SEMA Show
November 3, 2026 - November 6, 2026
The SEMA Show isn’t just another trade show—it’s the biggest stage in the world for the automotive aftermarket. Every year, Las Vegas becomes the center of the automotive universe as top brands, builders, and innovators roll in to showcase what’s next. From major product launches to custom builds that stop you in your tracks, the SEMA Show has earned its reputation as one of the most influential events in global car culture.
SEMA Show 2026 Party List & After-Hours Events
In 2026, the show takes over the Las Vegas Convention Center once again, bringing together tens of thousands of industry pros for four days packed with seminars, product demos, networking events, and show-stopping custom rides.
Show dates: November 3–6, 2026 (Las Vegas). Many events start early with AAPEX and receptions—see the schedule below. We’ll keep updating as organizers announce details.
| Mon Nov 2 | Tue Nov 3 | Wed Nov 4 | Thu Nov 5 | Fri Nov 6 |
Monday, November 2, 2026
AAPEX Opening Reception
- Date & Time: Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: The Venetian Expo, Level 2 Lobby
- Description: Kick off Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week with colleagues and partners. Open to AAPEX badge holders.
Annual SEMA Kick-Off Party
- Date & Time: Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – LATE
- Location: Plaza Hotel & Casino & Hogs & Heifers OUTPOST
- Description: Kick off SEMA with Loud rides, wild crowds, neon nights, and good times all damn evening.
Cars. Trucks. People. Party. Repeat.Let’s light up Downtown and kick off SEMA the Hogs & Heifers way
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
SEMA Show Kickoff Breakfast
- Date & Time: Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 7:00 AM – 8:45 AM (doors 7:00 AM; program 7:20 AM)
- Location: Westgate Las Vegas
- Description: Market outlooks, trends shaping 2027, and New Products Award winners. Complimentary grab-and-go breakfast while supplies last.
AAPEX – Show Floor & Joe’s Garage
- Date & Time: Tue, Nov 3, 2026, All Day
- Location: Venetian Expo
- Description: Hands-on demos, shop tech, parts launches, and training. SEMA badges typically recognized—confirm access details.
Beers & Gears Reception
- Date & Time: Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Location: The Venetian Expo, Level 1 – Joe’s Garage
- Description: Casual end-of-day mixer on the AAPEX floor. Great place to set meetings for Wednesday.
8th Annual SEMA Kickoff Party
- Date & Time: Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Location:Coming Soon
- Registration: Coming Soon
- Description: Hosted by Detailers of Las Vegas. Food, drinks, raffles, and the best networking in town to kick off SEMA week in style.
Category Receptions (TORA / FLN / SBN / WTSBC / PRO)
- Date & Time: Tue, Nov 3, 2026, from 4:00–5:30 PM (times vary)
- Location: 3150 Paradise Rd (LVCC – West/North meeting areas)
- Description: Truck-off-road (TORA), Future Leaders (FLN), Women in industry (SBN), Wheel/Tire/Suspension/Brake Council (WTSBC), and Restyling (PRO) host quick networking hours.
ARMO Reception
- Date & Time: Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 5:30 PM
- Location: Westgate Las Vegas
- Description: Restoration pros compare notes on sourcing, fabrication, and rare-parts workflows.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
PRO Happy Hour
- Date & Time: Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 4:00 PM
- Location: 3150 Paradise Rd
- Description: Short mixer before evening events. Lock in Thursday booth stops and collabs.
SBN Gear Up Girl Networking
- Date & Time: Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 4:30 PM
- Location: 3150 Paradise Rd
- Description: Structured mentorship and connection time for women in the aftermarket.
TORA Reception
- Date & Time: Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 5:00 PM
- Location: 3150 Paradise Rd
- Description: Off-road builders and suppliers meet-up. Swap contacts; plan Thursday runs.
HRIA Reception
- Date & Time: Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 5:15 PM
- Location: Westgate Las Vegas
- Description: Hot-rod builders, fabricators, and suppliers talk shop over drinks.
Thursday, November 5, 2026
FLN Membership Lunch
- Date & Time: Thu, Nov 5, 2026, 12:00 PM
- Location: 3150 Paradise Rd
- Description: Working lunch for Future Leaders Network. Compare wins, swap ideas, keep it moving.
SEMA Industry Honors
- Date & Time: Thu, Nov 5, 2026, 7:00 PM
- Location: Las Vegas (venue TBA)
- Description: Awards night highlighting people and products driving the industry forward.
Friday, November 6, 2026
SEMA Fest
- Date & Time: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 (SEMA Show public day 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; concert follows)
- Location: Las Vegas Convention Center – Bronze Lot
- Lineup: The Offspring, Jimmy Eat World, 311, and The Alive
- Tickets: semafest.com (VIP concert-only is sold out)
- Description: Music, motorsports, and car culture collide right next to the SEMA Show. The concert is all ages, but SEMA Show badges don’t get you in—you’ll need a separate SEMA Fest ticket. No parking at the LVCC, so plan on rideshare, the Monorail, or the Vegas Loop. Full SEMA Fest details.
More SEMA-week parties and networking events will be added as we get closer to November.
