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Chevrolet celebrates the debut of the 2014 Corvette with a projection of the cross flags in the heart of the Motor City, Thursday, January 10, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The Corvette will be unveiled Sunday, on the eve of the North American International Auto Show. (Photo by Steve Fecht for Chevrolet)

DETROIT, MI - The 2013 North American International Auto Show opens to the public on Saturday, Jan. 19. Here's the basics on attending the show:

Dates and Times

Saturday, January 19 to Saturday, January 26, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. (no admittance after 9 p.m.)

Sunday, January 27, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (no admittance after 6 p.m.)

Early access for handicapped individuals at 8 a.m. Enter at the Oakland Hall Entrance.

Parking

Parking is available in the following lots:

1. Joe Louis Arena

900 West Jefferson

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Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

2. Cobo Roof Deck

625 West Congress

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Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

3. Millennium Garage

432 West Congress

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Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Handicap Parking

The first option would be the Cobo Hall Garage, however, take note that spaces are extremely limited and will go quickly. The next alternative is parking on the Cobo Roof Deck. Walking a short distance, the Millennium Garage is the third option. If all lots are full or if special parking assistance is required, contact (248) 643-2450.

Parking prices

Parking rates start at $15 for garages near Cobo Hall. Some street parking is available and the Detroit People Mover is the most affordable option.

Detroit People Mover

A convenient method of rail transportation in the downtown Detroit area, Detroit People Mover stops are usually a short walk from most parking lots and Cobo Center/NAIAS 2013 is one of the stops on its route. The cost is 75 cents per person.

Click here to view the Detroit People Mover schedule, route and riding fare.

Travel Directions

For directions to Cobo Hall, home to NAIAS, visit travel directions on the NAIAS website.

Ticket Prices

• Adults: $12 per person

• E-Tickets: $12 per person

• Seniors: $6 (65 and older)

• Children: $6 (7-12 years old; 6 and under free with a parent or guardian)



Ticket Purchasing Options

eTickets

• Print voucher to redeem tickets at the eTicket window, located outside the Oakland Hall entrance.

• The Ticket window is open 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., January 19 - 26 and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., January 27.

• Each order must be picked up in its entirety.

• A photo ID is required to pick up tickets.



Group Tickets

• Discounted rate of $8 per ticket is available for groups of 30 or more. Pickup is located at the window outside the Oakland Hall entrance.

• American Express, Visa, Mastercard and business checks accepted. Personal checks and cash not accepted.

• A photo ID is required to pick-up tickets.

• Children 6 and under are free when accompanied by a parent or guardian and do not require a ticket.

• There is no group discount for senior tickets.

• Tickets are non-refundable.



Purchase Tickets at the Door

• Tickets may be purchased the day of the show at ticket booths located in the Cobo Center concourse (cash only).

• There will be a number of ticket kiosks set up in the concourse for credit card purchasing.

• Children 6 and under are free when accompanied by a parent or guardian and do not require a ticket.



Contact the Ticketing Office at:

1900 West Big Beaver Road Suite 100

Troy, MI 48084

Phone: 248.283.5173

Fax: 248.283.5172

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.



Cobo Hospitality Scooter Rentals

Cobo Center provides motorized scooters on a first-come, first-served basis for people with disabilities. Advance reservations are accepted by Cobo Hospitality at (313) 877-8290. Each scooter is $25 per day and limited to a 4-hour period per use at Cobo Center during show hours. Valid driver's license and signed rental agreement required with each reservation. Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover and cash payments accepted.

Food

Concessions are available inside Cobo Hall offering a range of sandwiches, snacks, drinks and coffee. A number of restaurants and bars are within walking distance of the auto show.

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