# California Action Retailer + Venture (CARV) Expo 2026 · San Diego, Cal | TradeShowIntel > CARV Expo 2026 is a West Coast trade show for the surf, skate, and outdoor action sports industry, taking place May 14-15, 2026 at the San Diego Convention Cent URL: https://tradeshowintel.com/events/california-action-retailer-venture-carv-expo-2026 --- Trade show # California Action Retailer + Venture (CARV) Expo 2026 CARV Expo 2026 is a West Coast trade show for the surf, skate, and outdoor action sports industry, taking place May 14-15, 2026 at the San Diego Convention Center in California. The event focuses on authentic community connections, product discovery, and bringing together heritage brands with emerging innovators. Key partners include SURFER Magazine, San Diego Sports Innovators (SDSI), and Board Retailers Association. The event features exhibitor booths, industry speakers/panels, product launches, and networking opportunities across 70,000+ sq ft in Hall H. CARV Expo 2026 is a West Coast trade show for the surf, skate, and outdoor action sports industry, taking place May 14-15, 2026 at the San Diego Convention Center in California. The event focuses on authentic community connections, product discovery, and bringing together heritage brands with emerging innovators. Key partners include SURFER Magazine, San Diego Sports Innovators (SDSI), and Board Retailers Association. The event features exhibitor booths, industry speakers/panels, product launches, and networking opportunities across 70,000+ sq ft in Hall H. ## Event details - **Dates:** 14–15 May 2026 - **Location:** San Diego, California, USA - **Venue:** San Diego Convention Center - **Industry:** Surf - **Category:** Trade show ## Audience scale - **Exhibitors:** 0+ ## Why exhibit Exhibiting at CARV Expo puts your brand in front of hundreds of specialty retailers from across the US, all looking for authentic surf, skate, and outdoor lifestyle products. The show floor connects you with heritage retailers, emerging buyers, and industry leaders in a focused West Coast setting. Benefit from direct sales opportunities, brand exposure, and the chance to be part of the only trade show built for this community. ## Why visit CARV Expo is the place for retailers to discover new brands, see product launches, and place orders for the upcoming season. With over 150 brands in one hall, you can efficiently source across apparel, hard goods, accessories, and more. Network with fellow shop owners, attend industry sessions, and experience the energy of the action sports community. ## Exhibitor profile - Surf brands - Skate brands - Bike brands - Outdoor brands - Apparel (men, women, children) - Footwear - Accessories - Surfboards - Wetsuits - Sustainable products ## Visitor profile - Retailers - Store owners - Buyers - Distributors - Brand representatives - Industry media ## Industries - Surf - Skate - Outdoor Sports - Action Sports - Board Sports - Adventure Industry ## Organisers - RedlineXpo LLC