The God & The Great Outdoors Expo returns for its sixth year on June 19–21, 2026, bringing three days of outdoor excitement and family entertainment to the Maude Cobb Convention Center in Longview, Texas.
This growing event has quickly become one of the region’s premier gatherings for outdoor enthusiasts across East Texas, Southwest Arkansas, and Northern Louisiana. With more than 40,000 square feet of air-conditioned exhibit space, the Maude Cobb Convention Center provides the perfect setting for vendors and exhibitors from across the outdoor industry to showcase their products and services.
Visitors can expect a wide variety of exhibits, including boat manufacturers, recreational vehicle dealers, fishing guides, hunting ranches, outdoor apparel companies, and many other businesses connected to the outdoor lifestyle. The Expo also welcomes ministries and nonprofit organizations, offering them an opportunity to connect with families and individuals throughout the region.
“Our goal has always been to create an event where people can come together and celebrate the outdoor lifestyle while enjoying a wholesome, family-friendly atmosphere,” said event organizers. “It’s about bringing communities together, encouraging people to get outdoors, and sharing the message of faith that is central to our event.”
The three-day Expo will feature a wide range of attractions designed to entertain guests of all ages. Highlights include the Fetch-N-Fish High Flying Retriever Show with exciting dock-jumping demonstrations, along with the Gator Rescue Roadshow and live reptile presentations.
Young outdoor enthusiasts will especially enjoy the Texas Junior Angler Fish Tank, an archery range, BB gun target range, and other activities such as a petting zoo and bounce houses.
As a special treat for children, the Expo will give away Zebco rod-and-reel combos to the first 250 children ages 5–12 who enter the event — 50 on Friday, 150 on Saturday, and 50 on Sunday. In addition, the first 50 fathers through the doors on Father’s Day will receive a complimentary God & The Great Outdoors Expo tumbler.
While the kids are having a great time, adults can browse and shop a wide variety of outdoor lifestyle vendors for fishing and hunting gear or even book their next fishing or hunting trip.
Attendees will also have opportunities to win numerous door prizes, including outdoor gear, hunting and fishing trips, equipment, and even a new ATV.
The Expo will feature appearances and presentations from well-known professionals within the outdoor industry, including legendary angler Hank Parker, YouTube personality David “Yawt Yawt” Ellis, Realtree’s Dr. Duck, and professional anglers Kelly Jordon, Todd Castledine, Andrew Upshaw, Tommy Ezell, and Clay Gann. Guests will share stories, tips, insights, and inspiration throughout the weekend.
Admission is $10 for an adult weekend pass, and children 17 and under are admitted free with an adult.
For more information, including schedules and a video recap from last year’s Expo, visit:
www.Godandthegreatoutdoors.com
Whether you are passionate about hunting, fishing, boating, or simply enjoy spending time outdoors with your family, the God & The Great Outdoors Expo 2026 promises three days of inspiration, entertainment, and outdoor excitement for the entire family.
