General - Where can I get something to eat?
You can find a number of food options for the SEMA Show and the Las Vegas Convention Center on the following page. Food Options
General - Is Off Property Parking Available?
Available parking for guests but may require a daily fee for self-parking
and valet services. Information subject to change.
For more information, please contact the property. For oversize vehicle
parking inquiry please contact the property.
Limited parking at the following locations:
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 - Does my SEMA membership guarantee qualification to attend the SEMA Show?
No. Even if you are a member of SEMA, you will still need to be qualified to attend the SEMA Show. The same qualification process will apply to members as it does to non-members.
General - Do I have to be a SEMA member to attend the SEMA Show?
No. The company you are employed by does not have to be a SEMA member for you to attend the SEMA Show, but you do have to hold a qualified position and work within the automotive industry. The SEMA Show registration process requires you to provide proof that you are currently employed within the automotive industry.
General - What are the qualifications to attend the Show?
AAPEX and the SEMA Show are business-to-business trade events. To be approved to attend, you just need to verify that your company is active in the automotive aftermarket, and that you are a current owner / employee. Use of a business email domain (matching your company name) in the registration process is preferred and will help us verify your role in the industry.
General - May I bring an animal to the Show?
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.
General - How can I obtain information on the new products at the SEMA Show?
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.
Media - When is Media Day?
There is not a designated Media Day at the SEMA Show; media activities take place throughout the course of the event. There is an official press conference schedule, at which time select exhibitors will be making newsworthy announcements. The press conference schedule will be available in mid-September online at www.semashow.com and onsite in the Media Center.
Media - What amenities are available in the SEMA Show Media Center?
Amenities in the Media Center include complimentary water and snacks, working stations, Internet access, complimentary copy machines, printers, and storage. The Media Center also houses press kits and materials from SEMA and many exhibitors.
NEW THIS YEAR: Credentialed media will have the ability to avoid the general concession stands in the convention center by quickly purchasing lunch or snacks in the Media Center.
