November 3–6, 2026
Las Vegas, NV
2,400
SEMA Show 2026 is a Automotive show in Las Vegas, NV with approximately 2,400 exhibitors expected.
More detailed information about this show will be added soon.
Signature features at the SEMA Show include:
The SEMA Show draws attendees from more than 140 countries and regions and features over 2,400 exhibitors. More than 200 schools participate in the SEMA Show Student Program. Total attendee headcount is not published on the official site.
The SEMA Show is a trade-only event; qualified registrants from the automotive aftermarket may register online at semashow.com. Spouses are eligible, but other guests are not.
Attendee registration fees for 2026:
Special categories — Non-Exhibiting Company (NEC), Financial Investment Services (FIN), Manufacturer/Supplier/Buyer (MSB), and Vehicle/Manufacturer/OEM (VMO) — pay $399 per person with no early deadline. Lost-badge reprints are $100 (or $399 for the special categories).
To qualify, attendees must verify employment at an active automotive aftermarket company by uploading documents such as recent paycheck stubs, a company-issued badge, a current business license, or a tax/business registration certificate. Domestic badges are mailed if registered by September 25, 2026; international badges are mailed if registered by September 10, 2026. Payment is by credit or debit card only; cash and checks are not accepted onsite. Enthusiasts and non-qualified consumers may instead purchase the SEMA Show Friday – Open to the Public ticket via SEMAFest.com for access on Friday, November 6 only.
The SEMA Show is organized by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and has become the global gathering place for the automotive specialty-equipment industry, drawing exhibitors and attendees from more than 140 countries and regions. Notable Show-floor programs have grown over the years, including the SEMA Battle of the Builders, introduced in 2014 to recognize and celebrate proven vehicle builders and products across all market categories. Confirmed future editions are scheduled for November 2–5, 2027; October 31–November 3, 2028; and October 30–November 2, 2029.
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
The Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) serves as the anchor venue for CES, with a campus spanning 4.6 million square feet. CES 2026 was the first major trade show held at the LVCC following completion of its $600 million renovation. The redesigned Grand Lobby connects the North and Central Halls and features stage programming, exhibits, and food service. The new Central Hall Atrium is defined by a striking glass curtain wall and dynamic digital display screens.
LVCC halls used during CES:
The LVCC Loop, an underground autonomous vehicle transit system, provides free and fast cross-campus transportation connecting West Hall with Central and South Halls. CES 2026 spanned 12 official venues across three main campuses totaling more than 2.6 million net square feet: the LVCC Campus, the Venetian Campus (Venetian Expo, hosting Eureka Park and the Digital Health Summit), and the C Space Campus at ARIA Resort & Casino. Additional CES venues included Fontainebleau Las Vegas (CES Foundry) and the Las Vegas Sphere (Lenovo Tech World keynote).
There is no public parking available at the LVCC or the Venetian Expo during CES. ADA parking is available at official CES hotels on a first-come, first-served basis; check directly with individual hotel properties for their parking policies and rates.
Passenger pick-up and drop-off at the LVCC is permitted at the S2, C5, and West Hall entrances only. Drivers must remain with their vehicles at all times; standing or unattended parking is not allowed at these entrances.
For cross-campus movement, the LVCC Loop (free underground transit) connects West Hall with Central and South Halls. The Vegas Loop offers paid rides between the LVCC and nearby hotel properties — Resorts World, Encore, and Westgate — for a small fare.
Nearest Airport: Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is located approximately 3 miles south of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Rideshare, taxis, and rental cars are all available at the terminal.
CES Complimentary Hotel Shuttles: Free shuttle service runs from select official CES hotels to and from the LVCC and Venetian Expo, Monday–Friday during the show week. Download the shuttle route flyer at ces.tech for specific stops and schedules.
Venue-to-Venue Express Shuttles:
Las Vegas Monorail: Links the LVCC and Westgate to Strip hotels including MGM Grand, Flamingo, Harrah's/LINQ, Horseshoe/Paris, and Sahara. Hours: Monday 7 AM–midnight; Tuesday–Thursday 7 AM–2 AM; Friday–Sunday 7 AM–3 AM. Discounted Monorail passes can be added directly to your CES registration badge. Note: The Monorail does not serve the Venetian Expo — use the Tech Express shuttle for that route.
LVCC Loop / Vegas Loop:
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft): Designated pickup and drop-off zones: LVCC (outside South Hall near the Bronze Lot and Renaissance Hotel, or Diamond Lot near West Hall); Venetian Expo (main porte-cochere on Sands Ave.); ARIA (lower level, North Valet Lobby). Check in-app prompts for current pickup instructions.
CES designates onPeak as its only official housing agent. Attendees are encouraged to book early through onPeak (accessible via ces.tech), as official CES hotels fill quickly and rates increase as the show approaches. Individual reservations (up to 9 rooms) and group blocks (10 or more rooms on a single night) are both available through onPeak. For assistance, contact CEShotels@onPeak.com or call 800-247-0744 (toll-free) or +1-312-527-7300 (international).
Hotels connected to CES venues or served by official CES transportation:
Specialty Equipment Market Association
The 2026 SEMA Show takes place November 3–6, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, located at 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV 89109. Show floor hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
The SEMA Show is a trade-only business-to-business event for qualified owners and employees of companies active in the automotive aftermarket. Registrants must verify employment with documents such as paycheck stubs, a company-issued badge, a business license, or a tax/business registration certificate. Friday, November 6, is also open to the public via the separately ticketed SEMA Show Friday Experience.
Attendee registration is $50 from May 4 through June 26, 2026; $75 from June 27 through September 25, 2026; and $100 from September 26 through Show close on November 6, 2026 (also the onsite rate). Non-Exhibiting Company, FIN, MSB, and VMO categories pay $399 per person.
Marquee features include the New Products Showcase, the SEMA FutureTech Studio focused on EVs and future propulsion, SEMA Battle of the Builders Presented by Mothers, 1,000+ feature vehicle displays, the ADAS Feature, the SEMA Collision Repair Stage, the closing-day SEMA Cruise, and 99+ free education sessions led by industry experts.
Free SEMA Show shuttle buses connect 45+ official hotels to the LVCC, and the Las Vegas Monorail offers a fast, discounted option with a stop at the Convention Center. The Vegas Loop provides free on-campus Tesla rides between five LVCC stations, and rideshare, taxis, and the SDX bus route also serve the venue. Parking at LVCC will be limited due to construction during Show week.
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