LA Auto Show Postponed Until May 2021

LOS ANGELES, CA — The LA Auto Show, normally held annually in the fall at the Los Angeles Convention Center, will move six months into the spring of 2021, it was announced Thursday.

The show, which has been debuting cutting-edge cars since 1907, was originally planned for Nov. 20-29 but postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The public show has been rescheduled for May 21-31. Press days, also known as AutoMobility LA, have been rescheduled from Nov. 18-19 to May 19-20.

“In keeping with its long-standing reputation as a premier global automotive event, attendees can expect to see the newest and hottest vehicles as well as experience engaging interactive exhibits, test drives and outdoor activations,” the LA Auto Show said in a statement. “While continuing to create a memorable and fun experience, the well-being of attendees and overall community remains the top priority of show organizers.”

"We are appreciative for the continued support from the LA Convention Center, the City of Los Angeles and all of our automotive partners," said Lisa Kaz, CEO of the LA Auto Show. "Memorial Day weekend is a fantastic time for enhanced outdoor activations and product debuts. The LA weather creates exciting new opportunities for a spring show."

The new show dates will provide a much-needed boost to local dealerships at a critical time, according to David Ellis, president of the Greater Los Angeles New Car Dealers Association.

"We are extremely excited for the May dates of the LA Auto Show," he said. "The Memorial Day holiday is always an important time for our dealerships. We eagerly anticipate the excitement the show creates amongst consumers, who look forward to experiencing the newest vehicles live and in-person."

— City News Service contributed to this report.