Every year, RVers come from near and far to gather at Escapade, an annual rally hosted by Escapees RV Club. Those who are new to RVing, and even wannabees, know they’ve come to the right place to help them gain confidence and get off to a great start in the lifestyle.
Attendees return year after year to regroup with old friends and enjoy the sense of community they know they’ll find there. Escapade attracts RVers from all walks of life; full-time RVers, snowbirds, weekend warriors and occasional travelers. All types of RVs are welcome at Escapade. We’re all inclusive; motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers, truck-top campers and even the occasional tent or two can be found. The love of travel and the freedom of being on the road creates the common bond.
Escapade has grown into an international event, drawing the attention of folks not only from the US, but Canada and other nations as well. It wasn’t always that way. Escapade got its humble start in 1979 when 24 families attended the gathering in Bakersfield, CA. The need to assemble for fun, comradery and the shared love of RVing is what brought them together. As the Escapees RV Club grew, Escapade grew to meet the needs of its attendees. It now features nationally known speakers, first-rate educational seminars, professional entertainment, an exceptional RV marketplace, our ever-popular Boot Camp and much more. The event takes place over five days. Even though education is the focus, when asked, the friendships made, and experiences shared are the biggest reason touted for people returning year after year. As the saying goes “once you go, you get it”. This certainly rings true at Escapade.