About SEMA Show 2018
The SEMA Show takes place October 30 – November 2, 2018, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, just steps away from the Convention Center Station. Don’t miss the newest products and the sharpest minds in the automotive industry at SEMA Show 2018. Exhibitors and attendees will enjoy the educational opportunities and product demonstrations. Plus, you won’t want to miss any of the special events or opportunities to meet leaders in the industry.
Registration Deadlines
October 12: Early Reg & US/Canada Badge Mailing
Registration Hours
| Registration | |
| Thurs., October 25 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.* |
| Friday, October 26 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.* |
| Sat., October 27 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.* |
| Sun., October 28 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Mon., October 29 | 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Tue., October 30 | 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Wed., October 31 | 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Thurs., November 1 | 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Friday, November 2 | 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. |
| *SEMA Show exhibitor only | |
Show Hours
| LVCC & Westgate Exhibits | New Products Showcase | |
| Tues., October 30 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Wed., October 31 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Thur., November 1 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Friday, November 2 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
Special Events
SEMA Cruise
Friday, November 2, 2018
4:00 p.m.
Las Vegas Convention Center, Silver Drive/Red Road
**No tickets required**
The capper for the 2018 SEMA Show will be the annual SEMA Cruise. This parade of rolling art is now one of the most anticipated aspects of the annual gathering by the local populace. The cruise begins when the Show ends at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The festivities include awards, giveaways, entertainment, and seating for the crowd—expanded this year with additional bleachers. The parade culminates in SEMA Ignited. It’s a great way to celebrate a fantastic week of innovation and industry networking.
SEMA Ignited
Friday, November 2, 2018
3:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Las Vegas Convention Center, Platinum Lot
The world’s most unique and celebrated customized vehicles from the 2018 SEMA Show will gather and be accessible to the public on Friday afternoon, as the SEMA Cruise concludes at SEMA Ignited. The event will give consumers a rare opportunity to collect and share images of hundreds of customized vehicles featuring the newest and most innovative products from the 2018 SEMA Show. The Friday night event will include food trucks, music, entertainment, drifting, automotive celebrities, builders and more.
Registration Hours and Location
Registration is located in the Westgate Hotel adjacent to the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), and is open the following hours:
- Thursday, Oct. 25: 8:00am -5:00pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Friday, Oct. 26: 8:00am -5:00pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Saturday, Oct. 27: 8:00am -5:00pm (Exhibitors Only)
- Sunday, Oct. 28: 8:00am -5:00pm
- Monday, Oct. 29: 7:30am – 5:00pm
- Tuesday, Oct. 30: 7:00am – 5:00pm
- Wednesday, Oct. 31: 7:30am – 5:00pm
- Thursday, Nov. 1: 7:30am – 5:00pm
- Friday, Nov. 2: 7:30am – 2:00pm
Exclusive Discounts for SEMA Exhibitors and Attendees
The Las Vegas Monorail is excited to offer an exclusive discount for SEMA Show attendees and exhibitors. Expert attendees know that the Las Vegas Monorail is the easiest, most efficient way to the travel the Las Vegas Strip. The Monorail is ideal for lunch breaks, exploring or traveling to and from your hotel.
1-Day Unlimited Ride Pass: $13.00
2-Day Unlimited Ride Pass: $23.00
3-Day Unlimited Ride Pass: $25.00
4-Day Unlimited Ride Pass: $32.00
5-Day Unlimited Ride Pass: $38.00
7-Day Unlimited Ride Pass: $49.00
Take advantage of these exclusive discounts today!