Top 10 Auto Body & Auto Repair Conferences in Fall 2026
Fall has 20 Auto Body & Auto Repair conferences on the 2026 calendar — the 1st largest count of any season.
Nevada heads the count with 9; California (4) and New York (1) follow.
Ranked list
10 conferences
1
PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Nov 3–6, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·10k+ attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
With 10k+ industry professionals on the floor, SEMA Show sits firmly as a Platinum-rated show across the Auto Body & Auto Repair space. Ticket pricing at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Platinum events based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
2
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Oct 29–31, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·10k+ attendees·$ ticket
Our take
Based on 10k+ annual attendees, AAPEX Show ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Auto Body & Auto Repair sector. Entry at $ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, which is why Orbital rates it at Gold reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Sales teams working the Auto Body & Auto Repair market, this conference belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
3
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Considering 1k–2k registered participants, AOCA International Fast Lube Expo iFLEX stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical. For teams targeting the Auto Body & Auto Repair category, the show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
4
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Considering 500–1k registered participants, ARA Convention & Expo stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical. Registration at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Auto Body & Auto Repair space, this gathering merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
5
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Considering 5k–10k registered participants, Automechanika Chicago stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical. Registration at $ signals a serious operator audience, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
6
PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Sep 8–12, 2026·Frankfurt am Main, DE·10k+ attendees·$ ticket
Our take
With 10k+ industry professionals on the floor, Automechanika Frankfurt sits firmly as a Platinum-rated show across the Auto Body & Auto Repair space. Ticket pricing at $ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and our team places it among Platinum events based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical, this show deserves a line item in your event budget.
7
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Given its <500 expected attendees, Canadian Collision Industry Forum Montreal has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Auto Body & Auto Repair industry. For teams targeting the Auto Body & Auto Repair industry, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.
8
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Given its 500–1k expected attendees, MSO Symposium has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Auto Body & Auto Repair industry. Sales teams working the Auto Body & Auto Repair market, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.
9
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Nov 5–5, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·500–1k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
Considering 500–1k registered participants, SCRS IDEAS Collide Showcase stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical. Registration at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
10
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Oct 29–Nov 1, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·500–1k attendees·$ ticket
Our take
Given its 500–1k expected attendees, SCRS Repairer Driven Education has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Auto Body & Auto Repair industry. Attendance pricing of $ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, and the Orbital team rates it in the second tier based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Auto Body & Auto Repair space, this conference belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Frequently asked questions
How many Auto Body & Auto Repair conferences are happening in 2026?
This guide covers 10 Auto Body & Auto Repair conferences for 2026. Scroll up to see dates, locations, and details for each event.
When is the biggest Auto Body & Auto Repair event?
SEMA Show is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 10k+ attendees. It takes place Nov 3–6, 2026. Location: Las Vegas, NV.
What's the cheapest Auto Body & Auto Repair conference to attend?
SCRS Repairer Driven Education has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Las Vegas, NV. Expected attendance: approximately 500–1k.
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