Lodging and Eateries
We hope that you, your friends, and your family are able to enjoy everything that Gainesville has to offer on your special day! Be sure to make hotel and eatery reservations well in advance, as most places do reach capacity in the weeks leading up to this weekend.
Spring 2026 Schedule
Doctoral Commencement:
- Thursday, April 30
- 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m
- Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center.
Visit website
University-wide Commencement
- Friday, May 1
- 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Visit website
Liberal Arts and Sciences Student Recognition Ceremony:
- Saturday, May 2:
- Ceremony 1:
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. - Ceremony 2:
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. - Ceremony 3:
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- Ceremony 1:
- Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center.
Visit website