{"id":248,"date":"2025-11-20T04:30:22","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T04:30:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.dev.www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/?page_id=248"},"modified":"2026-09-03T17:42:19","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T17:42:19","slug":"tickets","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/ceremonies\/tickets\/","title":{"rendered":"Tickets"},"content":{"rendered":"\n    <div  class=\"purdue-home-diagonal-hero has-black-background minheight-500\">\n        <div class=\"section has-padding-top-large has-padding-bottom-large\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-home-diagonal-hero__content\">\n                \n                                                        <h1 class=\"second-level-page-heading purdue-home-diagonal-hero__header\">Tickets<\/h1>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"purdue-home-diagonal-hero__subtext\">\n\n                        \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get ready to celebrate! Purdue University&#8217;s commencement ceremonies are ticketed events to ensure every graduate has the opportunity to be celebrated. Secure tickets for guests, review Purdue&#8217;s ticket policy and discover available options to ensure everyone can be a part of this moment.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"image\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Graduates and their families watching graduation inside Elliott Hall of Music\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/2024_KAL_1913_CEREMONIES_tickets_1920.jpg\"\/>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-full-tablet page-layout-main is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Important Reminders<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-home-callout\"><div class='callout-wrapper'><\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tickets are free&nbsp;and issued electronically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selling or reproducing tickets violates university policy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Every guest must have a ticket to enter the ceremony.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduates do not need a ticket.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Livestream access is available for anyone unable to attend in person.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section has-gold-background \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-full-tablet page-layout-main is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guest Tickets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each candidate&nbsp;planning to&nbsp;participate&nbsp;in commencement is guaranteed up to four guest tickets at no charge.&nbsp;All guests, including children, must have a ticket to enter the venue \u2014 this ensures compliance with fire safety codes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key details:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tickets are free and not for sale.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduates don\u2019t need a ticket.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spring commencement:<\/strong> Additional tickets cannot be granted due to venue capacity limits.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Winter and summer commencement:<\/strong> Depending on anticipated attendance, the option to request additional tickets may be available, as communicated by the Office of the Registrar. Requested amounts are not guaranteed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tickets are sent to your @purdue.edu email during the week of the ceremony.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Purdue uses mobile ticketing. Each ticket is unique and traceable. They may not be sold, transferred for profit or copied.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any attempt to sell or duplicate tickets will be reported to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities and may result in disciplinary action, including the reallocation of tickets.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-full-tablet page-layout-main is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requesting Tickets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To request your tickets:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit your <a href=\"https:\/\/mypurdue.purdue.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">myPurdue<\/a> portal.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the Commencement Task List once it becomes available (review <a href=\"\/commencement\/graduates\/your-commencement-timeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Your Commencement Timeline<\/a> for key dates).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indicate how many guest tickets you are requesting \u2014 up to four.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch your @purdue.edu inbox the week of your ceremony for an email from Ticketmaster with a link to download your tickets.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section has-gold-background \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-full-tablet page-layout-main is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessibility and Special Seating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A limited number of accessible seats are available in Mackey Arena on platforms in Sections 1, 3, 6, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16 and 18 on a first-come, first-served basis. Companion seats are available in each section. All guests in each accessible section, including companions, must have a standard ticket from the graduate&#8217;s allotment. Those with specific access needs or concerns about the commencement venue are encouraged to <a href=\"mailto:commencement@purdue.edu\">contact us by email<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-full-tablet page-layout-main is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Livestream and Overflow Seating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if your guests can\u2019t participate in person, they can still be part of the celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Livestream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All commencement ceremonies will be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLOtjn5o8ZlbMoy7PWaTSF51JYdDN0nyAw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">livestreamed on YouTube<\/a>. Each division will have a unique video.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overflow Seating (Spring Ceremonies Only)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For guests without tickets to spring commencement ceremonies, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Fowler+Hall\/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xbd858336aad76996?sa=X&amp;ved=1t:2428&amp;ictx=111\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eliza Fowler Hall<\/a> in Stewart Center will offer a livestream viewing area on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section has-gold-background \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-full-tablet page-layout-main is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ticket Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you or your guests have difficulty accessing tickets, please contact the Athletics Ticketing Office<strong> <\/strong>for assistance at <a href=\"tel:765-494-3194\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">765-494-3194<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":965,"parent":12,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-248","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/248","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=248"}],"version-history":[{"count":28,"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/248\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2636,"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/248\/revisions\/2636"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/12"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/965"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=248"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}