Built on Connection + Culture
CARV Expo brings together surf, skate, bike, outdoor, adventure, and coastal lifestyle brands with retailers in San Diego—where action sports culture made its home. In Southern California, where skateboarding was born and surf culture first flourished, it's where retailers connect with brands and discover what's next, relationships are built or strengthened, and the community that drives this industry is celebrated.
In May 2025, CARV proved the demand for a true West Coast gathering. The show floor was filled with heritage names and emerging innovators, and buyers came ready to do business.
“We finally have a great place to call home on the West Coast — this show nailed it.”
Kevin 'Kevmo' Morris // Heritage Surf Shop
“The event was awesome. Everyone we spoke to was stoked, and it’s clear this show has serious momentum.”
Anthony Dunn & Peter Mel // Freeline Surf Shop
“I’m looking forward to seeing this show grow into something that truly represents our surf culture.”
Josh Hansen // Hansen Surf
“There was a renewed energy in the building, a vibe that’s been missing on the West Coast for years. CARV delivered.”
Sean Fleuriau // Brixton
Their Voices // Why CARV Works
Looking Ahead to 2026
The momentum continues. CARV 2026 is timed perfectly for retailers needing immediate goods as well as planning late-year assortments and beyond.
Our San Diego location keeps things simple for the brands and buyers who shape this industry. Coastal retailers and Hawaii-based businesses can connect without the friction of cross-country travel, while exhibitors are right at home in Southern California's manufacturing hub.
CARV 2026 will feature a wide range of manufacturers spanning surf, skate, bike, and outdoor sports businesses. From apparel to hard goods, wellness products to innovative gear, the show floor represents the full scope of what this community creates and what retailers need to serve their customers.
Authenticity Always
Only brands that genuinely live and breathe surf, skate, and coastal outdoor culture belong on our floor. This protects the integrity of the show, ensures retailers discover products that truly connect with their customers, and keeps CARV rooted in the lifestyle, not just the business, of this industry.
Community First
We're creating space where the industry feels like family again—where veterans and newcomers connect, share solutions, and celebrate what makes this community special.
Easy Access
We're located where it makes sense—Southern California, where brands are based and Hawaii can more easily reach us, with transparent pricing that makes participation affordable for everyone.
Deep Respect
Respect runs through this community—from honoring the people behind the products, the family-run businesses that keep this industry true to its roots, and the environments where these sports happen. We create space for brands and retailers who believe in giving back to each other and the land and sea that make their lifestyle possible.
Our Values // The Beliefs That Guide Everything We Do
More than a marketplace
CARV Expo is where the action sports and outdoor lifestyle industry comes together to do business and celebrate the culture that drives it forward. The show floor connects heritage retailers with emerging brands, family-run shops with purpose-driven makers, and the entire community with the energy that makes this industry special.
May 14-15, 2026 // San Diego Convention Center // San Diego, CA
