No. One badge allows you entrance into both the SEMA and AAPEX Shows. Please note the AAPEX Show is located at The Venetian & AAPEX Forum and is not open on Friday, November 6th. The AAPEX Show is open Tuesday, November 3 – Thursday, November 5, 2026. See www.aapexshow.com for more information on their event.

If it says, "only two" that means the system recognizes your company's name as a Non-Exhibiting Company (NEC). If a company manufactures any product or offers services that are fit to be exhibited at AAPEX and/or the SEMA Show, the company is considered a Non-Exhibiting Company (NEC). NECs can send a maximum of two representatives to the Shows for up to two years to evaluate the Show for future participation as an Exhibitor.

You may register onsite, but depending upon the day and time you arrive, the lines for new, onsite registration may be lengthy. You will also need to bring with you to the Show your qualification documentation and a government-issued photo ID (such as a passport or driver's license). If you do not have this paperwork with you, you will not be able to complete registration.

The SEMA Show is a trade-only industry event. It is not open to consumers or the general public. If you are unemployed, retired, a car club member, hobbyist, collector, or car enthusiast, you do not qualify to receive a badge. If you do not meet the qualifications to receive a badge, enthusiasts are able to purchase the "SEMA Show Friday - Open to the public" ticket at www.semafest.com which gives you access to the SEMA Show on Friday, November 6th ONLY.

The SEMA Show is a trade-only industry event. Only qualified registrants employed within the automotive aftermarket industry are approved to receive a badge. Qualified registrants may register online at www.semashow.com.

• SEMA has partnered with our official SEMA Show housing provider, OnPeak, to provide room blocks at the Circus Circus Hotel & Resort and Excalibur Hotel & Casino exclusively for schools with large student groups.
   
• Please note that per Nevada gaming laws, many casino/hotels require guests to be 21 years of age or older to be eligible to make room reservations; check-in to hotel rooms and receive room keys; and apply payment toward hotel accommodations.

• SEMA partners with all major hotel groups in Las Vegas to secure the best rates for SEMA Show attendees. Hotel accommodations vary in cost according to property and amenities.
   
• SEMA has also partnered with Alaska, Delta and United Airlines to secure discounted airfare for SEMA Show attendees.
   
• Visit the SEMA Show Travel & Lodging website listed below for more information.