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Trade Show

SEPTEMBER 18-19, 2026

ALLEN, TX

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Please Plan to Join Us

September 18, 2026 - Saturday, September 19, 2026

The Texas Auto Body Trade Show is an annual two-day trade event hosted by the Auto Body Association of Texas (ABAT), strategically crafted to foster the success of all levels of the automotive repair industry across Texas and the Southwest region.

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Exhibit Hall Hours

Friday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Seminar Hours

Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Seminars & Events

The Texas Auto Body Trade Show is well known for it's top-notch educational seminars!

Educational Seminars

Show attendees are invited to attend seminar offerings for $49 each, OR for just $299 go to as many sessions as you'd like with Full Weekend Access! This Year we have special certifications available for an additional cost. 

Bring the Whole shop for training, certifications and education!

Car Show

Come Check Out Some of the Hottest Rides in DFW!
Car Show

Show off your Skillz

BIG SHOT COMPETITION FOR PAINTERS, ESTIMATORS AND BODY TECHS
Thousand of dollars in prizes, tools and photo on the cover of Texas Automotive Magazine.
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Ladies Mixer
Golf Tournament

Join us September 17th at The Golf Club at Twin Creeks in Allen, TX for a morning of golf, alumni reconnection, and industry networking!

Proudly hosted in partnership with Kaizen Glass and aligned with the 2026 Texas Auto Body Trade Show to continue our tradition of bringing the FUN to the show!

Hotels

The Exhibit hall and Hotel are located under one roof! The Mariott Watters Creek Hotel and Convention Center is offering discounted rates for the 2025 Texas Auto Body Trade Show.

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