The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has released the musical lineup for SEMA Fest, scheduled to take place on November 6, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Punk rock group The Offspring will headline the event, which also features alternative rock bands Jimmy Eat World, 311, and The Alive.
“SEMA Fest represents where our industry is headed, at the crossroads of innovation, lifestyle, and cultural relevance,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice-president of events. “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 ticket pre-sales opened on July 15, followed by the general public sale on July 17 via the event’s official website. Available ticketing tiers include standard General Admission, VIP concert passes, and combined access tickets that grant entry to both the concert venue and the Friday public session of the main SEMA Show.
Serving as the official closing function of SEMA Week, the single-day festival transitions the business-to-business trade exhibition into a public-facing event. The daytime itinerary begins inside the Las Vegas Convention Center, where attendees can view aftermarket technology, customized vehicles, and products from more than 2,000 exhibiting brands. The schedule subsequently shifts to outdoor areas for the annual SEMA Cruise and scheduled motorsports demonstrations before concluding with evening musical performances.
2026 Main Stage Performers
- The Offspring: The Southern California punk rock group has recorded global sales of more than 45 million albums. Their catalog includes alternative radio charting singles such as “Self Esteem,” “Come Out and Play,” “The Kids Aren’t Alright,” and “Pretty Fly (For a White Guy).”
- Jimmy Eat World: The alternative rock band achieved international commercial success with their single “The Middle,” which reached the top position on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
- 311: Utilizing a combination of rock, reggae, funk, and hip-hop instrumentation, the group has released 14 studio albums and sold over 10 million records within the United States market. Their track history includes live mainstays such as “Down,” “Amber,” and “All Mixed Up.”
- The Alive: The California-based rock outfit focuses on a live-performance style drawing stylistic elements from heavy rock and grunge influences, including bands like Black Sabbath, Nirvana, Rush, and Queens of the Stone Age.
Official logistical updates and event tracking are managed via the handle @SEMAFestOfficial on social platforms or through the dedicated portal at semafest.com.
