Exhibitor Questions - I plan to hand carry freight to my booth; how do I go about doing this?
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.
Exhibitor Questions - My booth is 400 sq ft or larger. How do I submit my booth plan for approval?
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.
Exhibitor Questions - How do I move in my booth vehicle?
Please follow the instructions in the Booth Vehicle Information form for questions related to arrival for all booth vehicles CLICK HERE
Exhibitor Questions - I will be delivering freight in my own vehicle; how do I check in?
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 am - 5:00 pm and Monday, 8:00 am - 2:30 pm. 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.
Exhibitor Questions - How do I update my company's Show Directory listing?
Specific instructions on how to update your company's Show Directory listing online will be sent via email to your company's primary contact beginning in July 2026. The deadline to update information to be included in the printed SEMA Show Directory is August 21, 2026 (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.
Exhibitor Questions - How do I remove product from my booth once the Show has started?
Exhibitors must receive a Merchandise Removal Pass from their floor manager or the Show Management Office in Room C104 to remove anything from the Show from 9:00 am, Tuesday, November 3, 2026, through 12:00 pm, Friday, November 6, 2026. Exhibitors are not permitted to remove anything from the exhibit floor from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm on Friday, November 6, 2026.
Exhibitor Questions - Am I allowed to sell or give away product in my booth?
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
General - Who is eligible to attend the SEMA Show Student Program?
Educators, counselors, and administrators employed by accredited high schools (grades 10–12), colleges or universities:
General - How can I obtain information on the new products at the SEMA Show?
Several options are available for obtaining new product information. Several options are available for obtaining new product information. One of the easiest ways is to visit the New Products Showcase at the 2026 SEMA Show.
General - What is SEMA Fest?
SEMA Fest 2026 will feature live music from the biggest names in the entertainment industry. To get updates please sign up for the latest SEMA Fest news at www.semafest.com
