November 30 – December 9
SHOW HOURS:
Weekdays: 11am – 10pm
Saturdays: 9am – 10pm
Sundays: 9am – 8pm
The show entrance closes one hour prior to the show closing.
TICKETS:
Adults: $12
Children: 12 and under are FREE when accompanied by an adult.
Seniors: $8.00 (65 & over) – Weekdays only
E-Ticket Customer Inquiries: (949) 732-7974 TICKETS
GROUP TICKETS:
Group ticket rates are available on purchases of 50 tickets or more. Tickets must be purchased in advance by contacting Show Management at (310) 444-1850.
How much are tickets and how can I purchase them?
Adult tickets may be purchased on site at the box office and ticketing kiosks or online for $12.
When purchasing tickets online, you must have a printed e-ticket to gain access to the show. Starting in November, $2-off discount coupons for adult ticket purchases will be available online or at participating LA area new car dealerships. Discount coupons are valid weekdays and may only be used for cash purchases at the box office.
Senior (65+) tickets are $8 and may be purchased from the cash box office on site. They are valid weekdays only. (Cash only and not valid with any other offer.)
What days and times are the least crowded?
Weekdays and early mornings are the least crowded.
Where can I park?
On-site parking is available at South and West Halls. The entrance to South Hall parking is off Venice Blvd., west of Figueroa Street. West Hall parking entrance is on LA Live Way, north of Pico.
Valet parking is available during regular show days for $30 per day. The valet parking entrance is located on Figueroa Street, south of Pico Blvd. (South Hall side).
Can I leave and come back?
Yes, but make sure you get your hand stamped before leaving. Hand stamps are only valid for re-entry to the show on the same day.
Are cameras and videos allowed?
Yes. However, tripods are not allowed.
Do you rent strollers or wheelchairs?
Yes. At both West Hall and South Hall lobbies Fun Riders rents strollers and wheelchairs (electric and manual). The cost for strollers is $10 for the entire day, non-powered wheelchairs $15 per day and electric scooters $35 per day. A photo I.D. is required with payment at time of rental.
Can you purchase cars/accessories at the show?
While you cannot purchase cars at the show, you can shop: i.e. look, sit inside the cars, and speak with auto representatives. You can purchase certain manufacturer merchandise from their exhibits, as well as aftermarket accessories and other auto related products for sale in Kentia Hall.
Is there someplace to have a meal?
Yes. There are many places to eat in and around the Convention Center.
· Compass Cafe – South Hall: sandwiches, salads, pizzas, hot and cold entrees and a full bar
· Galaxy Cafe – West Hall: sandwiches, salads, Asian Grill, Cucina Rosso, and Pizza
· Tradewinds Cafe/Kentia Hall: hamburgers, sandwiches, hot and cold sides
In addition to choices at the Convention Center itself, there are several dining options at LA Live just across the street from the STAPLES Center.
Can I bring my own food and beverages into the show?
No. All food and beverage must be purchased at LACC Food and Beverage locations.
What cars are in the show?
Over 1,000 of the 2012 makes and models of import and domestic cars, including several World and North American debuts, as well as alternative fuel/electric vehicles and race cars. Check them out for a list of some of the vehicles that will be at the 2012 show.
FLOOR PLAN / EXHIBITORS
GETTING TO THE SHOW
The Los Angeles Convention Center is located at the junction of the I-10-Santa Monic aand the 110-Harbor Freeways.
The address is:
1201 S. Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
From San Fernando Valley and Santa Clarita Valley
From 101 SOUTH, take the 110 SOUTH, exit at 8TH STREET. Turn LEFT on UNION AVENUE. Turn LEFT on W. 11TH STREET. Turn RIGHT on LA LIVE WAY and LEFT into the West Hall garage.
From San Bernardino, Riverside, Pomona, Ontario
From 10 WEST, transition to the 110 NORTH (Downtown). EXIT at PICO Blvd. The PICO off-ramp becomes LA Live Way. Turn RIGHT into the West Hall parking garage.
From Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley
From 405 SOUTH, take 10 EAST, exit at GRAND Ave. Turn LEFT on OLIVE St., and LEFT on PICO Blvd. Turn RIGHT on LA Live Way and RIGHT into the West Hall parking garage.
From the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Take the Century Boulevard exit to the Century Freeway (105) East. Take the Harbor Freeway (110) North to the Santa Monica Freeway (10) West. Exit at Pico Boulevard and proceed northward.
South Hall Parking: Turn right on Pico Boulevard, turn right on Figueroa Boulevard, turn right on Venice Boulevard, turn right on Convention Center Drive and proceed to the parking entrance.
West Hall Parking: Cross Pico Boulevard and make a right turn at the intersection of Cherry and 12th Street into the parking garage entrance.
From Union Station
By Metrolink Rail: Take the Metro Red Line. Exit at 7th Street then transfer to the Metro Blue Line (Long Beach). Exit at Pico Boulevard Station. Then walk one block west to Figueroa Street.
From San Diego and Orange County
From 405 NORTH, take 110 NORTH, transition to the 10 WEST, and exit immediately from the LEFT lane to PICO Blvd. The PICO off-ramp becomes LA Live Way. Turn RIGHT into the West Hall parking garage.
