The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is preparing to host its annual celebration of industry excellence under a new name and a new format. Formerly known as the SEMA Show Banquet, the event will debut as SEMA Industry Honors at the 2025 SEMA Show, taking place Thursday, November 6, at the BleauLive Theater inside the Fontainebleau Las Vegas.
Hosted by Sung Kang – actor, filmmaker, and lifelong car enthusiast best known for his portrayal of Han in “The Fast & The Furious” franchise – the reimagined SEMA Industry Honors will transform from a traditional seated banquet into an engaging awards-show experience that reflects the automotive aftermarket’s spirit of innovation. Beyond the screen, Kang has built a career defined by storytelling and his deep connection to car culture, making him the perfect host for the industry’s biggest night.
The event will celebrate many of the industry’s most influential leaders and creators, including the prestigious Person of the Year and Content Creator of the Year awards.
“The SEMA Show is about pushing boundaries and setting new standards for the industry,” said SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso. “Renaming and reimagining this event as SEMA Industry Honors aligns perfectly with our philosophy of growth and innovation. This new format will better showcase the incredible people, talent, and creativity that drive our industry forward.”
The evening kicks off at 6 p.m. with a cocktail reception sponsored by Fifth Third Bank, followed by the Industry Honors awards program at 7 p.m., and concludes with an exclusive afterparty at 9 p.m. featuring live entertainment, cocktails, and late-night fare. (Reception and afterparty will include heavy appetizers; dinner will not be served.)
“Our goal is to create an environment that feels as exciting and inspiring as the people we’re honoring,” said SEMA Trade Show Director Andy Tompkins. “Moving to the BleauLive Theater and introducing a revised, dynamic format ensures that attendees will experience a new celebration worthy of the industry’s biggest night.”
SEMA Industry Honors Tickets
SEMA Show exhibitors can redeem complimentary tickets (1 for every 10×10 booth space purchased) in the Exhibitor Resource Center. Additional tickets are available for purchase for $50. Show attendees can purchase tickets during registration, or by logging into the Registration Resource Center. For more information, visit www.semashow.com/honors.
There’s Still Time to Register for the 2025 SEMA Show
Qualified attendees are encouraged to register now to maximize their ROI. Hotel reservations at guaranteed low rates are available exclusively through SEMA’s official hotel provider, onPeak at www.semashow.com/attendee.
Spaces are still available for companies interested in exhibiting and connecting with tens of thousands of qualified buyers. For more information, visit www.semashow.com/exhibitor.
This story was originally published on October 15, 2025. 
