Why spend time and money driving from one local dealership to the next if there is a better — and more fun— way to do it? Every year, there are annual RV shows that are a great way to see a huge variety of different brands, types, and models in one place. (Not to mention all the enticing show deals and entertainment to boot!) Exploring the differences between RV models and brands at a show will help you get a feel for the size, style, and features that best fit your family, budget, and camping style. Styles range from small pull-behind travel trailers to truck campers to fifth wheels. There are glamorous Class A motorhomes and sleek Class Bs — all with different features, bells, whistles, and price tags! So, which 2025 RV shows are the best to attend? Let’s talk about that.
Shows are not just about showing off RV inventory. They often offer extras too. Many have live entertainment and free educational seminars offered by professionals and experts in the field. The topics can range from mastering the RV lifestyle to technical topics. All of which are things you should consider when choosing the show that is right for you.
These 2025 RV shows are some of our favorites to consider each year.
Which 2025 RV Shows Are Best for You?
While most RV shows offer a diversity of RV types (from Class A motorhomes to small truck campers), others are dedicated to specific types of RV. Could be travel trailers or fifth wheels. Could be overlanders. Some shows even combine RVs, boats, and other outdoor sports gear. So, if you are seeking a specific type of RV, we would suggest attending an RV-specific show. It will likely offer a better selection from which to choose — a great option for newbies!
As a rule, when determining which of these 2025 RV shows is right for you, visit the show’s website. There, you’ll see which manufacturer’s and models will be present. If it does not offer what you are seeking, perhaps you’ll want to opt for a bigger show, even if it’s a longer drive (or flight). Or, if there’s a smaller show nearby, you could just make a fun, family weekend trip out of it!
While the great majority of shows take place in the winter or early spring, there are a couple “not-to-be-missed” shows offered in the summer and autumn sa well.
So, where to begin? Here’s our brief selection of 2025 RV shows around the U.S. — whether you’re going this year or plan to travel in the future.
Jan. 15–19: Florida RV SuperShow
If you mention that you’ve been to an RV show, people often ask if you’ve been to the “big one in Tampa.” What they’re talking about is the Florida RV SuperShow. This five-day show draws shoppers from all over the nation because it has an enormous selection of RV brands, styles, and sizes. Plan to spend at least three days shopping this show, as they use both the inside and outside space of the state fairgrounds. Since Tampa is located on the Gulf Coast (and January is one of the best times to visit Florida), a weekend of family fun is right around the corner.
- Location: Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa, Florida
- Type of RVs Represented: Wide variety from large Class A motorhomes to small pull-behind travel trailers, as well as vans and truck camper inserts.
- Educational Seminars Offered: Yes!
Jan. 16–19: Grand Rapids Camper, Travel, & RV Show
The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel, & RV Show is a fantastic, mid-sized regional show. It has a wide variety of RV options, as well as a nice selection of RV accessory dealers. The entire show is indoors in a beautiful downtown convention center. Plan at least two days to see all the models, with three days allowing you to enjoy Grand Rapids as well — a fun, mid-sized city with numerous restaurants and entertainment options all within a couple blocks of downtown.
- Location: DeVos Place, Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Type of RVs Represented: Wide variety from large Class A motorhomes to small pull-behind travel trailers, as well as some vans and truck campers.
- Educational Seminars Offered: Yes!
Jan. 17–20: New England RV Supershow
Do you live in the Northeast or seeking a less overwhelming show experience? The New England RV Supershow is a smaller show in the heart of Boston. It’s a great one, and one reason is that it’s one of the less busy 2025 RV shows. This allows you to spend more time inside of each model. Plan to spend one to two days at this show, and use the rest of the weekend to explore Boston with the family! Note: This show is hosted by RV Supershows, which offers shows from coast to coast. So, if Boston isn’t close by, check out what might be.
- Location: Boston Convention Center, Boston, Massachusetts
- Type of RVs Represented: Mostly travel trailers and 5th wheels, with a few motorhomes and truck campers.
- Educational Seminars Offered: Yes!
Feb. 13–16: Austin RV Expo
But have you been to Austin? If you have, you already know why it’s such an incredible destination. If you haven’t, Austin is a fun and funky city with music and art at its heart, and an outdoor vibe that’ll help feed any camper’s soul. This mid-sized, four-day show over Valentine’s Day weekend is a unique way to surprise your loved one with a fun weekend. The Austin RV Expo offers a good variety of manufacturers, nice February weather, and some great live bands to boot!
- Location: Austin Convention Center, Austin, Texas
- Type of RVs Represented: Mostly travel trailers and fifth wheels, with some motorhomes and truck campers.
- Educational Seminars Offered: Yes!
Feb. 14-16: Raleigh RV Show
The Raleigh RV Show is mid-sized, three-day show that draws people from the greater Carolina and Virginia region. This show offers a good selection of RV brands, styles, and sizes as they use both the inside and outside space of the state fairgrounds due to Raleigh’s pleasant weather in February. Two days should be sufficient shopping for this show. If you plan to come in your current RV, check out the onsite campground, available with advanced reservations. Note: This show is hosted by NCRVDA, which offers shows in major cities across North Carolina throughout the winter.
- Location: NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh, North Carolina
- Type of RVs Represented: Mostly travel trailers and fifth wheels, with some motorhomes and truck campers.
- Educational Seminars Offered: Yes!
Mar. 6–9: Seattle RV Show
This fantastic, four-day, mid-sized show offers a wide variety of RV brands and models, all within the inside space of the Lumen Center. Downtown Seattle offers a huge selection of numerous restaurants and entertainment options, allowing you to turn a visit to the Seattle RV Show into a fun weekend in the Emerald City for the whole family. Or plan a full week and visit a couple of the nearby national parks during the less busy off-season!
- Location: Lumen Field Event Center, Seattle, Washington
- Type of RVs Represented: Wide variety from large Class A motorhomes to small pull-behind travel trailers, as well as vans and truck camper inserts.
- Educational Seminars Offered: Yes!
Sept. 10–14: America’s Largest RV Show
Also know as the Hershey RV Show, America’s Largest RV Show is an enormous, five-day show in the heart of Pennsylvania. And it is not to be missed! There’s a reason that it draws people from all over the nation. This show has a huge selection of RV brands, styles, and sizes as well as a multitude of RV accessories. And fantastic seminars offered all day, every day. Plan to spend at least three days shopping for this show, as they use both the inside and outside space of the Giant Center, located right next door to the famous Hershey Amusement Park and chocolate factory. That means you can turn a visit to the show into a fun weekend for the whole family.
- Location: Giant Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
- Type of RVs Represented: Wide variety from large Class A motorhomes to small pull-behind travel trailers, as well as vans and truck camper inserts.
- Educational Seminars Offered: Yes!
Expert Tips for Shopping any RV Show
Before the RV Show
Unless you’ve traveled in an RV before, how do you know what you will need and use? Like any other major purchase research project, diving in can lead to a black hole of websites, YouTube videos, and blogs into which you disappear and lose yourself entirely. But, you’ll learn a lot and it’s an important first step in the process of understanding RV terminology, features, and technology. So, here’s what we recommend to do before the show — while sidestepping the black hole of the internet.
1. Educate Yourself about Rig Styles
- Where do you want to go in your RV? A cross-country road trip, quick weekend getaways around the region, a seasonal lake-side resort, or snowbird migrations between the Florida coast and your New England home? Any size or style RV can accommodate any of these choices, but there are some important considerations that we’ll cover later in this article.
- Where do you want to stay? National forest and national park campsites with few amenities, RV parks and resorts with everything, or boondocking on public land for weeks at a time with nothing but what you bring? Keep in mind, most are set-up for maybe one to two nights off-grid in between electrical hook-ups at campgrounds, but with some simple changes, you can add solar to any RV and have electricity whenever and wherever you want to camp.
- How do you and your family like to camp? Do you want to feel like you’re in a super comfy tent in the great outdoors, or that you brought your small apartment and all of your toys with you?
It’s all a matter of your approach, and there are models designed to meet your needs, style, budget, and camping style dreams. Just because your best friends have a 35-foot fifth wheel toy-hauler that they love, that doesn’t mean it’s the right rig for you. We highly recommend that anyone in the market for an RV try one out before you buy. Renting an RV or two for a short trip can really help determine what your “must-haves” are.
2. Do Some Virtual Work
For the brands that you like, take a virtual online tour of the models which appeal to you. Also, spend some time reviewing the online show floorplan map. Taking a few hours to do this research ahead of time will allow you to maximize your time and energy at the show itself. Reading unbiased RV reviews also help fine-tune what to look for in a particular model. Also, check to see how long the show is running — most are three to five days long and weekends can be crazy busy. Try to go on a less busy day to avoid crowds.
3. Determine Important Features
Determine which features are must-haves for everyone who will be using the RV. Create a simple spreadsheet (or download our RV Show Shopping Worksheet) with “Brands & Models” down the left and “Features & Amenities” across the top.Leave room for additional comments for each brand and model too. Bring this worksheet with you on a tablet or phone to help you shop at the show.
4. Set a Budget and Explore Financing
Set your budget and check with your bank about financing. This will at least give you a comparison for dealer financing offers. We never advocate for people to go into debt for something they may not use frequently and will depreciate over time. On the other hand, your RV may become your full-time home like it is for us. Be cautious and deliberate about your finances and how a rig will fit into it!
5. Other Things to Consider Before You Buy:
- Will your neighborhood allow you to park your RV in your driveway or backyard? Some suburban neighborhoods and HOAs can be sticklers about this issue. So, know the rules and regulations before you buy. If you can’t park the rig on your property, check into storage prices and availability in your area before you commit to a specific sized model.
- How much will insurance and annual registration cost for the rig? Each state handles this differently, and some of the costs may surprise you. Your DMV website should have the details you need.
During the RV Show
- Choose three to five manufacturers that you identified ahead of time and head straight to their models, then check out others if you have time.
- Spend some time in each unit to get a sense of space and features, and make thorough notes on your worksheet so you can remember the unique features of each.
- Imagine your stuff inside, imagine living in it for days, weeks, or even months at a time.
- Go into the bathroom, lie on the bed, sit on the couch, stand at the kitchen counter. Is it comfortable?
- Open and close the doors, cupboards, and hatches multiple times. Are they made well?
- Check inside and out for manufacturing quality, and read user reviews. High price doesn’t always mean high quality.
- Talk to a sales representatives to get a feel for their style and negotiating skills.
- Take pictures of each rig, with brand name and model clearly visible, and note where they are on the show map so that you can go back for a second visit.
We hope this guide for 2025 RV shows helps you find the perfect RV for you and your family — this year or in the future. Have fun and happy travels!
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