Forever Duke Kickoff
Thursday, May 7
5:00 PM
Duke Alumni Engagement and Development invites all graduating students to begin Commencement Weekend at the Forever Duke Kickoff celebration. Pick up your commencement gift and learn how to stay engaged with Duke after graduation.
More details to come.
Baccalaureate Services
Friday, May 8
1:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Duke Chapel
All graduating students and their guests are invited to attend one of two multi-faith services featuring prayer, music, and readings.
Commencement Ceremony
Sunday, May 10
9:00 AM
Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium
Join us for Duke’s university-wide celebration of the Class of 2026! Graduates are required to register their guests for tickets. Additional instructions will be provided throughout the spring.
School and Department Ceremonies & Other Events
Celebrate with classmates at events held by schools, departments and other affinity groups.
Dates and locations vary, and updates will be posted as soon as they are provided. Browse the full listing for details.