Northwest Michigan RV and Camping Show Returns to Traverse City in March

More than 40 recreational vehicles, ranging from folding camping trailers to luxury fifth wheels priced above $75,000, will fill the Howe Ice Arena at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center on West Civic Center Drive this weekend when the 34th Northwest Michigan RV and Camping Show opens its doors Friday.

The three-day event, organized by the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC), a statewide nonprofit focused on growing the RV and private campground industries, runs March 27 through March 29. Show hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with Sunday hours shortened to 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Three dealerships, Krenek RV, Petoskey RV, and RV Central, will staff the floor throughout the weekend, offering on-site financing, manufacturer rebates, and show-specific pricing. The units on display span the full spectrum of the market, from compact travel trailers to fifth wheel models, with prices starting at $6,995 and climbing past $75,000, subject to change.

"The MARVAC 34th Northwest MI RV & Camping Show is the perfect event to find everything from a cozy camper for a weekend getaway to an RV that suits your full-time RVing lifestyle," said MARVAC President and CEO John Lindley.

Beyond browsing the showroom floor, attendees can speak with experts about RV rentals and financing options, enter a giveaway, and stop at exhibitor booths for campground information. The 2026 Michigan RV and Campgrounds directory and other travel publications will also be available for pickup at the show.

Admission is $7 for adults 13 and older and $6 for seniors 55 and older. Children 12 and under get in free. Tickets are sold as single-day admissions and are non-refundable. Advance tickets and additional details are available at marvac.org, or by calling MARVAC directly at (517) 349-8881.