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2026 SEMA Show Las Vegas

The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week in Las Vegas (AAIW), popularly known as the SEMA Show, is a trade-only industry event that takes place in Las Vegas each year.

Organized by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), this trade-only event is draws more than 70,000 quality domestic and international buyers each year. Sometimes referred to as the SEMA Car Show 2025, the SEMA Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center is the world’s number-one automotive trade event, bringing together manufacturers and buyers in every segment of the automotive industry, from the traditional performance vehicles to street racers, trucks and off-road vehicles, hot rods and classic show cars, to mobile electronics and collision repair. The SEMA Show also provides value to participants through educational seminars, networking events, hands on workshops and more.

The 2024 SEMA Show featured more than 2,400 exhibiting manufacturing companies, showcased over 1,600 new products, 2,500 media representatives and hosted more than 160,000 attendees. The SEMA Car Show is a trade-only event and not open to consumers or the general public but only to qualified individuals employed within the automotive aftermarket industry.

As you countdown to SEMA Show 2025, follow our time and money saving tips to get the best out of the upcoming show.

SEMA Show 2025 Dates: November 3 - 6, 2026 (Tues-Fri)

Mark your calendars SEMA Show

• SEMA Exhibits: November 3 - 6, 2026
• SEMA Education Program: November 3 - 5, 2026

• SEMA Show Location Las Vegas Convention Center 3150 Paradise Road Las Vegas, NV 89106

AAPEX

• AAPEX Exhibits: November 3 - 5, 2026
• AAPEX Education Program: November 3 - 5, 2026

• AAPEX Show Location Venetian Expo & Convention Center 201 Sands Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89169

  CAESARS FORUM Convention Center 3911 Koval lane, Las Vegas NV 89109

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2026 SEMA Show Exhibit Hours

– Las Vegas Convention Center, Westgate Hotel, & Performance Pavilion

LVCC & Westgate Exhibits	New Products Showcase - Lower South Hall, Booth #41271
Tuesday, Nov 3	9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov 4	9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, Nov 5	9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday, Nov 6	9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.	8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
** Exhibitors are permitted to enter the Hall at 7:00 am prior to Show opening each Show day with proper ID and matching badge.

2026 AAPEX Exhibit Hours

– Venetian Expo & Convention Center Venetian Expo Exhibits Tuesday, November 3 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 4 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday, November 5 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Our Top 2026 SEMA Show FAQ Where do I buy 2026 SEMA Show tickets? - Normally you cannot buy SEMA Show tickets. However this year, SEMA Show is offering a limited number of the public entry into the trade-only SEMA Show through the purchase of the SEMA SHOW FRIDAY - Open to the Public ticket.(see details below) Things you should know SEMA Show 2025

SEMA Show 2025 will be held November 3 - 6, 2026 (Tuesday - Friday). SEMA Show is a trade-only industry event and not open to consumers or the general public. Only qualified individuals employed within the automotive aftermarket industry are approved to receive a badge to enter the exhibit hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center. You will be required to provide documentation to prove you currently work in the Specialty Equipment Aftermarket industry. (This is required whether you register online or in person at the SEMA Show.) You or the company you are employed by does not have to be a SEMA member in order for you to attend the SEMA Show No one under the age of 16 will be allowed access to the exhibits. If you do not qualify to attend the SEMA Show, you can enjoy SEMA Cruise or attend SEMA Fest, the official SEMA Show after party where SEMA Show vehicles will be featured on Friday and Saturday night upon conclusion of the Show (see details below)

2025 SEMA Show Registration

Registration Fees	Thru. June 27	Starting June 28 – September 26th	Starting September 27th
Online or On-site Registration	$50	$75	$100

Cash or checks are no longer accepted. Credit cards only for registration fee payment pre-show or onsite. NO EXCEPTIONS! Attendee badges allow entrance to both APPEX and the SEMA Show all days of each Show.

SEMA Show 2025 Badge Pickup

Buyers from the US who register online on or before Friday, September 26, 2025, will have their badges mailed to them in advance of the Show. International mailing deadline is Friday, September 12, 2025. Domestic attendee badges and International attendee badges will begin mailing in mid-August.

If you register after September 27, 2025, (i.e. you didn't receive your badge in the mail) you must print out and bring your barcode confirmation to on-site at the Main Registration in the Lower South Hall East (see floor map below) or Express Registration at the West Hall. Upon presenting an official, government-issued photo ID that matches the name in your registration record, your badge will be printed out.

Note: Lost or forgotten badges reprinted onsite will cost you $100 per badge (1x maximum) Lost or forgotten NEC, FIN, MSB and VMO registrants reprint fee onsite will cost you $399 (1x maximum)

SEMA OnSite Registration is located in the Lower South Hall East at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC).

SEMA Show Floor Plan

Below are the display sections at the SEMA Auto Show in Las Vegas

SEMA Show 2025 Quick Guide

** Use the Map above to find the exact location SEMA Show Event SEMA Show Event Main Registration Location: Lower South Hall EAST Express Registration Location: West Hall New Products Showcase Location: Lower South Hall, Booth #41271 HorsePower Rodeo Location: West Hall - Diamond Lot Main Stage Experience Location: West Hall SEMA Industry Honors Location: BleauLive Theater, Fontainebleau Las Vegas First-Time and Featured Exhibitors Location: North Hall First-Time & Featured International Exhibitors Location: International Pavilion SEMA Show Kick Off Breakfast Location: Westgate Ballrooms NHRA Breakfast Location: Westgate Ballrooms NITRO Circus Moto Mayhem Location: Silver Lot, Booth #80001 SEMA FutureTech Studio Location: Central Hall, Booth #24401 ADAS Feature Location: South Hall Upper, Booth #31255 SEMA Battle of the Builders Location: North Hall, Booth #10168 Future Vehicle Displays Location: Across the SEMA Show campus SEMA Show Art Walk Location: Skywalk Bridge Connecting West Hall to North SEMA Central Location: LVCC Grand Lobby SEMA Cruise Location: SEMA Show Campus (down Convention Center Drive to the West Hall parking lot) Collision Repair Stage - SCRS Location: Upper South Hall, Booth #32145 TOYO Tires Treadpass Location: Central Hall, Booth #24499 Optima Unleashed Location: Bronze Lot (South Hall) SEMA Fest Location: Bronze Lot (South Hall)

SEMA Show Exhibitor Sections

West Hall

At the West Hall you will find:

Restyling & Car Care Accessories - Interior and exterior appearance and styling enhancements, car care maintenance, replacement parts and general accessories. Trucks, SUVs & Off-Road - Trucks, SUVs & truck toolboxes, off-road lighting, truck suspension, trailer and towing accessories. Express Registration

North Hall

At the North Hall you will find:

First-Time & Featured Exhibitors Mobile Electronics & Technology - Audio, video, GPS, cameras, radar detection, security, mobile applications and vehicle technology. Business Services - Software, hardware, financial and accounting, logistics, on-line sellers, human resources and related products.

Central Hall

At the Central Hall you will find:

Racing & Performance - Racing and performance products, services and engine-building equipment, racing, car haulers and much more. Powersports & Utility Vehicles - Products and services for motorcycles, mini-bikes, ATVs and UTVs and scooters. Hot Rod Alley - Products and services for street rods, hot-rods and early-production vehicles. Restoration Marketplace - Products and services for the restoration of muscle cars and classic cars.

South Hall - Upper

At South Hall - Upper you will find:

Collision Repair & Refinish - Collision repair, paint equipment, tools, paint booths, accessories, software and management programs. Tools & Equipment - Shop tools and equipment, uniforms and other supplies.

South Hall - Lower

At South Hall - Lower you will find:

Global Tire Expo - Tires and tire-related accessories for passenger cars, trucks, and off-the-road (OTR), equipment, recyclers, retreaders, suppliers and affiliated organizations. Wheels & Accessories - Wheels and accessories for cars, trucks and racing. New Products Showcase Main Registration

2025 SEMA Fest

2025 SEMA Fest

An automotive and music event like none other, SEMA Fest will give you a chance to participate in a festival celebrating car culture. Expect a playground filled with cars, trucks, demonstrations, music, food, art, vendors and a marketplace.

SEMA Fest Dates / Hours: Friday, November 7, 2025 | 12:00pm - 12:00am Location: Bronze Lot (South Hall)

2025 SEMA Education Programs

The SEMA Show offers a wide array of content delivered among the 14 education tracks with 99+ free education sessions, that cover everything from online marketing to customer service, collision repair, tires, industry trends and more.

Reflecting a rapidly changing aftermarket, SEMA Show has greatly revamped its education programs. At the upcoming SEMA Show expect to see expanded educational seminars addressing vehicle electrification and other emerging technologies, and the many new opportunities they are providing the automotive aftermarket industry.

Develop essential skills by not missing this opportunity. There is definitely something for everyone as these courses are designed to provide practical tools, and they are presented by top industry experts. The courses and events will be open only to registered 2025 SEMA Show attendees, exhibitors and media.

2025 SEMA Education Date/Time:

Tuesday, November 3 – 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Wednesday, November 4 – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Thursday, November 5 – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

SEMA Show Education

SEMA Show Attendee HowTo

SEMA Show Attendees

SEMA Show is not just a Las Vegas car show but a show where the hottest, newest automotive products debut. With more than 3,000 new and featured products this year, understanding how to work the Show floor is important. Follow the steps below for the fastest and most efficient way to locate and contact the exhibitors who manufacture the products you're interested in.

Step 1: Head on over to the New Products Showcase The New Products Showcase, located in the Lower South Hall, Booth #41271 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. See SEMA Show map above.

Tip: The New Products Showcase opens an hour before the Show starts and closes an hour after the Show close. Take advantage of those extra hours.

Step 2: Get one of the FREE Scanners Use the SEMA Show mobile app's "Product Scanner" feature of find one of the "Free Scanner Pickup" booths located around the New Products Showcase and grab a scanner. Walk around and browse the more than 2,000 products, across 15 product categories in the showcase. Scan all the products barcode you're interested in.

Step 3: Get a print out of all the products you scanned Return your scanner to the "Scanner Return" desk to instantly get a print out of all the products you scanned! This print-out will contain key information such as the product's description, image, exhibitor's booth number and how to locate and contact the exhibitors who manufacture the products.

Step 4: Doing the leg walk Now it's time to track down those exhibiting companies on the show floor and get some face-to-face time to learn more about the products you're interested in. The SEMA Show mobile app makes this step easy by offering directions from one location to another, all at your finger tips or simply pickup the SEMA Show Pocket Guide available at any of the many information kiosks.

Tip: The newest exhibitors can be found at the Racing Annex, Upper South Hall and Performance Pavilion.

Step 5: Download the SEMA Show Mobile App

The free SEMA Show Mobile App gives you access to a list of all exhibiting companies, My Show Planner, Maps and Step-by-Step Show Navigation, turn-by-turn directions for getting around the SEMA Show, New Products Showcase Scanning, Show Vehicle Scanning, Event Listings and more.

My Show Planner More SEMA Show Survival Tips SEMA Show - Tips & Tricks

At SEMA Show , understanding how to work the exhibit floor and how to get from point A to B efficiently is important. Follow these steps for some time saving and money saving tips and tricks.

SEMA Show Survival Tips How to Get Around SEMA Show

Wondering how to get around SEMA Show Las Vegas? We have put together a list of all your transportation options and all you need to know about SEMA Show 2025 Las Vegas Complementary Shuttle Service.

SEMA Show Complementary Shuttle

SEMA Show Friday - Open to the Public

SEMA Show is offering a limited number of the public entry into the trade-only SEMA Show through the purchase of the SEMA Show Friday ticket. The 2026 SEMA Show Friday allows you on FRIDAY ONLY to access to the SEMA Show floor between 9:00 am - 4:00 pm + General Admission into the SEMA Fest concert.

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2025 SEMA Cruise

The crowd favorite annual SEMA Cruise is back. SEMA Cruise is the only part of the Show that is open and FREE to consumers. SEMA Cruise is a parade of hundreds of cars and trucks that dominated the 2025 SEMA Show.

Watch as featured vehicles roar to life and drive out of the Las Vegas Convention Center. This parade of rolling art is a sight to see and offers exhibitors, builders, Vegas locals and car enthusiasts one last look at the customized vehicles that dominated this years SEMA Show.

Date/Time: Friday, November 6, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.begins when the Show ends Location: SEMA Show Campus (down Convention Center Drive to the West Hall parking lot). **FREE - No tickets required**

2025 SEMA Fest

SEMA Fest is the official SEMA Show after party, where consumers and anyone who did not qualify to attend the SEMA Show are invited to mingle with the industry.

SEMA Fest Dates / Hours: Friday, November 7, 2025 | Gates Open at 3:00pm Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, The Bronze Lot Tickets: SEMA Fest General Admission starts at $90. Tickets can be purchased at www.semafest.com or on-site. (On-site ticket sales are cash only)

2025 SEMA Fest Lineup of musical entertainment featuring

Queens of the Stone Age The Black Crowes Neon Trees

Note: SEMA Show badges will not be accepted to enter SEMA Fest.

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2025 SEMA Show Battle of the Builders

The SEMA Battle of the Builders competition involves more than 300 competitors vying for the title of the Ultimate Vehicle Builder. SEMA Battle of the Builders competition also includes an the Young Guns Category for builders under 29 years of age.

The Selection Process: Judges walk the SEMA Show floor to review individual builds before selecting the Top 40 finalists in the competition. The Top 40 finalists will be announced on the opening day of the SEMA Show. (Tuesday, November 4 - Location: Builders Stage - North Hall Booth #10168)

Ten builds will represent the following categories Hot Rod & Hot Rod Truck 4 Wheel Drive & Off-Road Sport Compact, Import Performance, Luxury & Exotic Young Guns.(27 yrs & under)

2025 SEMA Show Battle of the Builders Schedule

Tuesday, November 4 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm: Battle of the Builders Top 40 Finalists | Battle of the Builders Stage - North Hall Booth #10168 Wednesday, November 5 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm: Battle of the Builders Top 12 Finalists | Battle of the Builders Stage - North Hall Booth #10168 Thursday, November 6 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm: Battle of the Builders Top 4 Finalists Announced | Battle of the Builders Stage - North Hall Booth #10168 Friday, November 7 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm: Battle of the Builders Winner Announced | Location North Hall Booth #10168

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