Vanlife events 2026 in France and Belgium
The complete guide to van and campervan shows, festivals and gatherings
The year 2026 is shaping up to be exceptional for the vanlife community in France and Belgium.
Whether you are travelling in a campervan, van, 4x4 overland, motorhome or roof tents, these shows and festivals are the ideal opportunity to discover the latest innovations, meet outfitters, test outdoor equipment and exchange with passionate travellers.
Here is the complete list of 24 Vanlife 2026 events not to be missed 👇
The Casambu team will also be present at some of these unmissable events for adventure lovers to present you with essential vanlife accessories.
1. Travel Fair |
Held at the Polydome in Clermont-Ferrand, in the heart of the Auvergne region, the Travel Show is launching its 2026 season with an event focused on adventure, exploration, and responsible travel. While not exclusively a vanlife show, it attracts numerous travelers each year, particularly those who love road trips and campervans.
Visitors can meet bloggers, expedition photographers, agencies specializing in alternative travel, and outdoor professionals. Mini-conferences on European van routes, screenings of adventure films, photo exhibitions, and creative workshops (travel journals, nomadic cooking) enrich the program.
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Location: Polydome – Clermont-Ferrand (63)
Dates: February 28 to March 1, 2026
2. A Desire for Elsewhere |
Based in Mouans-Sartoux, Envie d'Ailleurs is a festival that appeals to vanlife enthusiasts in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The event combines travel, sustainable mobility, campervans, and responsible adventure.
Exhibitors specializing in van conversions, manufacturers of self-sufficiency solutions (solar panels, lithium batteries, water tanks), creators of outdoor accessories and local artisans come together in an exceptional setting.
Conferences cover topics such as road trips in Southern Europe, family road trips, water management in vans, and off-grid electric autonomy.
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Place : Mouans-Sartoux (06)
Dates : March 28-29, 2026
3. In Van Simone – Issoire |
The En Van Simone festival has become a key event for the vanlife community in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. In Issoire, this festival, 100% dedicated to campervans and converted vans, attracts hundreds of enthusiasts every year.
It brings together independent van conversion specialists, craftsmen specializing in van furniture, outdoor equipment manufacturers, and travelers who come to share their experiences. The atmosphere is warm and community-oriented, with evening concerts and a large bivouac area.
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Location: Issoire (63)
Dates: April 17-19, 2026
4. Vanlife Expo Rennes |
The Vanlife Expo Rennes 2026 , organized at the Parc Expo in Rennes, Brittany, is one of the most anticipated trade shows dedicated to campervans and converted vans in western France.
This event brings together professional outfitters, specialist equipment suppliers, outdoor accessory manufacturers, and innovative startups focused on nomadic mobility. It's the ideal place to compare different types of campervans, discover the latest self-sufficiency solutions (solar panels, lithium batteries, stationary heating), and ask all your questions to experts.
Thematic conferences cover topics such as: Converting your van yourself, Traveling in a van with children, Optimizing insulation in humid climates, etc.
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Place : Exhibition Park – Rennes (35)
Dates: April 11-12, 2026
5. SVA Ocean |
The Adventure Vehicle Show , Ocean edition, is a strategic event for overland, 4x4 and expedition van enthusiasts.
Located in Charente-Maritime, this show highlights vehicles adapted for long expeditions: roof tents, reinforced suspensions, off-road equipment, complete autonomy solutions.
Exhibitors are showcasing reinforced suspensions, rooftop tents, solar solutions, and off-road equipment. A bivouac area allows visitors to extend their experience in a communal spirit.
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Location: Fouras-les-Bains, Charente-Maritime
Dates: April 17-19, 2026
6. Camper Van Week-End Brissac |
The Camper Van Weekend Brissac is a friendly gathering located near Angers, in the Maine-et-Loire region. This family-friendly event focuses on the vanlife community and sharing experiences. Specialized exhibitors, live music, and entertainment fill the weekend. The large bivouac area allows participants to park their vans on-site and experience the event firsthand.
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Place : Brissac-Angers (49)
Dates: April 24-26, 2026
7. Vanlife Expo Grenoble |
In the heart of the French Alps, Vanlife Expo Grenoble 2026 is a major event for mountain travel and campervan enthusiasts.
Organised at Alpexpo in Grenoble, this trade fair showcases vehicles adapted to demanding terrain: 4x4 vans, cold weather insulation solutions, enhanced autonomy systems as well as converted vans, accessory manufacturers, roof tents, etc.
Technical conferences, equipment demonstrations and traveler feedback enrich the program.
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Place : Alpexpo – Grenoble (38)
Dates: May 9-10, 2026
8. VanLot |
VanLot is a friendly vanlife festival in the heart of the Lot region of Occitanie. The event combines a musical spirit, nomadic culture, and gatherings of campervan enthusiasts. Exhibitors, local artisans, and long-distance travelers share their adventure stories. The atmosphere is relaxed, ideal for families and slow travel enthusiasts.
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Location: Saint Germain du Bel Air (46)
Dates: May 14-17, 2026
9. Adventurers' Lounge |
The Adventurers' Fair in Arcachon showcases adventure in all its forms, including van life and expeditions in converted vehicles.
Inspiring talks, documentary films, and outdoor gear booths attract a curious and passionate audience. Located on the Arcachon Bay, the event benefits from an exceptional maritime setting. It's a great opportunity to plan a long-term trip.
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Location: Arcachon (Gironde)
Dates: May 22-24, 2026
10. Provence Overland Festival |
The Provence Overland Festival is dedicated to expedition vehicles and overland culture. In Marignane, 4x4 and off-road van enthusiasts discover the latest technical innovations and specialized equipment.
Practical demonstrations and lectures on preparing for long-term trips enrich the program. The atmosphere is decidedly geared towards international adventure.
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Place : Marignane (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Dates: May 30-31, 2026
11. Vanlife Hauts de France |
Held in Calais, the Vanlife Hauts de France event brings together the vanlife community from northern France and Belgium. Exhibitors, conversion specialists, and equipment suppliers present the 2026 trends in campervan conversions. Its friendly atmosphere makes it a popular event for families.
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Location: Calais (Nord)
Dates: June 6-9, 2026
12. Breizh Vanlife Festival |
The Breizh Vanlife Festival 2026 , organized in Saint-Malo in Brittany, combines nomadic spirit and maritime atmosphere.
This seaside vanlife festival brings together vans, campervans, Breton artisans, and independent creators. The event emphasizes responsible travel, slow van life, and local sourcing.
Live concerts, a craft market, DIY workshops, talks on road trips in Brittany, and adventure film screenings fill the weekend. The bivouac area, near the ocean, offers a unique immersive experience.
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Place : Saint-Malo (35)
Dates: June 12-14, 2026
13. SVA Auvergne |
The Auvergne Adventure Vehicle Show focuses on adventure vehicles and 4x4 expedition vehicles. It caters to travelers seeking maximum autonomy and robust technical equipment. Conferences cover vehicle preparation for round-the-world trips or expeditions in challenging terrain. The event attracts a technically skilled and experienced audience.
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Location: Clermont Ferrand (63)
Dates: June 26-28, 2026
14. En Van Simone - Stella Plage |
EVS Stella Plage is the summer, seaside version of the En Van Simone festival. In Stella-Plage, campervans park facing the ocean for a festive weekend. Exhibitors, concerts, and a large camping area create a unique atmosphere.
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Place : Stella Plage (62)
Dates: June 26-28, 2026
15. Festivan |
Festivan 2026 is the leading vanlife event in Belgium. Held in Gembloux, Wallonia, it attracts campervan enthusiasts every year from all over Belgium, northern France and the Netherlands.
This festival emphasizes conviviality, meeting new people, and sharing experiences. Specialized exhibitors, conferences on van conversions, live concerts, and a bivouac area create a unique atmosphere.
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Location: Gembloux (Belgium)
Dates: August 1-2, 2026
16. Off-Road and Travel Show |
The Valloire Off-Road and Travel Show is a historic off-road event in France. It attracts enthusiasts of overland travel and expedition vehicle preparation. Off-road demonstrations and technical trials are offered. The alpine setting enhances the event's authenticity.
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Place : Valloire (73)
Dates: from August 26 to 30, 2026
17. RTT Festival |
The RTT Festival 2026 is a European trade show dedicated to rooftop tents and automotive outdoor gear, held from September 11th to 13th, 2026 at Lac de Madine. It brings together road trip enthusiasts, nomadic travelers, and specialist exhibitors to discover the latest innovations in automotive and micro-adventure equipment. Activities, meetings with experts, and bivouac areas allow visitors to test equipment in real-world conditions within an exceptional natural setting.
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Place : Lake Madine (55)
Dates: from September 11 to 13, 2026
18. On the Road |
The Festival Sur La Route is a music and vanlife event organized in September 2026 in Tour-du-Parc, in the Gulf of Morbihan in Brittany. For three days, it combines live concerts, a friendly atmosphere and a nomadic travel spirit facing the ocean.
An exhibitors' village dedicated to van life allows you to discover outfitters, craftsmen and equipment for converted vans.
An on-site bivouac area offers the opportunity to fully experience the trip in a van or converted vehicle.
It's an ideal opportunity to combine music, meeting new people and a passion for travel in Brittany.
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Location: Le Tour-du-Parc (Morbihan)
Dates: September 11-13, 2026
19. Provence Van Weekend |
The Provence Van Weekend showcases the conversion specialists and craftsmen of southern France. Held in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, it attracts a local and national audience. Visitors discover compact vans, optimization solutions, and outdoor equipment adapted to Mediterranean climates. The atmosphere is friendly and sunny.
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Location: Marseille - Aix-en-Provence (13)
Dates: September 12-13, 2026
20. Gliss & Van Paris Show |
The Gliss & Van Paris Show combines action sports and vanlife in the Paris region. This event attracts a young, dynamic, and sporty crowd. Campervans, outdoor gear, and lifestyle accessories are showcased. It bridges the gap between nomadic mobility and sporting culture.
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Location: Vaire-sur-Marne (77)
Dates: September 18-20, 2026
| 21. SVA Provence |
The Provence Adventure Vehicle Show is dedicated to adventure vehicles and long-distance self-sufficiency. Located in Montélimar, it attracts enthusiasts of technical preparation and international expeditions. Exhibitors showcase solar equipment, water systems, and off-road solutions. It's a strategic event for ambitious projects.
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Location: Montélimar, Drôme (26)
Dates: September 27-29, 2026
22. VDL Show |
The Paris Motorhome Show at Le Bourget is the largest French event for recreational vehicles. Manufacturers of campervans, motorhomes, and their 2026 innovations are presented there for the first time. The event attracts a nationwide audience looking for the latest trends. It's a key show for comparing models before buying.
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Location: Exhibition Park, Le Bourget, Île-de-France (93)
Dates: September 26 to October 4, 2026
23. Campervan Week-End Chantilly |
Just one hour from Paris, the Campervan Week-End Chantilly 2026 is a major event for the vanlife community in northern France.
Set in the prestigious Chantilly Polo Club, this gathering offers a complete immersion in the world of campervan conversions: stands from outfitters, equipment suppliers, outdoor accessories, energy autonomy solutions and nomadic furniture.
The atmosphere is friendly and family-oriented, with concerts, food trucks, and spaces for travelers to connect. The bivouac area allows participants to park their vans on-site and experience the event from the inside.
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Location: Chantilly, Apremont (60)
Dates: October 9 to October 11, 2026
24. Vanlife Expo Bordeaux |
After its inaugural edition in Bordeaux in 2025, Vanlife Expo is preparing for its second edition in the Gironde capital. More information to come...
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Location: Bordeaux (33)
Dates: to be announced
To make sure you don't miss any Vanlife events, download the 2026 calendar!
Why participate in a vanlife event in 2026? |
Attending a vanlife trade show or festival in France or Belgium in 2026 allows you to:
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Discover the latest in campervans and 4x4 vans
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Testing outdoor equipment and self-sufficiency solutions
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Meet professional planners
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Draw inspiration from road trips and adventure stories
- Meet a passionate and caring community
These events are also important moments to prepare for the summer season and optimize your vehicle before big departures and upcoming road trips!
