Graduation

Welcome to our webpage dedicated to celebrating the monumental milestone of high school graduation! 🎓

High school graduation is a momentous occasion in the lives of young adults, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. It's a time to reflect on the years of hard work, growth, and achievement, and to look forward to the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.

We understand that planning for this significant event can be both exciting and overwhelming. That's why we've created this page to provide you with all the essential information you need to make your graduation day as smooth and memorable as possible.

Graduation Schedule

First things first, let's talk about the when. Graduation is typically held the last week of school. No tickets are required. Graduations are held at the Colonial Life Arena. Doors will open one hour before the start of commencement. Traffic will be HEAVY. Please time your arrival to allow for parking, walking to the venue, meeting up with family and friends and getting settled into your seats.

Location

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May 19 2025

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8:00 AM

Colonial Life Arena 801 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC 29201

Plan your trip

Colonial Life Arena Clear bag policy & prohibited items

While bags are not encouraged, the following outlines the bags that are permitted:

Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags that do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" -- A logo no larger than 4.5" x 3.4" can be displayed on one side of a permissible clear bag.
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" -- approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap
Medically necessary items (after proper inspection and tagging)

Prohibited items include:

noisemakers of any kind
balloons
flowers

Clear bag policy & banned items details

Parking

We understand that parking can be a bit of a puzzle, especially when large crowds gather for such an important occasion. We've got you covered with all the parking details you need, including maps, parking lot locations, and any special instructions to ensure that your arrival and departure from the venue are as hassle-free as possible.

Most of the parking options for the arena are paid lots operated by USC, the City of Columbia and businesses in downtown Columbia.

Parking Information