By Jason Catullo
With registration for the 2021 SEMA Show less than 30 days away, specialty-equipment businesses are eager to reconnect in person at the world's leading celebration of innovation, ingenuity, and passion for automobiles.
Not only are companies ready to get down to business, Las Vegas is primed for the return of what will be one of the most exciting Shows in the event's 50-plus year history. Positive news has been reported from activities throughout Las Vegas, such as the return of on-stage shows with in-person fans, casino-floor occupancy limits at up to 50%, and the Vegas Golden Knights hosting thousands of fans at T-Mobile Arena on game nights.
Earlier this year, the Las Vegas Convention Center completed construction of a brand new 1.4-million square-foot hall, as well as a high-speed underground transportation system that will make navigating the SEMA Show easier than ever. Recently, MGM Resorts also reaffirmed its commitment to help businesses get back to in-person interactions by announcing details of a comprehensive plan to host groups at its facility.
In addition to Las Vegas businesses showing signs of recovery, analysts see Las Vegas returning faster and stronger than expected, according to the latest report from the Las Vegas Review Journal.
Specialty-equipment companies have persevered through the past year, with some thriving beyond expectations. To support that dedication and passion to succeed, the Show will help close the distance between the people who push the industry forward that have been separated by necessity. Show management has held several onsite meetings with partners throughout the city over the past few months and continues to prepare for an extraordinary event.
"We're starting to see meetings return to Las Vegas, and excitement is building as the events industry is getting back to business," said SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso. "The anticipation from the people we talk to in Las Vegas who can't wait for the Show's return is phenomenal, and we can’t wait to see it all come together in November."
The 2021 SEMA Show is about seven months away, and Show management continues to work closely with the convention center authorities and the state of Nevada as trends continue to move in a positive direction.
Key SEMA Show Dates
- The Exhibitor Services Manual (ESM) will be live in May. The ESM contains all of the forms and applications required to prepare for the Show: feature vehicles, new products, booth vehicles, celebrity appearances, etc.
- Deadline to submit Exhibit Space Rental Application and deposit is May 7.
- SEMA Show Space Selection: June 7, 2021-June 23, 2021.
Reserve booth space for the 2021 SEMA Show at www.SEMAshow.com/exhibitor.
For complete information about the 2021 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.