EXHIBITOR FAQ
EXHIBITOR FAQ
The SEMA Show 2024 Exhibitor Service Manual (ESM) will be live on Monday, April 29, 2024. If you require assistance or need more information, contact SEMA Show Management at 909.396 0289 or e-mail semashow@sema.org
The SEMA Show is an accessible event for qualified professionals. For any accessibility-related questions, please email us at semashow@sema.org or call us at (909) 396-0289. We welcome and encourage all feedback and suggestions from our patrons with disabilities. We will do our best to assist you and address your accessibility needs.
A list of 2024 SEMA Show Participating Exhibitors can be found at semashow.com/participating-exhibitors and a map of current exhibitors can be found at www.semashow.com/floorplan.
The SEMA Show Hours Are:
- Tuesday, November 5th: 9:00 am — 5:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 6th: 9:00 am — 5:00 pm
- Thursday, November 7th: 9:00 am — 5:00 pm
- Friday, November 8th: 9:00 am — 4:00* pm
*Registration closes at 2:00pm
You must be a SEMA Show exhibitor to reserve a meeting room at either the Las Vegas Convention Center or any Las Vegas hotel. Exhibitors can reserve a meeting room by completing the Meeting Space Reservation Form in the online Exhibitor Service Manual available April 29, 2024.
If you are an exhibitor you may host a meeting or event in your booth either two (2) hours prior to the Show opening or two (2) hours after Show close, with Show Management approval. Please complete the Booth/Outside Events Form in the online Exhibitor Service Manual available April 29, 2024.
If a company qualifies to exhibit, but chooses not to and wants to register employees to attend Show (walk the Showfloors), they will be classified as an NEM. If during the qualification process, Show Management finds the company to be classified as a Non-Exhibiting Company (NEM), a higher registration fee of $399 USD each will be applied. Non-Exhibiting companies are limited to registering two (2) registrants, attending no more than two (2) Shows.
Tickets for the special events and educational sessions are available when registering for the SEMA Show. If you have already registered and would like to order special event tickets, simply follow the instructions and shortcut link in your registration confirmation e-mail.
"Outboarding" is when any non-exhibitor hosts an event anywhere in the city that attracts SEMA Show buyers. If you hear of an outboarding event, please contact the Show Management Office, 702.943.3505 or your floor manager. To contact Show Management in advance of the Show, please call 909.396.0289.
Exhibitors are not permitted to photograph or video the exhibit or product of another exhibitor without prior approval. Exhibitors are prohibited from entering the exhibit space of another exhibitor without permission from that exhibitor, and at no time may anyone enter an exhibit space that is not staffed. Review all information on the Intellectual Property Rights Form for further information.
Several options are available for obtaining new product information. One of the easiest ways is to visit the New Products Showcase at the SEMA Show. At the New Products Showcase, buyers and media can use the SEMA Show mobile app's "Product Scanner" feature to scan and download product photos and exhibitor information that will remain on your SEMA Show app long after the 2024 show has ended.
The SEMA Show is a business to business trade show. Attendees, exhibitors and media must wear appropriate apparel at all times. Business or business casual attire is suggested. Logos and sayings on apparel must be in good taste. Show Management reserves the right to make determinations on appropriate apparel.
Please contact your Account Manager directly. If you do not know who your account manager is, you may contact the SEMA Show Department at +1.909.396.0289 or email semashow@sema.org to be put in touch with your account manager.
If you need to change your company's designated key contact, we must receive the request in writing. Please email the new key contact's name and email address to MargaretR@sema.org.
To attend the SEMA Show Tuesday, November 5 – 8, 2024 you must meet the required qualifying guidelines and register.
SEMA will announce in the Spring of 2024, what ticket opportunities are available for the general public to attend on Friday, November 8. 2024
SEMA Show Friday Experience tickets will not be available through SEMA Show registration. Friday Experience tickets, when available may ONLY be purchased at www.semafest.com
No one under the age of 16, including infants, is allowed access to the exhibits. No exceptions. Show management does not provide childcare services onsite. Use of a school issued ID is not acceptable to prove age unless it provides a date of birth.
No. Badges CANNOT be reproduced, transferred or resold. All AAPEX and SEMA Show attendees and exhibiting personnel must be prepared to provide a matching government-issued photo ID upon request. Show Management reserves the right to refuse admission and revoke your badge at any time. If it is discovered you are allowing someone else to use your badge, that person will be escorted from the Show floor and both of you may not be allowed to attend a future Show.
When Show Management* scans your badge, your personal information is processed pursuant to Show Management's legitimate interest in tracking attendance, traffic flow, and providing a better Show for attendees. To withdraw consent, contact Show Management (see below). By allowing exhibitors to scan your badge, you consent to Show Management sharing your registration information with them, and they may then contact you regarding their goods or services. Please review their privacy policies for additional information. If you do not want to share your information, do not permit the exhibitor to scan your badge. If you do not want to receive communications from an exhibitor, you must contact that exhibitor directly.
For more SEMA Show privacy information, go to www.semashow.com/privacy-policy. For more AAPEX Show privacy information, go to Attendee Guidelines.
*Show Management includes AAPEX Show Management (Auto Care Association, AASA/MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers and William T. Glasgow, Inc.- 708/226-1300) and SEMA Show Management (Specialty Equipment Market Association & Performance Racing, Inc. - SEMA - 909/396-0289).
Drones/UAVs of any kind are NOT allowed at the SEMA Show or at the Las Vegas Convention Center due to the proximity to Harry Reid International Airport. Drones/UAVs will be confiscated until show end (after the SEMA Cruise).
The use of the above items are NOT allowed on the Las Vegas Convention Center property. This includes all non-ADA-approved mobility devices.
No. There are no guest or complimentary passes, tickets, and/or badges for the SEMA Show. Other than a legal spouse, everyone must register and be approved to receive a badge. The SEMA Show is a trade-only industry event. It is not open to consumers or the general public. Guests do not qualify to receive a badge.
Fireworks, firearms, explosives, and weapons of all kinds are prohibited in all premises of the AAPEX and the SEMA Shows. This prohibition applies to interior and exterior Show facilities, including parking areas and also prohibits weapons in or on any vehicles or displays. Violations of this policy can result in the violator being banned from the Shows and Show facilities.
SEMA Fest 2024 will feature live music from the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Announcement on SEMA Fest line up, location and ticket sales will take place in late Spring 2024. To get updates please sign up for the latest SEMA Fest news at www.semafest.com
Educators, counselors, and administrators employed by accredited high schools (grades 10–12), colleges or universities:
- Must be bringing a minimum of one (1) student to the SEMA Show.
- Must represent academic disciplines or skilled trades, including but not limited to S.T.E.M., transportation technologies, business, entrepreneurship, marketing, graphic design, information technology, journalism, and manufacturing technologies, that would support careers in the automotive aftermarket industry.
- Must provide a minimum of two (2) of the following qualifying documents/documentation to be approved for school group registration:
- A photo of a current school-issued staff I.D.
- A photo of a current school-issued business card.
- URL link to official contact information in online staff/faculty directory.
- Two (2) recent paycheck stubs (from an automated payroll system)
School Group Requirements:
- One (1) school official is required to supervise every five (5) students in their group.
- Encouraged to establish a student "vetting" process to limit their student groups to the "top performers."
- Are the designees to pick up show badges on behalf of their student group; SEMA will not issue badges directly to students unless endorsed or arranged by the key school contact.
- Must provide on-site contact information/cell phone number to SEMA staff and to all students under their supervision.
- Spouses are eligible to attend if serving as student chaperone.
- Click here to begin a new school group request application
Students: 16–20 years of age:
- Per trade-show policy, students must be 16 years of age or older to enter the exhibit halls and exhibit areas at the SEMA and AAPEX Shows.
- Must be enrolled in an accredited high school, college, or university, or be a 2024 high school, college or university graduate.
- Must be interested in learning about careers in the automotive aftermarket industry.
- Must be accompanied by a school official or school-approved chaperone.
Students: 21 years of age or older:
- Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university or be a 2024 college or university graduate seeking to connect with employers in the automotive aftermarket industry.
- Must represent academic disciplines or skilled trades, including but not limited to transportation technologies, business, entrepreneurship, marketing, graphic design, information technology, journalism, and manufacturing technologies, that would support careers in the automotive aftermarket industry.
- Must submit current school ID and driver's license/identification card.
- Must submit a written endorsement by a school official who is familiar with the student's academic or skilled-trade certification performance.
- Click here to begin a professional student application
Market research is not permitted to be conducted at the SEMA Show.
The SEMA is a trade-only industry event. Only qualified individuals employed within the automotive aftermarket industry are approved to receive a badge. Qualified individuals may register online at www.semashow.com or on-site at the Las Vegas Convention Center at Main Registration. Exhibiting personnel may only register online via their company's key contact, who is designated on your booth's Exhibit Space Rental Agreement (ESRA).
Badges for exhibiting personnel within the company's complimentary allotment are at no charge. Registering exhibiting personnel over your company's complimentary allotment pre-show is $40 USD per person until Friday, June 28th. Starting June 29th, exhibitor badges ordered online over the company's allotment is $60 USD per person. On Thursday, October 31st, exhibitor badges ordered online or on-site over your company's complimentary allotment are $120 USD per person.
Online attendee registration is $40 USD per person until Friday, June 30th. Starting July 1st, attendee registration online increases to $60 USD per person. Starting Friday, September 29th, attendee registration online or onsite increases to $120 USD per person. Attendee badges allow entrance to both APPEX and the SEMA Show on all days of each. (Note: AAPEX exhibits are not open on Friday, November 3rd, but the SEMA exhibits are open on Friday.)
Participants who have a featured vehicle in the Show, must register onsite for $60 USD each and are limited to two (2) badges.
Lost or forgotten badges may be reprinted on-site 1x only for a fee of $120 USD per badge. *NEM, FIN, MSB and VMO registrants reprint fee is $399 USD. You may not have anyone else's badge reprinted on-site but your own, and an official government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license or passport) must be presented.
We accept credit cards or debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) for the on-site registration fee. CASH, or Checks will NOT be accepted on-site. No Exceptions.
No. Registration fees are non-refundable. No credits or refunds for registration fees will be provided. No exceptions. Please note: Failure to obtain a visa in advance of the does not constitute a valid basis for a refund.
Email aapexsema@csreg.zohodesk.com and request the password be emailed to the company key contact. The password is confidential for your company's protection. Only the company key contact designated on your Exhibit Space Rental Agreement (ESRA) may receive the password.
When your company key contact signs into the online system, it will indicate how many are registered, how many remain in your complimentary allotment, and how many have been paid for, if any.
Domestic (US and Canadian) exhibitor badges will be mailed to the designated key contact beginning mid-August and will continue to be mailed through October 2024, as long as registration was completed by September 27th, 2024. After September 27th, you may still register exhibiting personnel online, but their badge will not be mailed. The registrant must present their personalized barcode confirmation and a valid government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license or passport) on-site at the Las Vegas Convention Center to have their badge printed. Each person must pick up their own badge. They may not send anyone else in their place. NO EXCEPTIONS.
International exhibitors', media (including exhibiting media), and Non-Exhibiting Company (NEM) badges are not mailed and must be picked up on-site upon presenting an official, government-issued photo ID (such as a passport or driver's license).
Yes. All US and Canadian exhibiting company addresses are considered domestic. All other non-US or non-Canadian company addresses are considered international. International exhibitor badges are not mailed pre-show.
No. Domestic exhibitor badges are mailed UPS 2nd-day Express. UPS cannot deliver to a P.O. Box. A US or Canadian physical street address must be provided.
Main Registration Locations: Lower South Hall EAST
Main Registration Hours:
- Thursday, October 31st : 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Friday, November 1st: 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Saturday, November 2nd : 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Sunday, November 3rd : 8:00 am -5:00 pm
- Monday, November 4th : 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday, November 5th: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 6th : 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Thursday, November 7th : 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Friday, November 8th : 7:30 am - 2:00 pm*
*SEMA Only – AAPEX exhibits are Tuesday – Thursday only; SEMA Exhibits close at 4 pm on Friday.
Barcode Registration Locations: West Hall or Lower South Hall EAST
Barcode Registration Hours:
- Thursday, October 31st : 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Friday, November 1st : 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Saturday, November 2nd : 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Sunday, November 3rd : 8:00 am -5:00 pm
- Monday, November 4th : 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday, November 5th : 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 6th : 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Thursday, November 7th : 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Friday, November 8th : 7:30 am - 2:00 pm*
*SEMA Only – AAPEX exhibits are Tuesday – Thursday only; SEMA Exhibits close at 4 pm on Friday.
Note: Each person must pick up their own badge. They may not send anyone else in their place. NO EXCEPTIONS. The registrant must be prepared to present a valid government-issued photo ID when picking up their badge at any of the barcode registration locations. The name on the photo ID must match the name on the badge.
EXHBITOR Barcode Satellite Locations: Central Lobby or Lower South Hall WEST
Exhibitor Barcode Satellite locations are for REGISTERED Exhibitor badge pick-up ONLY. Exhibitors will need to present a valid government-issued photo ID (such as a valid driver's license or passport) to pick up their own badge. NEW exhibitor registrations cannot be processed at these Exhibitor Barcode Satellite desks.
Exhibitor Barcode Satellite Hours:
- Thursday, October 31st : 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Friday, November 1st: 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Saturday, November 2nd : 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Sunday, November 3rd : 8:00 am -5:00 pm
- Monday, November 4th : 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday, November 5th: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 6th : 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Note: Each person must pick up their own badge. They may not send anyone else in their place. The exhibiting key contact may NOT pick up all badges registered for personnel working in their booth. NO EXCEPTIONS. The registrant must be prepared to present a valid government-issued photo ID when picking up their badge at any of the Exhibitor Barcode Satellite locations. The name on the photo ID must match the name on the badge.
The designated key contact may use the registration form online, regardless of how many company personnel you are registering. A unique email address is still required on the online form for each person working in your booth.
Changes to badges may be made online at www.SEMAShow.com/register (until the badges are mailed) by the booth's key contact. Once badges have been mailed, changes must be made onsite in the Exhibitor Registration area. The incorrect badge will need to be surrendered onsite in Exhibitor Registration to receive the new, updated badge.
No. Exhibitor badges may only be issued with the official exhibiting company name provided on your company's booth space application. Exhibitor badges will not be issued to non-exhibiting business associates, consumers, relatives, friends, or guests.
Each exhibitor key contact must provide their own unique e-mail address, as well as a unique e-mail address for each exhibiting personnel registration to complete registration. A confirmation will be sent to each individual e-mail address and will require the registrant to confirm receipt to complete the registration process and for domestic exhibiting personnel badges to be mailed. Badges will not be mailed to exhibiting personnel who do not click to confirm their email address. If a company shares one e-mail address, registration will not be able to be completed. No exceptions.
Email Customer Service at aapexsema@csreg.zohodesk.com and describe the situation. A representative will follow up with you via email within 24 hours (one business day). If you do not receive a timely reply, please call, toll-free, 866.229.3687, Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm, Central Time. International callers please dial +1.224.563.3154.
No. Neither Management nor Customer Service can take your information over the phone. No exceptions. You must register online or in person, complete the registration form, and provide payment as well as any documents required to prove you are qualified to receive a badge for our Show.
Pre-show EXHIBITORS may only register online via their designated key contact. On-site registration is $120 USD per person. We strongly encourage you to pre-register online to save time and money and receive your badge(s) in the mail if completed prior to domestic pre-reg deadline of September 27th, and international pre-reg deadline of September 13th.
You must register before the visa letter can be sent, and the letter may only be made for the individual's name and company name in their registration record. Invite letters are sent via email instantaneously as a bounce back to the email address you provide during registration. Emailed, printed-out copies of the visa letter are acceptable. Management no longer prepares and express-mails abroad personalized letters because originals of visa invite letters are no longer required. The bounce-back, emailed invitation letter is sufficient. It is the sole responsibility of the attendee to take care of any government visa requirements and allow sufficient time for the visa entry application process. Attendees and exhibitors should contact their nearest embassy or consulate to determine the appropriate timing and requirements related to their visa application. SEMA will not contact embassies and consulates on behalf of visa applicants or provide any other assistance relating to visa issues. All costs associated with applying for a visa are the sole responsibility of the attendee or exhibitor in need of the letter.
If you have questions, contact Customer Service, Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. CST, toll-free at (866) 229-3687 or aapexsema@csreg.zohodesk.com. International callers dial direct +1-224-563-3154.
No one may pre-register for a Feature Vehicle badge. Feature Vehicle badges are not mailed. Each Featured Vehicle is entitled to a maximum of two (2) badges at $60 USD each, and registration must be done on-site when you arrive at the LVCC. When you check in your vehicle, you will receive a special registration form which you must complete and take to Exhibitor Registration to register up to 2 people, maximum, per vehicle. (Spouses are included in the 2.)
Yes. If you arrive on-site and for any reason do not have your badge, you may have it reprinted on-site one time only for a fee of $120 USD per badge. The fee for reprinting a Non-Exhibiting Manufacturer (NEM), Financial Investment Company (FIN), Manufacturer, Supplier, Buyer (MSB) and Vehicle, Manufacturer, OEM (VMO) is $399 USD per badge. You may not have anyone else's badge reprinted on-site but your own. You will need to present an official, government-issued photo ID (like a passport or driver's license) that must match the name in your registration record. Go to the Main Registration to pay the fee and have your badge reprinted.
The SEMA Show 2024 Exhibitor Service Manual (ESM) will be live on Monday, April 29, 2024. If you require assistance or need more information, contact SEMA Show Management at 909.396 0289 or e-mail semashow@sema.org
Please contact your Account Manager directly. If you do not know who your account manager is, you may contact the SEMA Show Department at +1.909.396.0289 or email semashow@sema.org to be put in touch with your account manager.
Companies are not permitted to sell anything for delivery at the Show. Orders may be taken for future delivery only. Giveaways are permitted in accordance with the Show Rules and Regulations and are subject to Show Management approval. See the tab labeled 'Promotion and Contest Rules/Application' at www.semashow.com/esm
Exhibitors must receive a Merchandise Removal Pass from their floor manager or the Show Management Office in Room C102 to remove anything from the Show from 9:00am, Tuesday, November 5th, through 12:00 noon, Friday, November 8th, 2024. Exhibitors are not permitted to remove anything from the exhibit floor from 12:00 noon - 4:00pm on Friday, November 8th.
Specific instructions on how to update your company's Show Directory listing online will be sent via e-mail to your company's primary contact beginning in July 2024. The deadline to update information to be included in the printed SEMA Show Directory is August 23, 2024 (date subject to change). If you have any questions or need assistance regarding your company's Directory Listing, contact Maurice O'Connell at mauriceo@sema.org, or contact Show Management at 909.396.0289.
A Personally Operated Vehicle (POV) is a vehicle driven by you or your employee and Freeman will deliver the materials to your booth. Exhibitors with 400 square feet or less will receive the first 500 lbs. of materials free. Any freight over 500 lbs. will be charged the material handling rate for onsite delivery. Delivery must take place during move-in Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Monday, 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Exhibitors with 450 square feet of freight or larger must be moved as Material Handling by Freeman, and the applicable charges will be billed to your company.
Booth vehicles may be moved in once the booth is completely set up and empty freight has been removed. There must also be a clear aisle to get the vehicle to your booth. Once these criteria have been met, visit the Freeman Service Desk in your hall and a Freeman representative will assist you to your booth.
You must complete the Exhibit Space Design Notification Form and submit a drawing (hand drawing is acceptable), rendering or digital photo clearly detailing all booth dimensions, including length, width and height. For all multi-level booths, you must provide a copy of the architect/engineering drawing that has a current wet stamp of approval from a certified structural engineer.
You may hand carry freight if your display or product is capable of being carried into the hall by hand. Only small, two-wheel dollies can be used.
You can ship two (2) ways: Ship in advance to the Freeman Warehouse September 26 – October 24, 2024 (date subject to change) and Freeman will deliver your freight to your booth during your target time, or you can ship directly to the Las Vegas Convention Center (freight must arrive on your assigned target day). Drivers must check-in at the Freeman Marshaling Yard first to receive a Freight Door assignment before coming to the Las Vegas Convention Center.
This date has been established for the arrival of freight at the Las Vegas Convention Center using a common carrier. Target dates are listed by booth numbers. If you miss your target date, you may be required to pay a surcharge on material handling. If you ship in advance to the Freeman warehouse, the freight will be at your exhibit space at your designated target date. If you need to change your target date, e-mail Joe Boone of Freeman at joe.boone@freemanco.com.
Material Handling is the service to move and store your freight from the freight carrier. This service includes off-loading from delivery truck; delivery to your booth; removing empty crates and boxes; storing and returning the empties: and delivery to your carrier. This service is all provided exclusively by Freeman. It is a one-time charge for incoming and outgoing. See the Material Handling order form for rates. Exhibitors with 400 square feet or less will receive their first 500 lbs. of material handling FREE with no restrictions. It can be delivered to the Freeman Advance Warehouse, shipped directly to show site or delivered in a Privately-Owned Vehicle (POV) or a rental vehicle which is driven by your employee (not temporary labor) to receive the 500 lbs. free. Material Handling over and above the 500 lbs. or exhibitors with 450 square feet or more will be charged the material handling rate.
In order to qualify to hang a sign, your booth must be 20' x 20' or larger and may not be a linear booth. You must complete the Hanging Sign Design Notification Form and submit a rendering or digital photo of the sign showing all graphics, placement above booth, and dimensions, including width, height and circumference. Hanging signs may be hung at any height; however, the sign itself can be no more than 8' in height from top to bottom and must be finished on all sides. Freeman is required to hang all hanging signs and it is recommended that you ship in advance to ensure the sign is assembled and hung in a timely matter. Please note that Freeman costs for hanging a sign are incurred at both installation and dismantle so budget accordingly.
Yes. For your reference, we provide a Budget Calculator. This will help you decide which items you need for your exhibit and how to succeed at the Show. Then, go to the Exhibitor Services Manual and select the forms you need in order to complete your show plan.
Lead Retrieval or Lead Management is a system designed to help exhibitors quickly and easily capture and qualify leads on the show floor. Using lead retrieval enables you to qualify leads with follow-up action codes, eliminates hand-keying leads into your database for quicker lead follow-up and gives demographic information on attendees. CompuSystems offers an array of lead management systems – see http://www.compusystems.com/order for ordering and more information.
Fireworks, firearms, explosives, and weapons of all kinds are prohibited in all premises of the AAPEX and the SEMA Shows. This prohibition applies to interior and exterior Show facilities, including parking areas and also prohibits weapons in or on any vehicles or displays. Violations of this policy can result in the violator being banned from the Shows and Show facilities.
In compliance with the ADA, service animals—as defined by the ADA—are permitted at the Show. Other live animals, including comfort, emotional-support or therapy animals, pets and animals used for demonstrations of any kind are not allowed. Show Management reserves the right to prohibit service animals if they pose a threat or safety concern to anyone attending, exhibiting or working our event. The handler/owner of the service animal is responsible for the care and supervision of his or her animal. If the animal is not under control or is disruptive or not housebroken, Show Management may require it to be removed from the Show premises.
By April 25, exhibitors will receive an email with the date and time for their space selection. A SEMA Sales Representative will call the key contact to review the Show floorplan and select a booth. Following booth selection, the exhibiting company will receive an email confirmation with the agreed upon Show Section and booth number.
Following space selection, Exhibitors wishing to change their booth (location, size and/or configuration) following Space Selection must submit a "Change of Booth" form.
Effective one business day following Exhibitor's selection of booth space through August 2, Show Management shall retain 50% of rental cost of each space canceled. Beginning August 2, Show Management shall retain 100% of rental cost of each space canceled. Exhibitor Rules & Regulations
Network with the automotive industry as opening day continues into the night. Kick the week off in Las Vegas style with an industry party like no other, featuring performances from THE GOO GOO DOLLS, O.A.R. and REIGNWOLF.
No, your SEMA Show badge grants you access to the halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center to enjoy the SEMA Show, but badges will not grant you access to the Industry Night @ SEMA concert
While all those who enter the SEMA Show within the Las Vegas Convention Center must be at least 16 years Industry Night will be taking place outside the halls of the Convention Center so the event is open to all ages, but everyone must have a ticket.
PLEASE NOTE TICKETS ARE CURRENTLY AT THE LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICE. Buy now before prices go up.
TICKETS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE AT www.semashow.com
GA – General Admission $39 + tax and service fees (November 5)
- Entry to Industry Night @ SEMA concert General Admission viewing
- Includes access to all GA areas.
- Does not include access to the Las Vegas Convention Center SEMA Show Exhibit Halls or to SEMA Fest on Friday, November 8
VIP Access (November 5) – SOLD OUT
- Exclusive access to the VIP viewing area with premium sightlines
- VIP bars and washrooms
- Separate entrance for VIP pass holders at entrance
- Charging stations
- Does not include access to the Las Vegas Convention Center SEMA Show Exhibit Halls or SEMA Fest on Friday, November 8
No, you must purchase tickets separately. Industry Night @ SEMA tickets are available for sale when registering for your SEMA Show badge or at www.semashow.com while SEMA Fest tickets are only available at www.semafest.com
SEMA Show Friday Enthusiast Experience (Must be 16+)
- FRIDAY ONLY access to the SEMA Show floor between 9:00 am-4:00 pm
- Each person must pick up their own ticket. You may not send anyone else in your place. NO EXCEPTIONS. Please be prepared to show a valid government-issued photo ID when picking up your ticket. The name on your photo ID must match the name on this confirmation. No day of purchases will be permitted.
- SEMA Friday Experience tickets may ONLY be picked-up on Friday, November 8 between 7:30am-2:00pm at SEMA Show Registration in South Hall and West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center- NO EXCEPTIONS
SEMA Show Friday Enthusiast Experience (Must be 16+) – With GA Concert
- FRIDAY ONLY access to the SEMA Show floor between 9:00 am-4:00 pm
- Each person must pick up their own ticket. You may not send anyone else in your place. NO EXCEPTIONS.
- SEMA Friday Experience tickets may ONLY be picked-up on Friday, November 8 between 7:30am-2:00pm at SEMA Show Registration in South Hall and West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center- NO EXCEPTIONS
- GA – General Admission
- Entry to SEMA Fest concert General Admission viewing
- Includes access to all GA areas.
SEMA Show Friday Enthusiast Experience (Must be 16+) – With VIP Access
- FRIDAY ONLY access to the SEMA Show floor between 9:00 am-4:00 pm
- Each person must pick up their own ticket. You may not send anyone else in your place. NO EXCEPTIONS.
- SEMA Friday Experience tickets may ONLY be picked-up on Friday, November 8 between 7:30am-2:00pm at SEMA Show Registration in South Hall and West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center- NO EXCEPTIONS
- VIP Access
- Exclusive access to the VIP viewing area with premium sightlines
- VIP bars and washrooms
- Separate entrance for VIP pass holders at entrance
- Charging stations
You can easily upgrade through your Tixr account!
Just follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Tixr account.
- Find and click on your initials, located in the top-right corner of the homepage.
- Select "My Events."
- If upgrades are available for your event, you will see the text "Upgrades Available"
It will look something like this:
- Click "Upgrades Available"
- Choose your new tickets and proceed to checkout.
✔️ Once you have completed your purchase, your upgraded tickets will be sent to you, and your original order will be voided.
No, all sales are final, we do not provide refunds or transfer of tickets from one event to another.
SEMA offers educational sessions, special events and celebrity appearances through each day of the SEMA Show. But don’t miss these great events that extend beyond the hours of the SEMA Show
- SEMA Show Kick Off Breakfast – Tuesday, November 5 at 7:30am
- Network with a global automotive community before sitting down with a plated breakfast, entertainment and special presentations, such as: official announcement of the New Product Showcase Awards winners. A total of 18 winners from as many different categories will be recognized, alongside a special presentation of the Manufacturer of the Year.
- Industry Night @ SEMA – Tuesday, November 5; doors open 4:00pm / music 5:00pm
- Network with the automotive industry as opening day continues into the night. Kick the week off in Las Vegas style with an industry party like no other, featuring performances from THE GOO GOO DOLLS, O.A.R. and REIGNWOLF.
- Tickets available when registering for the 2024 SEMA Show or at www.semashow.com
- SEMA Awards Banquet – Thursday, November 7: 6:00pm Reception/7:00pm Banquet
- Located in the Westgate Paradise Event Center
- Join the celebration complete with great friends, food, entertainment, and a few surprises. The extravaganza also reveals the winner of prestigious awards including:
- SEMA Person of the Year
- Gen-III Innovator of the Year
- Content Creator of the Year
- Chairman's Service Award
- Tickets available at www.semashow.com
