SEMA Fest returns to Las Vegas with Queens of the Stone Age
The third annual SEMA Fest is set to bring rock music and automotive culture together at the Las Vegas Convention Center on November 7, 2025. Queens of the Stone Age will headline the event, joined by The Black Crowes and Neon Trees, creating a powerful rock lineup for both music and car enthusiasts.
Music meets motorsports at Convention Center
SEMA Fest will take place in the Bronze lot of the Las Vegas Convention Center campus, coinciding with the final day of the SEMA Show trade event. The festival represents a unique combination where “car culture and live music together like never before,” according to SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso.
Beyond the music performances, attendees can expect high-octane automotive entertainment including drifting exhibitions, high-speed precision driving, and high-horsepower showcases. The event will also feature displays of custom and concept vehicles, many exclusive to SEMA Fest.
Ticket information and pricing
Early bird pre-sale tickets became available July 16, starting at $65, with general sales beginning Friday, July 18 at 10 am Pacific time. Fans can choose from general admission, VIP access, or combination tickets that include entry to both SEMA Fest and the Friday public access to the SEMA Show trade floor.
The combination tickets offer a rare opportunity for the public to experience the SEMA Show, which is typically reserved for industry professionals. This exclusive access runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on November 7 before the evening concert begins.
Building on previous success
The 2024 SEMA Fest featured performances from Cage The Elephant, Sublime with Jakob Nowell, Fitz and the Tantrums, and Petey. The inaugural 2023 event included headliners Imagine Dragons and Incubus, along with Wiz Khalifa, Third Eye Blind, Bush, and others.
The 2023 SEMA Show drew 160,000 attendees and 2,400 brands, making it the top convention in Las Vegas according to Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority data. The 2025 show is expected to be even larger with expanded exhibit space.
Tickets are available at semafest.com, with parking not available at the Convention Center. Event organizers recommend using rideshare services or the Las Vegas Monorail for transportation.
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Category: Nightlife
Subcategory: Entertainment
Date: 07/16/2025
