• Tuesday, June 11 @ 2:00pm - George Mason University Eagle Bank Arena
  • 1:00 pm Arrival for Seniors
• Arena and event protocols
  • Arena opens at 1:00pm for families and spectators
  • Seating in the arena is not assigned. Make sure to only take the space in the stands that is needed for your family so that everyone can enjoy the ceremony comfortably.
  • All families are asked to ensure that all spectators can see and hear during the ceremony. Signs, balloons, noisemakers, and other items that block the view or prevent others from hearing the ceremony will be removed.

Graduation Ticketing Information - NO Tickets Required

• Seating is first come, first served
• Reserved sections for PTSA raffle winners will be clearly marked 

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation Needs

• Requests due by May 26
• Please use this REQUEST FORM if you or someone in your group requires ASL interpretation

Day of Event Parking - On GMU Campus 

• Parking on GMU campus is first come, first served
  • When attempting to park on campus the morning of graduation, please follow directions of GMU Safety and Security team members

Rideshare Drop Off Spot

• Once at GMU, follow signs for rideshare dropoff location 

EAGLEBANK ARENA SECURITY POLICY & ENTRY INSPECTIONS

• All guests and their belongings are subject to search prior to entry
• Staff will visually conduct bag and metal detection inspections to detect prohibited items to ensure the safety of all guests
• Any guest who declines to be searched or is in possession of prohibited items may be denied entry
• EagleBank Arena also recommends the following tips to help expedite entry into the venue:
• Guests are encouraged to arrive early
• Please follow staff directions of our event staff on which items need to be removed or divested prior to passing through magnetometers
• Guest who have health conditions which prohibit them from passing through magnetometers may flag an event supervisor for a manual screening

EagleBank Arena is encouraging guests to not bring a bag, in order to help enhance the contactless experience. If you require a bag for your personal belongings, EagleBank Arena has adopted a clear bag policy and must adhere to the following:

• Clear Bag:
  • Bag must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with no obscured inside pockets
  • Bag must not exceed 12”x12”x6”
  • Bag may be 1-gallon plastic zip lock style bag
• Clutch Style Bag or Purse:
  • Non-clear clutch style bag or purse must not exceed 5”x7”
• Small Medical and/or Parenting Bags
  • Will be permitted on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to increased security screening.

Prohibited items at EagleBank Arena include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Weapons (guns, knives, chains, spiked bracelets, brass knuckles, tasers, mace/pepper spray)
• Balloons
• Fireworks
• Cans, bottles, or coolers
• Glass or ceramic containers of any kind
• Outside food and beverages
• Metal or glass reusable water bottles
• Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
• Laser pointers/pens
• Monopods, tripods, selfie sticks or poles
• Noisemakers such as air horns, sirens, kazoos, whistles, drums, etc.
• Animals (Except service animals. Emotional support animals will not be permitted entry.)
• Luggage
• Silly string
• Wrapped gifts or packages
• Non-collapsible umbrellas
• Drones
• Skateboards, Rollerblades, and Hoverboards
• Un-approved pamphlets, handouts, ads, etc.

Unless otherwise specified by EagleBank Arena Management, guests are welcome to bring small signs, posters, and flags for events. Large banners are not permitted. The following guidelines apply:

• Sign, banner, poster or flag may not exceed 18”x18”
• Item must be related to the event
• Item may not be attached to a stick/pole
• Item may not obstruct any sponsor/building signage
• Item may not be attached, hung, taped, or draped over any part of the building
• Item may not contain or display obscene/offensive language and/or pictures, as determined by EagleBank Arena Management
• Item may not be constructed or displayed in a manner that may obstruct the view of other guests, interrupt the experience of other guests, or create a safety hazard
• Signs must be constructed of paper, fabric, or poster board materials
• Signs may NOT be constructed of or contain plastic, wood, metal, glass, or any material that can be used as a weapon
• Item may not be commercial or political in nature