Descend on Bend
Late night jam sessions; howling at the moon with 1,000 people; exclusive milky-way access; workshops; four-wheeling in the hole-in-the-ground, and…
We do not have any upcoming events…
…however, in the past, EcoVan.org partnered with multiple organizations and events prior to the COVID-19 pandemic to provide consulting, lectures, lessons, and table discussions. You can book us for your event (often for FREE) by clicking here.
Check back in 2027 for new events!
Late night jam sessions; howling at the moon with 1,000 people; exclusive milky-way access; workshops; four-wheeling in the hole-in-the-ground, and…
Descend on Bend is a gathering of VW Vanagons, Buses, and many other vans and livable vehicles in the high desert of Oregon outside of Bend. It’s a group of people celebrating humans, being.
This is a HUGE EVENT. So many vanlifers and travelers from all over the country will descend on Bend. Will you?
Vanlife Diaries + Idle Bus Theory are teaming up to host the first ever Taos VanlifeDiaries Gathering! There are so many cool workshops at this one, and so many great folks. If you haven’t gone to a vanlife gathering yet, might I suggest this be your first? Vanlife Diaries gatherings are a great way to meet the community!
FREE TO THE PUBLIC
The show will feature built-out Mercedes Sprinters (mostly) 4x4 rigs, accessories to view and buy for your rig or van, and more. Come out and meet the builders, network with vanlifers, check out all kinds of cool workmanship and things maybe you’ve never seen, learn something new.
There will be product demos and a section for van owners to park and network.
There will be food and beer. And a show in the Amphitheater both of the nights.
Open Roads Fest is a celebration of all that van life has to offer. Expect an epic weekend full of adventure, learning new skills, meeting new people and making lifelong friendships — not to mention camping on the outskirts of Idaho’s best mountain town.
Vanlife Diaries + The Van Project are partnering to host the second annual Teton Valley Vanlife Gathering. Ticket includes two nights camping at the beautiful Linn Canyon Ranch near Yellowstone National Parks’ South entrance.