visit Events of 2024 - Neighbor Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Plan to attend some of California&#039;s best RV shows in 2024. 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