DESTINATION DEFENDER

A weekend festival for Defender owners and enthusiasts. Destination Defender will be held amid the beauty and splendor of Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, California, November 22—24, featuring curated outdoor adventure and fitness activities, musical performances, driving experiences, glamping, workshops and an evening to honor this year’s Defender Service Awards winners.

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OFF-ROAD ADVENTURES

With the Defender Drive Experience, Destination Defender attendees will put their skills to the test with an excursion through a purpose-built trail network in Defender vehicles, sharpening their expedition, recovery and safety skills as they take on various challenges and obstacles. 

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THE DEFENDER LIFESTYLE

Embracing the impossible — Destination Defender will feature various lifestyle activities including high-intensity fitness experiences, Defender Forum talk series, one-of-a-kind vehicle displays, exhibitions by industry experts,  daily wellness activities, spa treatments and culinary experiences. 

Musical Performance

MUSICAL PERFORMANCES

No festival is complete without live music. This year’s artists include Bryce Vine, Thunderstorm Artis, Ron Artis II, Undecided Future, The Lee Boys ft. Matt Walden and Camille Trust, with DJ performances by Night Tales, Zack Martino and DJ Shai.

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CAMPING

Picture yourself sleeping with majestic mountains as a backdrop, just steps away from the heart of the event. 

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 HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS 

Every premium guest room at the ranch is unique and accommodations are offered in various options. 

GLAMPING

GLAMPING

Camping meets modern luxury with three sizes of glamping tents to accommodate parties large and small. Elevated amenities include private indoor bathrooms and showers and your own pre-pitched tent.

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CELEBRATING THE DEFENDER SERVICE AWARDS PRESENTED BY CHASE

Honoring heroes as tough as the Defender. At Destination Defender, we will announce the six winners of the 2024 Defender Service Awards presented by Chase. This program celebrates organizations across the U.S. and Canada who are making a difference in their communities. Each winner will receive a customized Defender 130 vehicle and $25,000 to further their organization’s efforts.

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AN UNFORGETTABLE WEEKEND

Don’t miss participating in the Defender Forum talk series, one-of-a-kind vehicle displays, exhibitions by industry experts, daily wellness activities, spa treatments and culinary experiences. It's all poised to make Destination Defender in Malibu a truly memorable experience.