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RIG ROUND UP 2026

A Weekend of Adventure in the Santa Cruz Mountains

**November 6–8, 2026**
**Hallcrest Vineyards • Felton, California**

Rig Round Up is back for 2026.

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of camping, adventure, incredible rigs, great food, local wine and cider, and an amazing community—all set beneath the redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Prep the camper. Wax the surfboard. Grease the bike chain.

Whether you want to ride some of Santa Cruz's legendary singletrack, catch a wave, hike through towering redwoods, explore downtown Felton, enjoy locally made wine and cider, or simply spend the weekend talking campers around the campfire, Rig Round Up gives you the freedom to build the weekend your way.

This is more than a campout. It's a weekend spent with people who share a passion for exploring, building, and living life on the road.

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Friday, November 6

Arrival Day

**Gates Open: 2:00 PM**

Roll into Hallcrest Vineyards, find your campsite, and settle in beneath the redwoods.

Friday is all about slowing down, meeting your neighbors, checking out everyone's rigs, swapping stories, and kicking off an incredible weekend together.

Take a walk around camp, introduce yourself, and enjoy your first evening with the Rig Round Up community.

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Saturday, November 7

Adventure Day

Start your day with a fresh cup of coffee featuring coffee and beans provided by **Afuera Coffee**.

Single-origin, organic, and Rainforest Alliance Certified, Afuera Coffee is crafted for those who love life outdoors. In fact, *Afuera* literally means "outside," making it the perfect fuel for a day of surfing, mountain biking, hiking, or simply relaxing beneath the redwoods.

Then choose your own adventure.

* Surf one of Santa Cruz's legendary beaches
* Join the guided mountain bike ride
* Explore the redwoods
* Play a round of disc golf
* Enjoy wine tasting at Hallcrest Vineyards
* Walk into downtown Felton
* Relax around camp with fellow attendees

However you spend your day, you'll return to camp for an unforgettable evening together.

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Guided Santa Cruz Mountain Bike Ride

Want to experience some of the best riding in the Santa Cruz Mountains?

Join our guided Saturday ride led by **Sam Randazzo**, Community Marketing Specialist at Santa Cruz Bicycles, Certified Mountain Bike Guide, and Certified Mountain Bike Coach.

Sam will lead the group through some of the area's best singletrack while sharing his local knowledge along the way.

The UC trail system is well known for being confusing to navigate if you've never ridden it before. Let a local show you the goods.

You'll also have the opportunity to talk bikes, ask questions, and hear what's new from Santa Cruz Bicycles.

**Ride Requirements**

* Skill Level: Intermediate or above
* Bike: Full-suspension mountain bike or a dialed-in trail-ready hardtail
* Cost: $20 per rider (all proceeds go directly to Sam)
* Departure: Approximately 10:30 AM Saturday

To participate, simply add the Guided Mountain Bike Ride during checkout when purchasing your Rig Round Up ticket.

Additional ride details will be shared with registered riders before the event.

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Wine & Cider at Hallcrest Vineyards

One of the best parts about this year's venue?

You're camping at a winery.

Hallcrest Vineyards is known for its organic wines and handcrafted ciders, all produced right on site.

Wine tasting will be available throughout the weekend, and Rig Round Up attendees receive **20% off tastings**.

Relax with a tasting, enjoy the beautiful property, and experience one of the things that makes this year's venue so unique.

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Disc Golf

Looking for another way to enjoy the property?

Hallcrest features an on-site disc golf course, making it easy to fit in a round between adventures, wine tastings, and exploring everyone's rigs.

Bring your discs and enjoy some friendly competition without ever leaving camp.

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Explore Downtown Felton

Need a few supplies? Craving tacos? Looking to explore?

Hallcrest is within walking distance of downtown Felton, giving attendees easy access to grocery stores, restaurants, taquerias, coffee shops, and local shopping throughout the weekend.

Park the rig and enjoy one of the Santa Cruz Mountains' most charming towns.

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Saturday Evening

Community Pizza Dinner

After a full day of adventure, we'll gather back at camp for a catered community dinner from **Redwood Pizzeria**, a Certified Green Restaurant known for serving fresh, locally sourced, organic pizza.

Grab a slice, meet someone new, and get ready for one of the most memorable evenings of the weekend.

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The 2026 Rig Round Up Awards

#DIWHYNOT Award

Celebrating the most creative, custom-built, or wonderfully unconventional camper at Rig Round Up.

Whether it's brilliantly engineered, completely unexpected, or simply makes everyone ask, "How did you think of that?" this award recognizes those who weren't afraid to build something uniquely their own.

U-Turn Worthy Award

Sometimes a rig is so good you immediately want to turn around for another look.

Awarded to the best overall setup, this recognizes the camper that perfectly combines thoughtful design, functionality, personality, and attention to detail.

Road Dog Award

For the attendee who traveled the farthest to join us for Rig Round Up 2026.

Because getting there is half the adventure.

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Rig Round Up Raffle

After the awards, we'll kick off the 2026 Rig Round Up Raffle featuring an incredible lineup of prizes generously donated by our community partners.

This year's raffle includes prizes from:

* Torklift International
* Chainline Design
* GRAYL
* Afuera Coffee
* And many more

Every registered rig receives one raffle ticket, and additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase during the event.

After the raffle, we'll gather around the campfire, swap stories, make new friends, and enjoy one last evening beneath the redwoods.

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Sunday, November 8

Morning Yoga

Ease into the final day with a relaxing yoga session led by **Saide Simmons**, Certified Yoga Instructor.

Whether you're recovering from the bike ride or simply looking for a peaceful start to the morning, everyone is welcome.

Beginners are encouraged to join.

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Rig Parade

**11:00 AM**

We'll line up the campers and head out together for the annual Rig Parade, making our way toward the Santa Cruz coastline and wrapping up another unforgettable Rig Round Up weekend.

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# Tickets & What's Included

$150 Per Rig

Every registered rig receives:

* Two nights of camping at Hallcrest Vineyards
* One Saturday night community dinner ticket
* One official Rig Round Up 2026 commemorative stainless steel pint glass that can be used for the onsite Keg Beer (Pop-up Pale Ale and a Non-Cab Over Kolsch from Woodhouse Brewing)
* Rig Round Up 2026 goodie bag
* One raffle ticket
* Exclusive Rig Round Up 2026 sticker
* Commemorative event poster
* Sponsor swag
* Surprise extras

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#Bringing a Co-Pilot — or the Whole Crew?

Your Rig Round Up ticket includes admission for **one rig and everyone traveling in it**.

If you're bringing additional people, you'll simply need to purchase additional Saturday night community dinner tickets for anyone who plans to join us for the catered pizza dinner.

Optional add-ons available during checkout include:

* Additional Saturday night community dinner tickets
* Guided Mountain Bike Ride ($20 per rider)
* Additional raffle tickets

Additional Rig Round Up 2026 commemorative stainless steel pint glasses and other exclusive event merchandise will also be available for purchase throughout the weekend while supplies last.

Build the weekend that works best for your crew and add only the extras you need.

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Event Details

Pack It In, Pack It Out

Please plan to take all of your trash home with you. Trash receptacles will not be available for attendee waste.

Restrooms

Portable restrooms will be conveniently located throughout the campground, and attendees will also have access to a full flush restroom inside the winery.

Camping

We'll be camping on flat ground, circling up the rigs, and enjoying a weekend together.

Waiver

A liability waiver must be signed upon arrival during check-in.

Pets

Well-behaved pets are welcome. Please keep them leashed and be respectful of your fellow campers.

Quiet Hours

Quiet hours are from **10:00 PM to 8:00 AM**. Please help everyone enjoy a peaceful night's sleep.

Event Location

The exact event location and arrival instructions will be emailed to all registered attendees the day before the event.

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Build Your Own Santa Cruz Weekend

Ride bikes.

Go surfing.

Hike beneath the redwoods.

Play disc golf.

Walk into Felton for tacos.

Taste local wine and cider.

Drink incredible coffee.

Check out amazing campers.

Meet new friends.

Or simply slow down and enjoy camp.

This weekend is yours.

We're bringing together incredible people, unique rigs, local businesses, outdoor adventure, and the beauty of the Santa Cruz Mountains for one unforgettable weekend.

More activities, raffle prizes, and exciting announcements will be revealed as Rig Round Up 2026 gets closer.

Prep the rig. Wax the surfboard. Grease the bike chain.

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#BuiltByYou

Rig Round Up is an independently organized event created by the Small Truck Campers community.

This weekend isn't made possible by sponsors—it's made possible by **you**. Every ticket purchased helps bring Rig Round Up to life, from the venue and activities to the little details that make the weekend special.

We're incredibly grateful to the local businesses, community partners, and brands that have contributed to making this weekend even better, but Rig Round Up exists because of the people who choose to be part of it.

Thank you for being part of this community and helping make Rig Round Up 2026 possible.

We'll See You in the Mountains.

**RIG ROUND UP 2026**

# Everything You Need to Know

Welcome to **Rig Round Up!**

Whether this is your first gathering or you've been part of the community for years, we're excited to have you join us for a weekend of camping, great food, local beer, incredible rigs, and even better people.

Rig Round Up is all about slowing down, making new friends, swapping stories around the campfire, and celebrating a shared love for getting outside. Whether you're arriving in a truck camper, a van, a tent, or anything in between, you're part of the community.

Below you'll find answers to the most common questions to help you prepare for the weekend. If you don't see what you're looking for, don't hesitate to reach out—we're happy to help!

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## What types of rigs are welcome?

**All camping rigs are welcome at Rig Round Up!** Whether you travel in a truck camper, van, SUV, rooftop tent, teardrop trailer, travel trailer, motorhome, or anything in between, we'd love to have you join us.

While everyone is welcome, we'll also have a dedicated **Small Truck Camper Village** to honor the event's roots and celebrate the community that inspired Rig Round Up in the first place. No matter what you drive, you'll have a place here.

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## Can I attend if I don't have a truck camper?

Absolutely! **You do not need a truck camper to attend Rig Round Up.**

Since this is a camping event, you'll need some type of camping setup for the weekend. Whether you're bringing a tent, sleeping in your car, camping in an Aussie swag, a van, rooftop tent, trailer, or any other camping setup, you're more than welcome.

Rig Round Up is all about the people and the adventure—not what you camp in.

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## Are there bathrooms?

Yes! We'll have **two porta-potties on site**, as well as access to a **flush-toilet bathroom at the winery**.

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## Are there showers?

No. There are **no shower facilities** available during the event, so please plan accordingly.

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## Are there water or electrical hookups?

No. Rig Round Up is a **dry camping event**, meaning there are **no running water or electrical hookups** at the campsites. Please arrive prepared with the water and power you'll need for the weekend.

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## Is potable water available?

Potable water will **not be available for general use**, so please arrive with enough drinking and cooking water for your entire stay. Water at the winery will only be available in the event of an emergency.

Forgot something? **Downtown Felton is just a short bike ride or drive away** and has plenty of options for food, drinks, water, and other provisions.

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## Is there cell service?

Yes! Most major cell carriers have service at the campground, so you should be able to make calls, send texts, and use mobile data during the event.

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## Can we have campfires?

For safety, **wood-burning campfires are not permitted at individual campsites**. Personal **propane fire pits and propane fireplaces are welcome**.

We'll also have a **large community fire pit** where everyone can gather, swap stories, and enjoy the evening together.

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## Can I use a generator?

To help keep the campground peaceful and let everyone enjoy the sounds of nature, we ask that **generators not be used during Rig Round Up**.

Please plan to camp using your batteries, solar, or other quiet power sources. Thank you for helping us create a relaxing experience for everyone!

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## Are kids welcome?

Absolutely! **Kids are more than welcome at Rig Round Up.** We love seeing families get outside, camp together, and be part of the community. Bring the whole crew!

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## Do I need to buy a food ticket for my kids?

No! **Food tickets are only required for attendees 18 years and older.** We'll have plenty of pizza, and kids are welcome to grab a slice or two at no additional cost.

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## What does the food ticket include?

Your food ticket includes **all-you-can-eat pizza** on Saturday evening, with **vegetarian options available**.

We'll also have **beer on tap**, including our custom brews:

* **Pop-Up Pale Ale**
* **Non-Cab Over Kölsch**

Please note that **water, soft drinks, juice, and other beverages are not provided**, so be sure to bring your own (BYO) non-alcoholic drinks and enough water for the weekend.

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## Can I bring my own alcohol?

Yes! You're welcome to **bring your own alcohol** to enjoy responsibly during the event.

If you'd like to support our host winery, **Rig Round Up attendees receive 20% off all wine and cider purchases** throughout the event. Wine and cider will be available for purchase on site in bottles and cans.

Need to restock? There's also a **market just a 15-minute walk from the campground** with a full selection of beer, wine, spirits, and other beverages.

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## What happens if it rains?

Rig Round Up is a **rain-or-shine event**, and we'll do our best to proceed as planned if light rain is in the forecast.

However, if severe weather or other unsafe camping conditions are expected, we may need to postpone or cancel the event. If that happens, **all ticket holders will receive either a full refund or the option to apply their purchase as a credit toward a future Rig Round Up event.**

We'll communicate any weather-related updates with attendees as early as possible via email and social media.

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## What if I can't make it after I've registered?

We understand that plans can change! If something comes up and you're no longer able to attend, **refund requests will be handled on a case-by-case basis**.

Just send us an email, and we'll do our best to work something out. The more advance notice you can give us, the more likely we'll be able to accommodate your request.