Life on the Road, Together: What It's Like to Attend an Xscapers Annual Bash
If you've ever had the pleasure of attending an Xscapers Annual Bash, then you know it's not just another RV rally. Bash is an entire world that comes alive in the desert for one wild and wonderful week. From the moment your tires cross the threshold of the SARA Park Rodeo Grounds and you see rows of rigs stretching out under the sun, you realize you're not just parking your home, you're joining a temporary city built by and for people who love this lifestyle.
The Arrival
The moment you arrive, you are greeted by excited, smiling faces of volunteers who welcome you and help you find your spot. Before you've even finished leveling, your new neighbors are waving, dogs are sniffing, and someone has already invited you to join them for a drink later. The first night is always electric! Hundreds of travelers who've been caravanning, boondocking, or going solo suddenly come together in one place. You feel like you've instantly joined a massive family reunion where everyone actually wants to be there.
Days That Flow at Their Own Pace
Mornings at Bash can either be slow and easy or active and engaging. Grab coffee at Center Camp and ease into the day, walk the dog, or swap stories with your neighbors. Or, if you're ready to move, join a yoga or breathwork session, hit the onsite pickleball courts, or head out for a hike in the desert. And if last night's party kept you up late, you'll find no judgment here. Feel free to sleep in and catch up later.
By afternoon, the energy shifts. Workshops and seminars dive into everything from boondocking strategies and solar setups to remote work hacks and clever tips from seasoned travelers. Others gather for field games or casual activities, while plenty of folks use the time to log some work hours-because around here, everyone gets what it means to balance play with a paycheck. Families aren't left out either, with activities designed for kids so parents can enjoy a breather knowing their little ones are having fun too.
Nights You'll Never Forget
There are multiple theme nights during Bash, and the entire community shows up for it. Costumes, contests, live music, dance floors under the stars-there's always something to keep you up late. One night you might be sampling cocktails made by your fellow RVers, the next you're dancing to a live band, and another night you're watching your friends compete in hilariously silly games for bragging rights.
It's part music festival, part block party, part family gathering. Some nights you'll go all out and party until the firepits die out. Other nights you'll chill under the desert sky, swapping travel stories with new friends you just met.
A Community That's Hard to Describe
What makes Bash unforgettable isn't just the entertainment or the activities, it's the people. Everyone here understands this lifestyle. They get what it means to work from the road, to raise a family while traveling, to troubleshoot your rig in the middle of nowhere, to chase good weather, or to crave both freedom and community at the same time.
And while the vibe definitely leans toward the younger, working-age RVer, Bash isn't about numbers on a birth certificate, it's about attitude. If you're adventurous, open-minded, and ready to jump in, you'll find your people at Bash-whether you're traveling with kids, with friends, or on your own.
By the end of the week, you'll be exhausted but in the best way possible. Your cheeks will hurt from smiling, your phone will be bursting with new contacts, and you'll probably be finalizing plans to caravan with people you hadn't even met seven days earlier. Leaving is bittersweet. You'll be glad to finally get some quiet, but you'll know you just experienced something special.
Why It's Different
Most RV events focus only on retirees or only on families. Bash is different. It bridges the gap. It has the vibe of a music festival, the camaraderie of summer camp, and the heart of a family reunion.
When you leave, you'll be taking more than just memories and a few dozen new friends. You'll carry a renewed sense of why you chose this lifestyle in the first place. Freedom, yes. Adventure, of course. But also belonging.
Because for one week every year, in a dusty corner of the desert, we all come together to prove that the road doesn't have to be lonely.
