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    Dates

    26 Mar – 4 Apr 2027

    City / country

    New York, USA

    Venue

    Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

    Time

    10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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    Notable exhibitors

    Companies exhibiting at New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) 2027 include Alfa Romeo, AUDI AG, Bentley Motors, BMW Group and Cadillac.

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    • AUDI AG
    • Bentley Motors
    • BMW Group
    • Cadillac

    Event overview

    Overview

    The New York International Auto Show is a premier automotive event showcasing the latest innovations and designs from leading manufacturers.

    Scheduled from March 26 to April 4, 2027, at the Jacob K.

    Javits Convention Center, this year's show promises an exciting lineup of vehicles and experiences.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Event dates: March 26 - April 4, 2027
    2. 2Location: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York
    3. 3Show hours: 10 AM - 8 PM (10 AM - 10 PM on weekends)
    4. 4Over 700 vehicles on display
    5. 5Interactive experiences and exhibits

    Why visit

    Visitors can explore the latest automotive innovations, participate in interactive experiences, and engage with industry leaders.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors gain access to a large audience of potential customers and industry professionals, enhancing brand visibility and engagement. The show provides a platform for networking and showcasing the latest products and technologies in the automotive sector. The New York International Auto Show serves as a vital platform for automotive manufacturers to unveil new models and technologies, influencing market trends and consumer preferences. It attracts a diverse audience,.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Automotive enthusiasts
    Industry professionals
    Media representatives
    Families looking for interactive experiences
    Potential car buyers
    Students and educators in automotive fields

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Automobile manufacturers
    Aftermarket accessory suppliers
    Electric vehicle producers
    Luxury car brands
    Sustainable automotive technology companies
    Automotive service providers

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Electric vehicles and hybrids
    Luxury and performance cars
    SUVs and crossovers
    Commercial vehicles
    Automotive accessories and parts
    Innovative automotive technologies

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

    429 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001

    Facilities

    Parking

    Yes, there are parking facilities available near the venue.

    Parking: Yes, there are parking facilities available near the venue.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    Monday - Thursday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Fridays & Saturdays 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Laura

    Event Coordinator

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2027

    Forecast — not final

    Visitors

    1,000,000

    Edition #

    126

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    The New York International Auto Show is a premier automotive event showcasing the latest innovations and designs from leading manufacturers. Scheduled from March 26 to April 4, 2027, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, this year's show promises an exciting lineup of vehicles and experiences. The New York International Auto Show serves as a vital platform for automotive manufacturers to unveil new models and technologies, influencing market trends and consumer preferences..

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Automotive enthusiasts, Industry professionals, Media representatives, Families looking for interactive experiences. Event dates: March 26 - April 4, 2027. Location: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York. Show hours: 10 AM - 8 PM (10 AM - 10 PM on weekends). Over 700 vehicles on display. New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) 2027 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors gain access to a large audience of potential customers and industry professionals, enhancing brand visibility and engagement. The show provides a platform for networking and showcasing the latest products and technologies in the automotive sector. The New York International Auto Show serves as a vital platform for automotive manufacturers to unveil new models and technologies, influencing market trends and consumer preferences. It attracts a diverse audience,.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    New York City (Hudson Yards, Manhattan) — Northeast USA / tri-state metro area

    Why it matters

    NYIAS is the largest consumer auto show in the United States and one of the oldest in the world, first staged in 1900. Held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, it is the main North American showcase for the Northeast and tri-state market, combining vehicle introductions with a 10-day public run that has historically drawn around a million attendees. New York and the surrounding tri-state area are among the largest new-vehicle markets in the country, so the show is a cost-effective single venue for reaching Northeast US dealers, media, fleet buyers and consumers — and the Hudson Yards location puts it a short walk from the highest-density commercial and hospitality district in Manhattan.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

    North American & global auto-show circuit

    8–12 months ahead — space applications and hotel blocks for the larger shows open roughly a year before opening day.

    Peer shows that Northeast US dealers, OEM product teams and suppliers typically plan alongside NYIAS. Dates cluster in the first half of the calendar year, so a two-event annual circuit (for example NYIAS plus Chicago or Los Angeles) is realistic for a single travel budget.

    late March – early April

    New York International Auto Show

    February

    Chicago Auto Show

    November

    Los Angeles Auto Show

    January

    Detroit Auto Show

    September (odd years)

    IAA Mobility

    Peer show names, cities and websites compiled from the public auto-show circuit; confirm exact dates and formats on each organiser's site.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · USD

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    LGA

    LaGuardia

    Gateway airport for New York.

    to venue

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Upper West Side / Midtown West — 20–35 minutes by subway or taxi to the Javits Center

    USD 120–220 / night

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    Mid-range
    Chelsea / Times Square South / Hudson Yards fringe — 10–20 minute walk or 1–2 subway stops

    USD 250–420 / night

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    Premium
    Hudson Yards / Manhattan West — 5–12 minute walk to the Javits Center

    USD 550–950 / night

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 60–90 (flat-rate taxi to Manhattan)
    Best forJohn F. Kennedy International (JFK) to Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

    AirTrain + LIRR or subway for Javits Center access.

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forLaGuardia (LGA) to Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forNewark Liberty (EWR) to Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser

    Weather

    Late March in New York is cool, breezy and changeable: typical daytime highs of 11–14 °C (52–57 °F) and overnight lows of 3–6 °C (37–43 °F), with roughly 10–11 wet days and about 100 mm (4 in) of precipitation across the month. Expect a few cold snaps, occasional late-season snow or freezing rain early in the run, and strong wind chill along the Hudson — pack layers, a windproof/waterproof outer shell and comfortable walking shoes.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Tipping

    Plan for 18–20% at sit-down restaurants (often auto-added for parties of six or more), USD 1–2 per drink at the bar, USD 2–3 per bag for hotel bell staff and USD 1–2 for coat check. Tipping is expected, not optional.

    Business dress & meeting etiquette

    Business casual or smart casual is standard at US auto shows; a firm handshake, first-name introductions and punctuality are expected. Comfortable shoes matter — the Javits Center show floor spans several city blocks.

    Getting around and personal safety

    Manhattan sidewalks and subways are busy, especially during show week; keep bags zipped, tap in with an OMNY contactless card or MetroCard, and allow extra road time around Hudson Yards during peak show hours.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: JFK

    Book flights to JFK when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue; compare LGA only if fares are materially lower.

    Visa

    Most international visitors need either an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program nationalities — USD 21, valid 2 years, apply at least 72 hours before departure) or a US B-1 business visitor visa (USD 185 MRV fee plus interview scheduling; wait times range from days to several months depending on consulate). Canadian citizens generally need only a valid passport for business visits. Carry a show invitation/registration and proof of return travel; border officers decide the length of stay (B-1/ESTA are normally limited to 90 days). Confirm your nationality's rules on travel.state.gov before booking.

    Estimated cost: Not yet confirmed

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Areas to stay

    Chelsea / Times Square South / Hudson Yards fringe — 10–20 minute walk or 1–2 subway stops · Hudson Yards / Manhattan West — 5–12 minute walk to the Javits Center · Upper West Side / Midtown West — 20–35 minutes by subway or taxi to the Javits Center

    budget

    $120-$220 USD/night

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    mid range

    $250-$420 USD/night

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    premium

    $550-$950 USD/night

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: John F. Kennedy International (JFK): 45–75 min; LaGuardia (LGA): Gateway airport for New York.; Newark Liberty (EWR): Gateway airport for New York.. Allow road or rail time to Jacob K. Javits Convention Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Jacob K. Javits Convention Center: Upper West Side / Midtown West — 20–35 minutes by subway or taxi to the Javits Center: Hi New York City Hostel, 891 Amsterdam Ave, The Jane Hotel, 113 Jane St (West Village); Chelsea / Times Square South / Hudson Yards fringe — 10–20 minute walk or 1–2 subway stops: Fairfield Inn & Suites New York Manhattan/Chelsea, 116 W 28th St, Hyatt Place New York/Chelsea, 140 W 24th St, Holiday Inn New York City – Times Square, 585 8th Ave; Hudson Yard

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in New York; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: March 2027

    Temperature: 11–14 °C (52–57 °F) daytime highs and 3–6 °C (37–43 °F) overnight lows in New York City during the late-March/early-April show window.

    Seasonality: March–April is New York's wetter shoulder season: roughly 10–11 rain days and about 100 mm (4 in) of precipitation per month, with occasional late-season snow or freezing rain early in the run and noticeable wind chill along the Hudson.

    Packing: Late March in New York is cool, breezy and changeable: typical daytime highs of 11–14 °C (52–57 °F) and overnight lows of 3–6 °C (37–43 °F), with roughly 10–11 wet days and about 100 mm (4 in) of precipitation across the month. Expect a few cold snaps, occasional late-season snow or freezing rain ea

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Wednesday 31 March 2027 (midweek, mid-run)

    The 2027 show runs Friday 26 March to Sunday 4 April. The opening weekend and both weekends carry the heaviest consumer volume; the midweek days (Tue 30 March – Thu 1 April) have materially shorter entry, parking and ride-and-drive queues while every stand is still fully staffed. Wednesday 31 March gives you the whole floor, the best chance of uninterrupted time with OEM product staff, and easier hotel and restaurant availability.

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    Verify passport validity and US entry requirements — Confirm your passport is valid at least 6 months beyond the trip and check US visa, ESTA, or B-1 rules for your nationality before NYIAS 2027 (March 26 - April 4, 2027).

    12

    Book flights to New York — Compare fares into JFK, LGA, or EWR; the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center sits on Manhattan's West Side so plan onward transport from the airport.

    10

    Reserve a hotel near the Javits Center — Midtown Manhattan and the Hudson Yards area offer the shortest walks or subway rides to the venue for the 10-day run.

    9

    Register online for NYIAS 2027 tickets or badge — Use the official site autoshowny.com and keep the confirmation email and QR code for entry.

    7

    Download the show floor plan and programme — Map the halls and note brand debuts plus any press or industry sessions you want to attend.

    6

    Check the New York weather forecast for the show window — Late March and early April in New York can be cool and changeable; pack layers and a light rain jacket.

    5

    Pre-schedule meetings or press appointments — Contact exhibitor or media contacts early to lock in meeting times across the 10-day show.

    3

    Plan local transport to the venue — Options include the subway, taxi, or rideshare; allow extra time on busy weekend show days.

    2

    Pack essentials and confirm documents — Bring comfortable shoes, business casual attire, chargers, business cards, and printed meeting materials.

    1

    Finalise Day-1 arrival and badge collection plan — Check published show hours and arrive early to collect your badge at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    09:00–10:30

    Arrive at the Crystal Palace entrance (11th Ave & 34th St), collect badges and floor map, then head to Level 3 North for the opening passes

    Jacob K. Javits Convention Center — Crystal Palace / Level 3 North
    10:30–13:00

    Walk the mainstream OEM halls on Level 3 North & South — new-model introductions, EV/PHEV displays, ADAS and in-car technology demonstrations

    Jacob K. Javits Convention Center — Level 3
    13:00–14:00

    Lunch and informal networking at the Javits concourse food hall or the plaza food trucks

    Javits Center concourse / Hudson Yards
    14:00–17:00

    Exotics, luxury, tuner/aftermarket and ride-and-drive zones on Level 1 and the Crystal Palace area, plus press-stage and feature-vehicle walk-arounds

    Jacob K. Javits Convention Center — Level 1 / Crystal Palace

    Side trips

    2

    Hudson Yards & the High Line

     

     

     

    Central Park & Museum Mile

     

     

     

    Networking spots

    3

    Javits Center concourse and Crystal Palace B2B zones

     

    Concourse cafés and upper-level seating are the natural meeting points between floor walks; the Crystal Palace lobby fills with dealer and OEM staff during public days.

     

    Hudson Yards dining (Mercado Little Spain, The Porch at Hudson Yards)

     

    Easiest sit-down meeting option within walking distance of the venue.

     

    Hotel bars at Equinox Hotel Hudson Yards and Pendry Manhattan West

     

    Quiet, close to the venue and commonly used for after-show industry drinks.

     

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · adult single-day admission

    USD 20–28 / per person / day

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    visitor · child / senior single-day admission

    USD 10–18 / per person / day

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    visa_fee

    visitor · ESTA (Visa Waiver Program)

    USD 21 / per applicant, valid 2 years

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    visa_fee

    visitor · US B-1/B-2 visa (MRV fee)

    USD 185 / per applicant

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You need face-to-face time with OEM product, engineering or marketing teams and can make a focused 2–3 day trip.

    Best for

    Dealers, suppliers, product planners, fleets and media benchmarking new models, EV/hybrid line-ups and in-cabin technology in a single Manhattan venue

    Min. budget

    $850.00

    Timeline

    3–8 weeks (ESTA/visa plus hotel booked by mid-January for show-week rates)

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Show-week Manhattan hotel rates can double versus shoulder weeks; book early.

    Weekend public days are extremely crowded — plan weekday visits for meetings.

    exhibit

    You have a US retail/dealer channel to support or a consumer product to launch into the Northeast market.

    Best for

    Brands, dealer groups, parts/accessories, EV-charging and aftermarket suppliers targeting US consumers, dealers and media on the Javits show floor

    Min. budget

    $3,400.00

    Timeline

    4–6 months (space application and exhibitor kit are typically issued the previous summer/autumn)

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Stand build, drayage, staffing and venue labour costs sit well above the display-space fee.

    Consumer-show traffic delivers brand reach, not automatically qualified B2B leads.

    skip

    Your North American pipeline does not justify the travel this year, or a peer circuit show (Chicago, Los Angeles, Detroit) already covers your segment.

    Best for

    Teams with no Northeast US customers, dealer network or North American media plan

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    Not applicable

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

    Gallery

    Photos

    Official imagery from New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) 2027
    Official imagery from New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) 2027
    Official New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) 2027 event branding
    Official New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) 2027 event branding

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

    1
    EV
    Electric Vehicle, a type of vehicle that is powered by electricity.
    2
    SUV
    Sport Utility Vehicle, a versatile vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road use.
    3
    Hybrid
    A vehicle that uses both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor.
    4
    Concept Car
    A prototype vehicle that showcases new design and technology.
    5
    Exhibitor
    A company or individual that displays products or services at an event.
    6
    Auto Show
    An event where automobile manufacturers showcase their latest models and technologies.

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