Article Summary
SEMA Fest 2026 will take place November 6 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and feature a music lineup headlined by multi-platinum punk rock icons The Offspring, along with Jimmy Eat World, 311, and The Alive, combining automotive culture with live entertainment.
- Date and Location: November 6, 2026 at Las Vegas Convention Center
- Headliners: The Offspring, Jimmy Eat World, 311, and The Alive
- Ticket Sales: Early bird pre-sale starts July 15; general on-sale July 17 at 10 am PT via semafest.com
- Experience: Combines SEMA Show floor exploration with 2,000+ exhibitors, SEMA Cruise, motorsports demonstrations, and live music performances
- Significance: Serves as the official closing ceremony of SEMA Week, transforming the trade show into a public celebration
The Specialty Equipment Market Association has announced the musical lineup for SEMA Fest, taking place Nov 6 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Headlined by multi-platinum punk rock icons The Offspring, the lineup also features anthemic alt-rockers Jimmy Eat World, genre-blending rock reggae outfit 311 and California rock band The Alive.
“SEMA Fest represents where our industry is headed, at the crossroads of innovation, lifestyle, and cultural relevance,” said SEMA vice-president of events Tom Gattuso. “By bringing together the world’s premier automotive gathering with iconic music, immersive automotive experiences, and enthusiast access, we are creating a powerful platform that expands the reach of car culture, strengthens engagement with new audiences, and sends SEMA Week out on a high-energy, high-impact note."
Early bird pre-sale tickets are available July 15, with the general on-sale kicking off this July 17, at 10 am PT via semafest.com. General admission and VIP concert access tickets are available, as are combined tickets, offering entry to both SEMA Fest and SEMA Show Friday public access.
SEMA Fest serves as the official closing ceremony of SEMA Week, transforming the trade show into a public celebration and extending the energy of the SEMA Show into a day-long experience.
The day begins inside the Las Vegas Convention Center, where attendees can explore the SEMA Show floor, including 2,000-plus exhibiting brands and vendors, thousands of custom builds, and the latest in automotive products and technology.
As the day continues, the action moves outdoors for the SEMA Cruise and high-intensity motorsports demonstrations. As the sun sets, live music begins on the SEMA Fest Stage, with automotive displays continuing throughout the evening.
2026 Musical Lineup
Multi-platinum punk rock icons The Offspring bring decades of Southern California punk-rock energy to SEMA Fest. With more than 45 million records sold worldwide, the band is known for their generation-defining hits such as “Self Esteem,” “Come Out and Play,” “The Kids Aren’t Alright,” and “Pretty Fly (For a White Guy)."
Jimmy Eat World adds its signature anthemic alternative-rock sound to the lineup. The band broke through globally with “The Middle,” which reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Modern Rock Tracks chart.
311 brings its unmistakable blend of rock, reggae, funk and hip-hop influences to the main stage. The band has released 14 studio albums, sold more than 10 million records in the United States, and remains known for crowd favourites such as “Down,” “Amber,” and “All Mixed Up."
The Alive rounds out the bill with a fresh California rock sound rooted in surf, skate, and hard-driving live performance. The band cites influences including Black Sabbath, Nirvana, Rush, and Queens of the Stone Age, making them a fitting addition to a lineup built on energy, edge, and attitude.
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