Top 14 RV Trade Shows
If you are looking for the latest recreational vehicle (RV) on the market, an RV trade show is a great way to explore the newest ones available. You can also explore the many different RVs at these shows and see which one suits your needs.
What’s more, you can buy one at a lower price than in the market with the RV show pricing model.
RV trade shows are not just about RVs. You will also find businesses that provide RV accessories and related services at these trade shows.
RV trade shows are also great for those who love learning about the newest RV models, trends, and technologies.
RV enthusiasts can check out the different models and types of RVs, tour them, talk to manufacturers and dealers personally, and even attend meet-and-greet sessions and educational seminars to brush up on the industry.
These shows also provide a space where RV enthusiasts can meet and network with other like-minded people.
If you wish to attend an RV trade show this year, we have rounded up the 14 best and biggest shows worth a visit. Check them out below.
#1 Florida RV SuperShow
Also known as the Tampa RV Show, the Florida RV SuperShow is one of the biggest and most popular RV shows in the US. In fact, it proudly calls itself the “largest RV show in the country.” It is usually held in January at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, Florida.
RVers from all over the country flock to the show for RV tours, buy RV accessories, attend meet and greet sessions, and more. This mega RV show also attracts RV content creators, so you can expect to encounter your favorite RV YouTubers and bloggers.
The show usually has dozens of RVs on display. You will find an exhaustive range of RVs that you can inspect and tour, from small travel trailers to large luxury motor coaches.
The show also holds educational seminars every day, covering topics from “RV Maintenance” and “Tips on Choosing the Right RV” to “Exploring America.”
#2 Quartzsite Sports, Vacation & RV Show
Held every year at the end of January in Quartzsite, Arizona, the Quartzsite Sports, Vacation & RV Show is also one of the largest in the country. Also called the “big tent show,” it claims that it hosts the “World’s Largest Gathering of RVers in the World.”
The Quartzsite Sports, Vacation & RV Show attracts RVers from around the country and even abroad. The 2020 event drew approximately 150,000 visitors.
The show also boasts a huge open-air flea market for rock, gem, mineral, and fossil collectors.
This RV show showcases a large number of RV manufacturers and vendors, including those who deal in the following:
- RV gear
- Towing and travel trailer accessories
- Campgrounds, resorts, and tourism services
- RVer mail services
- RV clubs
Simply put, the show features everything related to RVing in its many halls and booths.
#3 Hershey RV Show – America’s Largest RV Show
Like the Florida RV SuperShow, the Hershey RV Show, too, calls itself the largest RV show in the US.
Held in September at the Giant Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania, this show features more than a thousand RVs, including brand new models, from a wide range of RV manufacturers and dealers.
The show covers over a million square feet. So if you plan to visit all the booths, space out your exploration schedule over multiple days. Arrive early each day and take breaks to rest and enjoy the atmosphere.
The trade show also hosts educational seminars that can help you learn more about RVs and RVing, making it a must-visit for all enthusiasts and owners.
#4 Chicago RV & Camping Show
The Chicago RV & Camping Show ranks among the country’s top 10 RV shows. It also claims to be the “Midwest’s Largest RV Show.” It is generally held in mid to late February at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center in the village of Rosemont in Illinois.
The Chicago RV & Camping Show boasts hundreds of the latest RV models from manufacturers and dealers in the midwest. It also hosts many booth displays related to campgrounds, RV gear and accessories, and other related products and services.
#5 Midwest RV Super Show
The Midwest RV Super Show is usually held in August at the iconic RV/MH Hall of Fame in the RV Capital of the World: Elkhart, Indiana. This show is housed in a pavilion covering 22,000 square feet and features hundreds of the latest RV models.
You can tour and buy RVs built in Elkhart. The best part is that you can buy one at an unbelievably low price. You can also enter the RV/MH Hall of Fame and check out antique RVs from 1913!
#6 Tampa Bay Summer RV Show
The Tampa Bay Summer RV Show is held in mid-June at the same venue as the Florida RV SuperShow—the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, Florida. However, while the Florida RV SuperShow is held in the winter, this one is held in peak summertime.
Attendance for this show is often a fraction of the January edition, which means you can expect a tamer crowd and more breathing space.
It is a fantastic RV camping show that allows you to tour RVs from local dealers and RV exhibitors. You will also find tour vendor booths for RV supplies and services.
The best part of a summer show is that it prevents you from paying winter campground prices.
#7 Portland Fall RV & Van Show
The Portland Fall RV & Van Show is held in September at the Portland Expo Center, Portland, Oregon. This peak Pacific Northwest RV show beats all other shows in the region when it comes to the number of RVs, vans, and vendor booths housed under a single roof.
The Portland Fall RV & Van Show is also one of the best RV shows on the West Coast. You can tour RVs, learn more about popular favorite brands and dealers, and get the sweetest deals on the latest RV models.
#8 Southwest RV Super Show
Arguably one of Texas’s best RV trade shows, the Southwest RV Super Show is held in September at the Dallas Market Hall.
North Texas has many RV dealers, all of whom display their offerings at this show. It has more than 500 RVs on display, making it one of the biggest RV shows in the region. You will also come upon vendor booths for RV accessories, RV clubs, campgrounds, and resorts.
You can also check out RV educational seminars at this trade show. These seminars are taught by some of the top experts in the RV industry, including Terry Cooper from the National RV Training Academy, Tim Armstrong from RV Driving School, and Jim Koca from Escapees RV Club’s RVer Boot Camp.
#9 Sand – Water – RV Expo
The Sand – Water – RV Expo is a smaller RV show than the others on this list. It also focuses on motorsports, so it does not cater only to RVers. But it’s still worth a visit if you happen to be in the Lake Havasu area during the fall season.
The Sand – Water – RV Expo is held every year in mid-November at the Lake Havasu State Park in Arizona. At this expo, you will find RVs, off-road vehicles, boats, paddleboards, camping gear, fishing gear, and other products related to outdoor recreation. So if you love RVing, off-roading, and Overlanding, check it out.
#10 South Texas RV Super Sale
The biggest RV show in South Texas, the South Texas RV Super Sale, is held in early January at the Freeman Coliseum Expo Hall in San Antonio, Texas. This RV camping show features hundreds of RVs from different Texas dealers and dozens of vendor booths for camping supplies and accessories.
It also hosts seminars that will teach you about the latest RV technologies and trends and the RVing lifestyle in general.
#11 Indy RV Expo
Indiana’s largest RV trade show, the Indy RV Expo, is held every January at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis, Indiana.
It spans more than 120,000 square feet and showcases hundreds of the latest RV models, tent campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, and RV parts and accessories from leading brand manufacturers.
Buyers get special discounted show rates, on-the-spot financing, and factory incentives, helping them purchase their new motor home at a steal.
Attendees can also discover campgrounds and camping information and talk to factory representatives at the show.
#12 Boston RV & Camping Expo
The Boston RV & Camping Expo is held every January at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts. It is a must-attend for all RVing and camping enthusiasts, nature lovers, and outdoor recreation buffs.
You will find the latest models of RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, pop-up campers, and camping supplies and gear at the show. You can also check the exhibitor booths of campgrounds and travel information centers that will tell you about the best camping sites in the country.
If you’re planning to buy an RV, you can also speak to knowledgeable dealers and factory representatives and take advantage of special show pricing and incentives.
The Boston RV & Camping Expo also hosts exclusive seminars on all days of the fair. So visitors can brush up on their knowledge of RVs and learn new skills related to camping, RV maintenance, choosing the right model for their lifestyle, etc.
#13 St. Louis RV Vacation & Travel Show
The St. Louis RV Vacation & Travel Show is one of the biggest RV consumer shows in the country. Hosted by the Midwest Gateway RV Dealers Association, it is usually held in January or February. It covers more than 260,000 square feet of the America’s Center Convention Complex in downtown St. Louis.
Every year, the St. Louis RV Vacation & Travel Show draws hundreds of people who love RVing or wish to try the lifestyle. It presents the latest, state-of-the-art RV technologies, parts, and accessories and features hundreds of RVs.
You will find a vast array of motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers, van campers, folding camping trailers, sport utility trailers, and truck campers on display and for sale.
So if you’re a prospective buyer who wishes to compare different RV models or an RVer who wants to upgrade your current model, this show is a one-stop shop for all your RVing needs.
It also features travel destinations such as campgrounds and resorts—you can easily plan your next camping trip.
Exhibitors at the fair offer big savings on a wide selection of RVs, so you can be sure to find a sweet deal here.
#14 Maryland RV Show
The Maryland Recreational Vehicle Dealers Association (MRVDA) organizes two editions of the Maryland RV Show every year at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium.
The Spring RV Super Sale takes place during the last two full weekends of February, whereas the Fall RV Super Sale is held on one weekend in September.
The Maryland RV Show is the state’s biggest showcase of the newest motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers, tent campers, and toy haulers in every price range.
You can also find outdoor sporting and camping equipment here. So if you happen to be in Maryland during the spring or fall, make sure that you head over to this show.
Conclusion
RV trade shows are a fun way to discover new RV technologies and models, tour and buy them, and learn more about them. You can also meet fellow campers and RV enthusiasts and exchange your ideas about RVing, camping, and other outdoor activities.
If you liked reading this article on RV trade shows, check out our website for more helpful blog posts and guides on exhibits of all kinds. Happy reading!
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