Top 9 Auto Body & Auto Repair Conferences in the South in Spring 2026
The South in Spring has 9 Auto Body & Auto Repair conferences on the 2026 calendar.
Texas heads the count with 3; Tennessee (2) and North Carolina (2) follow.
Ranked list
9 conferences
1
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May 11–14, 2026·Atlanta, GA·500–1k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
With 500–1k industry professionals on the floor, Auto Care Connect sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Auto Body & Auto Repair space. Ticket pricing at $$ signals a serious operator audience, and our team places it among Gold 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
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Considering 500–1k registered participants, CDK Global Conference stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical. Operators building pipeline in the Auto Body & Auto Repair space, this conference is worth a serious look.
3
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Given its 500–1k expected attendees, Collision Industry Conference has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Auto Body & Auto Repair industry. Attendance pricing of $ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and the Orbital team rates it in the second tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical, this show should be on your shortlist.
4
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Given its 500–1k expected attendees, Car Body Engineering Conference has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Auto Body & Auto Repair industry. Attendance pricing of $$$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical, this show should be on your shortlist.
5
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With <500 industry professionals on the floor, DRIVE Collision Repair Conference sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Auto Body & Auto Repair space. Ticket pricing at $$$ signals a serious operator audience, and our team places it among Silver 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.
6
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Mar 18–19, 2026·Nashville, TN·500–1k attendees·$$$ ticket
Our take
Considering 500–1k registered participants, HD Repair Forum Conference stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical. Registration at $$$ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver 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 deserves a line item in your event budget.
7
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Given its <500 expected attendees, PPG MVP Business Solutions Conference has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Auto Body & Auto Repair industry. Exhibitors focused on the Auto Body & Auto Repair vertical, this gathering belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
8
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Given its 500–1k expected attendees, Southeast Collision Conference has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Auto Body & Auto Repair industry. For teams targeting the Auto Body & Auto Repair industry, this show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
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SilverOrbital’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.
Tektonic Conference sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Auto Body & Auto Repair space. Ticket pricing at $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and our team places it among Silver events using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Auto Body & Auto Repair space, this conference belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
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.
SilverOrbital’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.
SilverOrbital’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.
SilverOrbital’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.
SilverOrbital’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.
SilverOrbital’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.
SilverOrbital’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 South?
There are 9 Auto Body & Auto Repair conferences listed for South in this guide. Browse the full list above to compare dates, locations, and expected attendance.
When is the biggest Auto Body & Auto Repair event in South?
Auto Care Connect is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 500–1k attendees. It takes place May 11–14, 2026. Location: Atlanta, GA.
What's the cheapest Auto Body & Auto Repair conference to attend?
Collision Industry Conference has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Charlotte, NC. Expected attendance: approximately 500–1k.
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