Commencement Weekend will be held on May 22-24, 2026.
Plans for Commencement Weekend are for families and guests to attend two celebratory events: one of the university ceremonies at the stadium on Saturday and a college/school or department ceremony during the weekend.
2026 Weekend Schedule
The daily schedules below list all events that are planned for the weekend. Overall, the weekend events are completed by 1:00pm Sunday, but personal schedules will vary based on college events.
Friday is generally a travel day, when many families arrive in town. However, many Colleges and/or Departments have events planned for Friday. Please review the college event section when making your travel plans.
PhD Recognition Ceremony Ceremony for all PhD candidates, Barton Hall, 6:00pm-8:00pm.…more
Concert is held in Bailey Hall by the renowned Cornell Choirs, 8:00-9:45pm. Concert information, price, and link to purchase tickets will posted at Cornell Tickets in late spring. Direct specific questions about the concert to chorus@cornell.edu
Saturday is graduation day! University Commencement Ceremonies are held at 10 am and 2:30 pm in Schoellkopf Stadium for all degree candidates. The procession and ceremony will be livestreamed for both events. A number of colleges and departments have events planned for Saturday as well. Please review this section for details.
College Events Check the college event schedule to see what college or department events are held on Sunday morning.
