Free parking is available in the Blue Lot surrounding Crisler Center (lots SC4, SC5, SC6, SC7), with entrances on Stadium Boulevard and East Keech Avenue / Greene Street.

ADA parking is available outside the Northeast entrance on a first-come, first-served basis — a state-issued disability placard is required.

Note: University parking permits are not valid for this event. Please leave bags in your vehicle as Crisler Center has a strict no-bag policy.

View parking map (PDF) →

Smart casual is a safe bet, but honestly, wear whatever makes you feel your best! It's a celebration! 🎉 Keep in mind that Crisler Center can vary in temperature depending on where you're sitting, so layers are your friend. And since it's April in Ann Arbor, a light jacket for outdoors is always a good idea.

All graduates and guests require a ticket. Children over 2 years old require their own ticket. Each ticket QR code is unique and single-use.

The following are strictly prohibited inside all U-M commencement venues:

• All bags (including backpacks and purses)
• Aerosol and spray cans
• Containers of any kind (coolers, thermoses, cups, bottles, cans, flasks)
• Animals (except service animals)
• Signs and flags with or without flagpoles
• Food of any kind
• Alcoholic beverages
• Noisemakers (whistles, air horns, vuvuzelas, etc.)
• Strollers
• Video cameras, tripods, selfie sticks, cameras with lens longer than 6 inches
• Weapons
• Cigarettes, vapes, e-cigarettes, and all smoking devices

Graduate photos, messages, videos, and a recording will be available after the ceremony at the Class of 2026 graduation website: umsi.info/graduation2026 →