The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), the leading authority in automotive aftermarket trends, hosts its annual U.S. trade show extravaganza. This year, the show ignites the Las Vegas Convention Center from November 4th to 7th, 2025, bringing together industry innovators and returning exhibitors for a week of groundbreaking developments.
Automotive enthusiasts attending SEMA 2025 will be immersed in a showcase brimming with the latest automotive advancements. The event consistently attracts over 30,000 high-powered buyers to its dynamic lineup of educational sessions and product demonstrations. The extensive automotive product categories displayed at the LVCC encompass everything from exterior and interior upgrades to tyres, off-road modifications, custom vehicles, and cutting-edge equipment. The automotive aftermarket show presents a lucrative growth platform for aspiring businesses within the sector.
Beyond the core exhibition, SEMA 2025 boasts a robust lineup of side events, including appearances by industry celebrities and the prestigious SEMA Industry Awards Banquet. Attendees must also see the jaw-dropping custom vehicles showcased at the SEMA Battle of the Builders and captivating presentations highlighting the finest automotive customisation.
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Information
The Specialty Equipment Market Association, also known as SEMA Las Vegas, is the leading annual trade fair in the United States for the automotive aftermarket industry. It takes place every November at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), bringing together over 1,300 leading companies and attracting more than 30,000 trade visitors with significant purchasing power
The SEMA offers a range of exhibits, workshops, and live demonstrations tailored for industry professionals. Attendees can explore cutting-edge automotive parts and accessories on a wide range of vehicles showcasing new modifications and equipment.
Who can you meet there
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What makes it special
SEMA is a massive event that offers unmatched business opportunities for anyone in the automotive aftermarket industry. From established manufacturers to rising startups, SEMA provides a platform to showcase the latest trends and innovations in vehicle customization, racing performance, off-road modifications, and everything in between
Furthermore, the SEMA Garage provides tools and services to support businesses. It assists in navigating the latest advancements in ADAS technology, emission compliance, and product development. The OPTIMA Village offers dynamic entertainment, featuring driving demonstrations, celebrity appearances, and impressive project vehicles. Those interested in the future of automotive technology can visit the FutureTech Studio, which offers educational sessions, product displays, and sponsor vehicles showcasing the latest trends in performance aftermarket parts.
Quick info
| Also called: | Special Equipment Market Association Show 2025 |
| Frequency: | every year |
| Next Edition: | SEMA 2026 |
| Sectors: | Automotive industry |
| Website: | SEMA official website |
| Visitors: | Tickets for SEMA |
| Exhibitors: | Exhibitor registration |
Important facts
SEMA in numbers
- professional trade show event only
- 1 300 new exhibitors each edition
- 70+ free education sessions led by top industry professionals
- celebrity hosts
Next editions
SEMA 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center
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