The October Odyssey 2026
Three Events. Three Weeks. One Unforgettable Adventure.
Golden Aspens. Hot Air Balloons. Desert Adventures.
🍂 Rigs in Durango — October 1 through 4 — Durango, Colorado
🎈 Balloon Fiesta — October 8 through 11 — Albuquerque, New Mexico
🌵 STO Fest — October 15 through 18 — Johnson Valley, California
This is the Triple Crown Caravan.
A convoy of 20 plus vans rolling together through the most spectacular destinations in the American Southwest. Three consecutive weekends. One epic community journey.
Some adventures are planned. Some just unfold.
The October Odyssey 2026 is both.
What started as two community gatherings — Rigs in Durango and the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta — has grown into something much bigger. With Storyteller Overland announcing STO Fest in Johnson Valley California the third consecutive weekend, the Triple Crown Caravan was born.
Twenty plus vans. Three iconic destinations. One month you will never forget.
Whether you are doing one event, two events, or all three — you belong here. All rigs welcome. All people welcome. This community is about the journey and the humans who make it worth taking.
Stop saying someday. This is your October.
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The San Juan Mountains in fall are unlike anywhere else on earth. Golden aspens. Red rock canyons. Cool crisp air. And a community of van lifers and adventurers gathering in the heart of it all for our first ever Start Your Someday community weekend.
No rigid schedule. No pressure. Your weekend entirely at your own pace.
What is included:
Four nights of group camping October 1 through 4
Optional evening gatherings around the campfire
Optional guided fly fishing on the San Juan River
Private evening at Ska Brewing in downtown Durango
Daily suggestions for hiking, exploring, and adventures at your own pacePricing:
Camping Only — $256 per person - 5 spots LEFT!!!!
Camping plus Fly Fishing Solo — SOLD OUT!!!
Camping plus Fly Fishing Couple — $836 for two -
October 8 through 11, 2026 — Albuquerque, New Mexico
Hundreds of hot air balloons launching at sunrise over the Rio Grande. The largest balloon festival on the planet. And our community camping together right in the heart of it all.
This is the kind of morning that makes you put your phone down and just stare.
What is included:
Four nights of coordinated group camping October 8 through 11
Campsite at Balloon Fiesta Park with the Start Your Someday community
Optional evening gatheringsWhat you handle:
Balloon Fiesta entrance tickets — purchase at balloonfiesta.com
Food and drinks — BYOF and BYOB welcomePricing:
$315 per rig for the full four night weekendAlready coming to Durango?
Albuquerque is just 3.5 hours south. Keep the adventure going for one more epic weekend. Most of our convoy is doing both. -
October 15 through 18, 2026 — Johnson Valley, California
Storyteller Overland's inaugural national owner rally. Deep in the high desert of Johnson Valley at a private property called Lasertown. Campfires, live music, guided expeditions, a vendor village, and the people who make all of it worth it.
STO Fest is open to all adventurous souls — Storyteller owners and non-owners alike.
Tickets:
Reserve your tickets at stofest.com
Register Your Interest — October Odyssey 2026
The October Odyssey 2026 is a Start Your Someday community event series. STO Fest is organized by Storyteller Overland. Start Your Someday is an official Southwest Chapter Leader for Storyteller Overland.
More details and route maps coming soon.
FAQ SECTION
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Absolutely not. Each event stands beautifully on its own. Participate in whatever works for your schedule and your adventure.
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All rigs welcome. Storyteller, Sprinter, Transit, Promaster, truck camper, RV, or something entirely unique. This community is about people first.
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Never. The caravan is completely optional and self paced. Join us for the whole drive, part of it, or just meet us at the destination.
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Email us anytime at
Or complete the sign up page