Going to the show?
Automotive News’ quick guide on where to go and what to do
Jan. 23-26, New Orleans
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
The expo layout
Walking the show floor can be daunting. To make things easier, NADA offers an exhibitors map of the convention center.
3 days of speakers
Here are the main stage speakers at the show.
Friday
8:45 a.m.
Ryan Leak
Bestselling author and executive coach
Friday
9 a.m.
Gary Gilchrist
NADA chairman
Saturday
8:45 a.m.
Frank Caliendo
Comedian, actor and impressionist
Saturday
9 a.m.
Tom Castriota
NADA vice chairman
Sunday
8:45 a.m.
Mike Krzyzewski (Coach K)
Head men's basketball coach, Duke University (1980-2022)
NADA Show schedule
Thursday
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
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Best Practices at NADA New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District | Canceled. New date TBD |
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J.D. Power Auto Summit 2025 Sheraton New Orleans | Begins at 10 a.m. - condensed schedule |
| Women Driving Auto Retail* | Canceled |
| NADA Show orientation | Canceled |
| Concurrent workshops, Spotlight Series and Exchange Sessions | Rescheduled |
| Concurrent workshops, Spotlight Series and Exchange Sessions | Rescheduled |
| Super Session | Rescheduled |
| Concurrent workshops, Spotlight Series and Exchange Sessions | Rescheduled |
| Dealer franchise meetings | Rescheduled |
| Welcome Reception: NADA Fest | 7-10 p.m. |
Friday
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
|
AutoTeam America Buy-Sell Summit and Dealer/CEO/CFO Forum InterContinental New Orleans, LaSalle Ballroom | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Exchange Sessions | 9-9:45 a.m. |
| Main stage, featuring Ryan Leak | 8:45-10 a.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.) |
| Expo open | 12 p.m.-6 p.m. |
| Concurrent workshops, Spotlight Series and Exchange Sessions | 12:30-1:15 p.m. |
| Dealer franchise meetings | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Concurrent workshops, and Exchange Sessions | 3:30-4:15 p.m. |
| NADA Academy Alumni and NextGen Reception (by invitation only) | 6:30-8:30 p.m. |
Saturday
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Expo open | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Main stage, featuring Frank Caliendo | 8:45-10:30 a.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.) |
| Exchange Sessions | 9-9:45 a.m. |
| Concurrent workshops, Spotlight Series and Exchange Sessions | 12:30-1:15 p.m. |
| Dealer franchise meetings | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Concurrent workshops, and Exchange Sessions | 3:30-4:15 p.m. |
Sunday
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Expo open | 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. |
| Main stage, featuring Mike Krzyzewski (Coach K) | 8:45-10 a.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.) |
| Exchange Sessions | 9-9:45 a.m. |
| Concurrent workshops, and Exchange Sessions | 10:30-11:15 a.m. |
| Dealer franchise meetings | 10:30-11:45 a.m. |
| Super Session | Noon-1:30 p.m. |
| Show closes | 1:30 p.m. |
*Optional ticketed event
Dealer franchise meetings
Where auto brand executives meet with their dealers
Friday
| Room | Time | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick-GMC | The Great Hall | 3-5:30 p.m. |
| Cadillac | The Great Hall | 3-5:30 p.m. |
| Chevrolet | The Great Hall | 3-5:30 p.m. |
| Ford Motor Co. (car) | New Orleans Theater | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Ford U300 | New Orleans Theater | 3-5 p.m. |
| Infiniti | Room 277 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Kia | Room 262 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Mercedes-Benz | Room 273 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Volkswagen | La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom C | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Volvo | Room 278 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
Saturday
| Room | Time | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi | Room 278 | 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
| Acura** | Room 273 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| BMW | Room 277 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Honda** | Room 273 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Hyundai | Room 265 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Lexus* | La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom C | 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
| Lincoln | New Orleans Theater | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Mazda | Room 277 | 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
| Mini | Room 277 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Nissan | La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom C | 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
| Stellantis | La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom C | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Subaru | Room 262 | 3-4:15 p.m. |
| Toyota* | La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom C | 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
Sunday
| Room | Time | |
|---|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo | Room 277 | 10:30-11:45 a.m. |
| Genesis | Room 273 | 10:30-11:45 a.m. |
| Ineos Grenadier | Room 278 | 10:30-11:45 a.m. |
| Mitsubishi | Room 262 | 10:30-11:45 a.m. |
*Lexus in conjunction with Toyota, **Acura in conjunction with Honda
Hospitality events
Most parties are by invitation only. Please check with the host before attending.
Thursday
| Host | Time |
|---|---|
|
Night Out in NOLA The Eliza Jane Hotel, 315 Magazine St. | 4:30-6:30 p.m. |
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Bourbon & Beats Bourbon Heat, 711 Bourbon St. | 5-7 p.m. |
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Bank of America's Women's Dinner During NADA 2025 Arnaud’s restaurant, 813 Rue Bienville | 6-8:30 p.m. |
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NADA Fest Welcome Reception The Great Hall, New Orleans Convention Center | 7-10 p.m. |
Friday
| Host | Time |
|---|---|
|
800% Elite Automotive Club Breakfast Luzianne Cafe, 481 Girod St. | 7-9 a.m. |
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Auto Industry Update Breakfast Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Canal St. French Quarter, 1300 Canal St. | 8-9:30 a.m. |
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AutoTech Investments NADA 2025 Breakfast New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District, 859 Convention Center Blvd. | 8-10 a.m. |
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Breakfast & Lunch New Orleans Style! Food trucks next to Mississippi River Heritage Park, 1021 Convention Center Blvd. | 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. |
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Data and Drinks Clarivoy Booth #8045, 900 Convention Center Blvd. | 2-5 p.m. |
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VIP Party Pat O'Brien's, 718 St. Peter | 3-6 p.m. |
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Nights of NOLA Afterparty Mardi Gras World, 1380 Port of New Orleans Place | 5-11 p.m. |
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AutoFi Client Appreciation Party Preservation Hall, 726 St. Peter | 5-7 p.m. |
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Allstate Dealer Services Cocktail Napoleon House, 500 Chartres St. | 5-7 p.m. |
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Northwood Alumni and Friends Reception Hilton New Orleans Riverside - St. James Ballroom, 2 Poydras St. | 5-7 p.m. |
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Scala: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity Desi Vega's Prime Lounge, 628 St. Charles Ave. | 5:30-7 p.m. |
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Stellantis Dealer Reception Sheraton New Orleans, Ballroom C, 500 Canal St. | 5:30-7:30 p.m. |
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Connect With Connexion Cafe Negril, 606 Frenchmen St. | 6-8 p.m. |
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Dealers United VIP Lounge on Bourbon Street Royal Sonesta Hotel, 300 Bourbon St. | 6 p.m.-12 a.m. |
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2025 Dealer Appreciation Reception Arnaud’s, 813 Bienville St. | 6-9 p.m. |
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General Motors & GM Financial Dealer Reception Generations Hall, 310 Andrew Higgins Blvd. | 6-9 p.m. |
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VADA/MADA/WANADA Reception @ NADA 2025 Hilton New Orleans Riverside, 2 Poydras St. | 6-9 p.m. |
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2025 CNCDA Welcome Party Le Méridien New Orleans, 333 Poydras St. | 6-8 p.m. |
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Car-Di Gras with Dealerwing Galatoire’s 33 Bar & Steak, 215 Bourbon St. | 6-10 p.m. |
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VW and VWFS NADA Reception Marché New Orleans, 914 N. Peters St. | 6:30-9:30 p.m. |
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CDK Women Retail NADA Reception King Brasserie + Bar, 521 Tchoupitoulas St. | 7-9:30 p.m. |
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Bourbon Street Happy Hour with Podium Prohibition, 333 Bourbon St. | 8-11 p.m. |
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Ideas Drive Blake Shelton Concert Second Line Stages, 800 Richard St. | 8:30-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday
| Host | Time |
|---|---|
|
Northwood Dealer Education Awards Breakfast Hilton New Orleans Riverside - St. James Ballroom, 2 Poydras St. | 6:45-8 a.m. |
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Auto Industry Update Breakfast Saturday Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Canal St. French Quarter, 1300 Canal St. | 8-9:30 a.m. |
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SCADA Cocktails & Conversation at the NADA Show The Ritz-Carlton, 921 Canal St. | 5-7 p.m. |
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Dealers United VIP Lounge on Bourbon Street Royal Sonesta Hotel, 300 Bourbon St. | 6 p.m.-12 a.m. |
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Digital Air Strike Speakeasy Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way | 7-10 p.m. |
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Appreciation Party featuring Trace Adkins Generations Hall, 310 Andrew Higgins Blvd. | 7-10 p.m. |
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Voodoo Stomp Howlin' Wolf, 907 S. Peters St. | 8 p.m.-1 a.m. |
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Third Eye Blind Concert at Dave Cantin Group Party The Misi, 600 Decatur St., Ste. 305 | 8-11 p.m. |
Sunday
| Host | Time |
|---|---|
|
Incoming Chairman's Reception Honoring Tom Castriota The National WWII Museum, 945 Magazine St. | 6-9 p.m. |
