Camper Jam 2026: It’s Not Just About the Vans…

Camper Jam #17 had everything: incredible VWs, live music, great food and one enormous line-up of Californias. But for us, Camper Jam has become about something much bigger — the people. We catch up with old friends, meet new ones, explore the VW California Club camp and discover why so many people return year after year. With more than 50 Californias, including 18 Grand Californias parked together, this was our biggest gathering yet. We also chat with ‪@vdubradio‬ ‪@urbanarkoverland‬ ‪@wherewewanda‬ ‪@BudtheDub‬ first-time festival visitors and plenty of familiar faces from the VW community. Because the vans bring us together — but the friendships keep us coming back. Let us know in the comments: Why is life better with a campervan? Chapters 00:00 We’re going to Camper Jam 00:38 Why Camper Jam means so much to us 01:41 Welcome to the VW California Club camp 03:33 A sneek Peek at Behind the Brand with V-Dub Radio 04:04 Why people keep coming back 06:04 Festival life and a well-earned nap 07:45 Dinner, drinks and live music 10:33 Windy weather and awning advice 12:35 California Chris interview 14:54 Club Camping 16:57 First-time Camper Jam experience 20:09 Catching up with Where We Wanda 24:34 Sunday morning Show and Shine 25:55 Aiden (UAO) and his modified 4Motion T7 30:50 Friends, community and campervan life 32:48 Final thoughts three-word review and what's next Huge thank you to Love To Funk for letting us use there music For a discount on the Aferiy P210 and 200W solar don't forget about out link and use code EP24S2: https://uk.aferiy.com/products/aferiy... 🚀 Enjoyed the video? Give it a 👍, drop us a comment, and hit subscribe — it genuinely helps us keep the adventures going! 💬 Join the conversation We love hearing from you! Got a favourite UK campsite, hidden gem, or a top van life tip? Let us know below 👇 🌍 Follow our adventures 📸 Instagram:   / theescapepoduk   🟦 Facebook:   / theescapepoduk   📩 Email: [email protected] 🛒 Escape Pod Merch Support the channel & grab some gear 👉 https://www.the-escape-pod-uk.teemill... #VanLifeUK #VWGrandCalifornia #UKCampsites #VanLifeAdventures #VWCamper #GrandCalifornia680 #CampingUK #CamperJam