overland Expo happens twice a year, in the spring in Arizona, in the West in May

https://www.overlandexpo.com/

Overland Expo is the world's most unique event series for do-it-yourself adventure travel enthusiasts, with hundreds of session-hours of classes for 4-wheel-drive enthusiasts and adventure motorcyclists, inspirational programs, the Overland Film Festival, roundtable discussions, demonstrations, food, and a large expo featuring over 300 vendors of adventure travel equipment, camping gear, bikes, vehicles, and services.

2019 OVERLAND EXPO WEST
 MAY 17-19, 2019 FT. TUTHILL COUNTY PARK
FLAGSTAFF, AZ, USA
FRI 9-5, SAT 8-5, SUN 8-3

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