Q: What is the BIG Show?
A: The Keystone BIG Shows are the BIGGEST, WHOLESALE ONLY, Specialty Auto Parts Trade Show, outside of SEMA. It has been organized by Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. since 2000. The shows are open exclusively to current or prospective Keystone Automotive customers and vendors. It is a great place to learn about vendors and products when you do not want to or cannot attend industry shows such as SEMA or PRI.
Q: Why should I attend? How does my business benefit by attending a Big Show?
A: The BIG shows offer much more than just the hottest new products and applications for the new selling season.
Take advantage of:
- Excellent opportunities to interact with the exhibiting manufacturers
- Business development and product education seminars to improve your business
- Networking with key people at Keystone and in the industry
- Learning about the Keystone marketing programs, designed to help your business grow
- Deep buying opportunities
- Cash giveaways and MUCH, MUCH MORE!!
Besides, the BIG Shows are a slice of the SEMA show in Las Vegas. If you can't make it to the SEMA Show, then you can't miss the BIG Shows. These very same manufacturers will be exhibiting the newest and hottest products for the coming year at the BIG Shows.
Q: Who should attend?
A: This show is NOT open to the public. It is an invite-only event open only to current or prospective Keystone Automotive customers and vendors. Keystone customers should bring employees that interact with consumers concerning the type of products sold by Keystone.
Q: I’m not a customer. Can I still attend?
A: If you have a business that will qualify for an account and would like to attend the show, click here. Qualifications can be found on this page as well.
Q: Is the show open to public?
A: This show is NOT open to the public. It is an invite-only event open only to current or prospective Keystone Automotive customers and vendors.
Q: How do I register?
A: If you have a business that will qualify for an account or have an account and would like to attend the show, click the Attendee tab for more information. Or call 1-800-432-8063 in the US or 1-800-257-7190 extension 6634 in Canada.
Q: Is there a fee to register?
A: Registration is FREE, but you must be an active Keystone customer. Contact your salesperson and register today or call 1-800-432-8063 in the US or 1-800-257-7190 extension 6634 in Canada to find out more!
Q: What if I need to change my registration?
A: Not a problem. Just contact your salesperson, and he or she can make the changes over the phone.
Q: When and where is the BIG Show being held in 2011?
A: The BIG Shows will be held at Secaucus, NJ on February 26-27, 2011, and Dallas, TX on March 19, 2011.
For details check- Northeast BIG Show for the New Jersey Show and
Midwest BIG Show for the Dallas Show.
Q: How do I get to the Big Show?
A: Check for directions under the Northeast Show for the New Jersey Show and Midwest Show for the Dallas show. You can also contact your Keystone Sales Associate for more information.
Q: Where do I stay?
A: If you are a registered attendee, please call your sales representative at Keystone or check the suggested accommodation under Northeast Show
for the New Jersey show and Midwest Show for the Dallas show.
Q: Which vendors do I get to see?
A: Check out our Exhibiting Vendors for a list of attending vendors.
Q: Will there be seminars or product training?
A: Yes. Please check the Northeast Show for New Jersey Show and Midwest Show for the Dallas show. You will find a complete list of seminars and training, and we will continually update this as they are added.
Q: Which events are being held at the BIG Show?
A: Please check the Northeast Show for New Jersey Show and Midwest Show for the Dallas show. You will find a complete list of events being held, and we will continually update this as they are added.
Q: How many people can I bring? Can I bring children?
A: There is no limit to the number of people you can bring. While children are not prohibited, the BIG Shows are an adult-oriented, interactive business environment. Also, we do not have any play areas or children-friendly events.
Q: Can I go to both the shows?
A: Please call your sales representative at Keystone for more information.
Q: Is the show handicap accessible?
A: Yes. Ramps and, if necessary, wheelchairs are available.
Q: Are there shuttles from the airport to the hotels and show?
A: Yes. Please check the Northeast Show for New Jersey Show and Midwest Show for the Dallas show. You will find a complete list of shuttles.
Q: What transportation is available?
A: Please check the Northeast Show for New Jersey Show and Midwest Show for the Dallas show. You will find a complete list of transportation.
Q: Will there be food?
A: Yes, free lunch on the day(s) of the Show and hand passed Hors d'oeuvres at the Customer Appreciation Reception on Saturday evening.
Q: Where do I find driving directions?
A: Please check the Northeast Show for New Jersey Show and Midwest Show for the Dallas show. You will find directions and addresses to navigate to the shows.
Q: Do I need to bring anything?
A: Please bring your business cards for networking.
Also, it might be useful to get a bag to carry catalogs and other freebies. Backpacks or small suitcases with rollers could be found useful as well.
Northeast Big Show
March 3, 2012
- The Atlantic City Convention Center
- Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Midwest Big Show
March 17, 2012
- Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
- Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
2012 Show News Coming Soon
TESTIMONIALS
"We had been there in 2007. We are going again to see what new stuff we can offer to our customers."
Melissa Hopkins
AMERITINT & GRAPHIC DESIGNS, INC., KY
“I go to the BIG Shows for many reasons – network, new products, deals. I take my employees to meet and know the people I do business with. We work together to improve business issues.”
Raymond Neill
FEDERAL MUFLER, CANADA
“I have been going to BIG Shows to check out new products and buying deals. I have signed some good deals in the past and hope to do so again.”
Mikhail Kirichansky
MAGIC INT'L TRADING CORP, NY
"I have never been to a BIG Show before, but I am going to the Midwest Show this year. I am keen to see what’s new around performance, accessories, etc. This should be interesting for business."
Kevin Smith
MID CITIES MUFFLER, TX



