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Demo Days Tour
People flew across the country for this last year. In 2026, we're probably already in your backyard.

Launched!
Los Angeles
@ Rose Bowl Stadium

Launched!
San Francisco
@ Alameda Point

Oct 10-11

Nov 7-8

Dec 12-13
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demo Days Festival?
Demo Days Festival is North America's largest outdoor demo festival and an all-day event in major US cities where you can drive cars, ride motorcycles, try e-bikes, experience robotics, autonomous driving, and emerging mobility technology, and take your kids to one of the most entertaining zones they've ever been in. Every demo is included with admission. No appointments. No upcharges. No surprises.
Is Demo Days only for electric vehicles?
Not even close. Demo Days is open to every type of vehicle and every powertrain: gas, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric. Cars, trucks, motorcycles, e-bikes, UTVs, and more. Electrify Expo is a dedicated premium zone inside Demo Days for hybrid and EV shoppers who want that focused experience, but the broader festival covers everything.
Can I actually drive the vehicles at Demo Days?
Yes. That is the entire point. Demo Days features outdoor drive courses for cars and trucks, real open streets for motorcycles, dedicated loops for e-bikes and e-scooters, and dirt tracks for trucks, UTVs, and off-road vehicles. A valid driver's license is required for Auto Alley car and truck demos.
Can I bring my dog or pet to Demo Days Festival?
No. Pets are not permitted at the event. Only properly trained and credentialed service animals are allowed in accordance with ADA guidelines.
Can I bring my own e-bike or scooter?
Personal rideables are not allowed inside the event grounds. Complimentary valet parking for e-bikes, scooters, and similar is available at the entrance.
What is Electrify Expo?
Electrify Expo is North America's largest electric vehicle festival, built by the same team behind Demo Days. It now operates as a dedicated premium zone inside Demo Days, focused specifically on the electric experience with curated demo courses and expert programming. If you're actively shopping an EV or hybrid, Electrify Expo inside Demo Days is where you want to spend time.
Do I need a driver's license to attend Demo Days?
A valid driver's license is required for Auto Alley car and truck demos. A motorcycle license is required for motorcycle street rides. No license is needed for the E-Motorcycle Trials Course, e-bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards, UTVs on the Adventure Track, or anything in the Kids Zone.
What brands exhibit at Demo Days Festival?
Demo Days features the world's top automotive, motorcycle, e-bike, and mobility brands, with the confirmed lineup varying by city. Each city's event page is updated regularly as brands are added.
What are the hours for Demo Days Festival?
The festival runs from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day, Saturday and Sunday. All attendees enter starting at 10:00 AM. Arriving early is a good idea to get first access to demo experiences.
How much are Demo Days tickets?
General Admission starts at $24.99 including applicable fees. Kids 5 and under are free with a ticketed adult.
The Power Pack is $59.99 and includes a dedicated Power Pack entry lane, Dash Pass priority lane access at participating automotive brands (one use per brand), and VIP Lounge access with a complimentary snack pack, shaded seating, and private restrooms. Power Pack is for attendees 18 and up. Children 12 and under with a valid General Admission ticket may access the VIP Lounge and priority lanes when accompanied by a Power Pack holder. Children 5 and under are free with a ticketed adult.
Priority lane access applies to automotive brands only and does not extend to e-bike, scooter, or off-road experiences. Not all automotive brands participate at every event.
Family 4-Pack is available at a discounted rate.
What is included with a Demo Days ticket?
Everything on the grounds. Unlimited Auto Alley car and truck rides and drives. All e-bike, e-scooter, and e-skateboard demo courses. Motorcycle street demos (valid motorcycle license required) and E-Motorcycle Trials Course (no license required). Terrain Park off-road demos and Adventure Track UTV rides. Robotics Showcase, Aerial Mobility Showcase, and Hands-Free Zone autonomous driving. Kids Zone. Showoff custom vehicle gathering. Outdoor Rec Zone. Solar + Energy Zone. Electrify Expo hybrid and EV experience. EV Reality Check stage powered by GreenCars. Live music and food trucks.
The only upgrade available is the Power Pack, which includes a dedicated Power Pack entry lane, Dash Pass priority lane access at participating automotive brands (one use per brand, automotive only), and VIP Lounge access. Power Pack is for attendees 18 and up.
How long do people typically spend at Demo Days?
The average Demo Days attendee stays over 3 hours. Most people stay the full day. The festival covers over 1.5 million square feet with more demos than you can realistically fit into a single day. Our advice: arrive at gate open, hit the most popular demos with the shortest morning lines first, and pace yourself.
Is Demo Days Festival good for kids and families?
The Kids Zone is consistently one of the most popular areas at every Demo Days event. It features electric go-karts, balance bikes, crazy carts, and hoverboards, all supervised and safe. New for 2026: Kids' Cybertruck Drag Racing. Children 5 and under get in free with a ticketed adult. A Family 4-Pack ticket option is available.
Can I upgrade from General Admission to a Power Pack?
Upgrades are available onsite at the ticketing booth on the day of the event, based on availability. Power Pack passes can sell out before or during the event, so we recommend arriving early if you're interested.
The Power Pack includes a dedicated Power Pack entry lane, Dash Pass priority lane access at participating automotive brands (one use per brand, automotive only), and VIP Lounge access with a complimentary snack pack, shaded seating, and private restrooms. Power Pack is for attendees 18 and up. Children 12 and under with a valid General Admission ticket may access the VIP Lounge and priority lanes when accompanied by a Power Pack holder. Children 5 and under are free with a ticketed adult.
Upgrades cannot be processed online after your General Admission ticket has been purchased.
What is the EV Reality Check at Demo Days?
EV Reality Check is a live expert stage powered by GreenCars that runs all day, both days, at every Demo Days event. Sessions cover charging infrastructure, winter driving range, towing capability, total cost of ownership versus gas, and federal and state tax credit eligibility, with real experts answering real questions. No sales script, no pressure. Complete the GreenCars Matchmaker on-site and get priority lane access to demos from participating brands.
What should I bring to Demo Days?
Your driver’s license (required for car and motorcycle demos). Motorcycle demos require a helmet and motorcycle license. Comfortable shoes (the festival is large and you will walk). Non-Aerosol Sunscreen. A light bag that clears security quickly. If you plan to buy food on-site, bring a card or digital wallet. No cash accepted. If you are planning to try e-bikes, scooters, or other micro-mobility demos, feel free to bring your own helmet for comfort, though safety gear is available on-site.
Is Demo Days an outdoor event?
Entirely. Demo Days does not do convention centers. The outdoor format is what makes real demo courses possible: real streets for motorcycles, real dirt for off-road courses, real scale for flying car displays.
What happens at Demo Days if it rains?
Demo Days does not cancel for weather. Some individual demo experiences may pause briefly in extreme conditions, but the festival runs. Dress for the forecast and come ready for a full day.
How is Demo Days different from a traditional auto show?
At a traditional auto show, you walk convention center floors and sit in stationary vehicles behind barriers. At Demo Days, you drive them on outdoor courses. Beyond vehicles, Demo Days includes motorcycles, e-bikes, off-road tracks, UTVs, robotics, flying cars, autonomous driving experiences, live music, food trucks, and a full Kids Zone. Traditional auto show attendance has been declining for years. Demo Days is growing because it gives people something auto shows fundamentally cannot: the experience of actually using the product.
Where can I test drive cars near me in 2026?
Demo Days Festival tours 6 major US cities in 2026: Los Angeles, California on June 27-28; San Francisco, California on August 22-23; Atlanta, Georgia on October 10-11; Dallas, Texas on November 7-8; and San Diego, California on December 12-13. Every event runs Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM to 5 PM. General Admission from $24.99.
What is the Terrain Park at Demo Days?
The Terrain Park is an outdoor off-road demo course new for 2026, designed specifically for trucks, SUVs, and crossovers to demonstrate real off-road capability. Attendees ride along on a 3-4 minute course through hill climbs, articulation mounds, side tilts, and rugged switchbacks. Included with every ticket.
What is the Adventure Track at Demo Days?
The Adventure Track is a new-for-2026 dirt course built for UTVs and side-by-sides, featuring hairpin turns, steep climbs, and uneven terrain that gives you a real feel for what these vehicles were built to handle. Family-friendly. No off-road experience required. Included with every ticket.
The Adventure Track also includes electric dirt bike experiences for experienced riders only. Riders participating in dirt bike demos must bring their own helmet and protective safety gear to participate.
Do I need off-road experience to participate in the Adventure Track?
Most Adventure Track experiences are beginner-friendly and designed for first-time riders and families. However, electric dirt bike demos are reserved for experienced riders only and require riders to bring their own helmet and protective gear.
Is safety gear provided for the Adventure Track?
Safety requirements vary by vehicle type. For UTV and side-by-side demos, required safety equipment is typically provided onsite. For electric dirt bike demos, riders must bring their own helmet and protective safety gear.
Are kids allowed on the Adventure Track?
Many Adventure Track experiences are family-friendly, though age and height requirements may vary depending on the manufacturer and vehicle type. Electric dirt bike demos are intended for experienced riders only.
What is the Hands-Free Zone at Demo Days?
The Hands-Free Zone is a closed-loop autonomous driving experience where the vehicle navigates independently through lane markings, intersections, and staged scenarios, without a human touching the wheel. Attendees sit in the driver's seat and experience the technology firsthand. New for 2026. Included with every ticket.
What is Showoff at Demo Days Festival?
Showoff is the custom vehicle and car culture zone at Demo Days Festival, running at all 6 tour stops in 2026. It brings together the best custom builds in the country alongside Demo Days attendees, with 16 awards across 12 trophy categories. New for 2026, Showoff has expanded beyond electric vehicles and conversions to every make, model, era, and build style. Hot rods, lowriders, exotics, JDM, lifted trucks, off-road builds, motorcycles — if you've put work into it, it belongs here.
How do I enter my car or bike in Showoff?
Registration starts at $35.00 and includes two General Admission passes to Demo Days. You get dedicated display space alongside the best custom builds in the country, access to compete across 16 awards in 12 categories, a $50 goodie bag with car care products, and full festival access for the weekend. Car and bike registrations are both available. Register at demodaysfestival.com/products/showoff.
What vehicle categories are eligible for Showoff?
Showoff is open to every style, era, and build type. Current categories include: EV and Hybrid builds, Conversions (EV and gas, including LS swaps and engine swaps), Old School, Hot Rod and Street Rod, Lowrider, Euro, Asian and JDM and Kei Cars, Domestics, Exotics and Hypercars, Mini Trucks and Lifted Trucks, Off-Road and Overlanding and King of the Hammers builds, Performance Vehicles, Drag Cars and Drift Cars, and Motorcycle, Bikes, Scooters, and 2-wheel and 4-wheel builds. If you've been working on it, there's a category for it.
What awards are given at Showoff?
Showoff hands out 16 trophies across 12 categories at every Demo Days event. Trophy categories include Best of Show, Best Kicks, Best Coupe, Best Sedan, Best Truck and SUV, Best Wheel and Tire Package, Best Paint and Wrap, Best Interior, Best Stance, Best Conversion, Best Domestic, Best Euro, Best Asian, Best EV and Hybrid, Best 2 Wheel (bikes, motorcycles, and more), and Best Crew. Every trophy is judged in front of the largest custom vehicle crowd in the country.
Is Showoff included with a Demo Days Festival ticket?
Access to the Showoff display zone is included with every Demo Days General Admission ticket. You don't need to register a build to walk through and see the cars. If you want to display your own build and compete for awards, registration is $54.88 and includes two GA passes to the full festival.
Is there a custom car show near me in 2026?
Showoff runs at every Demo Days city in 2026: Los Angeles on June 27-28 at the Rose Bowl Stadium, San Francisco on August 22-23 at Alameda Point, Atlanta on October 10-11 at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Dallas on November 7-8 at Texas Motor Speedway, and San Diego on December 12-13. Every event is two days, 10 AM to 5 PM. Build registration includes two GA tickets. General admission from $24.99.
Can I enter a motorcycle or 2-wheel build in Showoff?
Yes. Showoff has a dedicated Best 2 Wheel trophy category for motorcycles, bikes, scooters, and other 2-wheel and 4-wheel builds. A separate Bike Registration option is available at demodaysfestival.com/products/showoff. Registration starts at $35.00 and includes two General Admission passes to Demo Days.
What makes Showoff different from a regular car show?
A regular car show is a standalone event. Showoff runs inside Demo Days Festival, which means your build is in front of attendees who are also test driving cars, riding motorcycles, trying e-bikes, watching FMX riders, and spending a full day on the grounds. It's a broader, more engaged crowd than a traditional car show attracts. Sixteen awards across 12 categories with judging happening live at the event. Registration includes two GA passes, a $50 goodie bag, and full festival access all weekend.
Are aftermarket builds and modified vehicles welcome at Showoff?
That's exactly who Showoff is built for. Mods, wraps, slammed builds, lifted builds, wide body, EV conversions, custom interiors, full restorations — all welcome. The aftermarket community is a core part of what Showoff is. If you've been building it, don't leave it in the garage.
Can non-automotive brands exhibit at Demo Days Festival?
Yes. Demo Days is an outdoor consumer festival, not an auto show. Solar, energy, tech, robotics, food, and lifestyle brands all activate at Demo Days alongside vehicle manufacturers.
Are ticket purchases refundable?
All sales are final. Tickets, vehicle registrations, upgrades, and add-ons are non-refundable.
Please review your selected city, date, and ticket type carefully before completing your purchase.
Tickets may be transferable to another guest unless otherwise stated, but unauthorized ticket resale is prohibited.
In the rare event of an official event postponement or schedule change initiated by the organizer, ticket holders will receive direct communication with updated information and any applicable options.
Where is Demo Days San Diego located?
We're working through a scheduling detail on our San Diego venue and will have a confirmed location posted soon. Check back at demodaysfestival.com or sign up for updates to be notified the moment details are live.
