Graduation Ceremony

Date: Commencement is Thursday, May 28th, 2026

Time: 7:00 p.m., Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Location: Jack H. Miller Auditorium, downtown Holland on the corner of 10th and Columbia on the Hope College campus

Tickets: No tickets are needed. Seating is first come, first served.

People per Graduate: There isn't a limit on people per student, in general, the place is usually pretty full by 6:45 p.m. 

Parking: Parking availability is subject to change and can be challenging. Usually 8th street by the post office is a good option. If you arrive super early, there is parking immediately behind the auditorium (at least there has been in the past). 

Rehearsal: Graduates will rehearse at the same location, starting at 1:00 p.m. Students should arrive around 12:50 p.m. Cap and gown not needed for rehearsal.

Rehearsal is mandatory for graduation.

Looking forward to celebrating the class of 2026!