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Nov. 10, 2026 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fall 2026 GradFest

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Don’t Miss Out on GradFest!

GradFest is your first step to a memorable commencement experience! Purchase your regalia and other commencement items, meet with the Commencement Office and commencement vendors, attend a Graduate Info Session and participate in a contest for the opportunity to win a prize!

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Date
Nov. 10

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Time
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Location
McMahan House

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Rain or Shine
If weather requires a location change, updates will  be posted on the commencement website and sent via CSUSM email.

What to expect
  • Purchase your cap and gown
  • Pre-order your leis to pick up at commencement
  • Take your graduate portraits
  • Attend a Graduate Info Session
  • Meet with vendors and campus partners
  • Exclusive GradFest only deals

Gradfest Vendors [Coming Soon]

 

Commencement information sessions

Because CSUSM does not hold a traditional commencement rehearsal, the Commencement Office will host two live information sessions during GradFest to help graduates prepare for commencement day.

These sessions provide an overview of everything you need to know before arriving at the ceremony, including:

  • Commencement day timeline
  • Graduate check-in
  • StagePass
  • Guest tickets
  • Parking and arrival
  • Graduate processional
  • Ceremony expectations
  • Frequently asked questions
  • Important reminders

Session times

  • 11 a.m.
  • 3:30 p.m.

Seating is limited. We encourage attendees to arrive early.

Seating is limited. We encourage attendees to arrive early. Support systems and guests are welcome to attend the information sessions and are encouraged to join you to learn what to expect on commencement day.

Following each session, Commencement Office staff will remain available to answer individual questions.

Commencement vendors

Connect with representatives from a variety of commencement vendors that will be available throughout GradFest.

Vendor offerings may include:

  • Official CSUSM regalia
  • Graduation announcements
  • Class rings
  • Diploma frames
  • Cap and gown portraits
  • Floral bouquets
  • Graduation gifts
  • Alumni information
  • And more

Participating vendors coming soon

Can't attend GradFest?

If you are unable to attend GradFest, please visit the contact page of the commencement website to explore pre-order and online ordering options.

Graduates are encouraged to review the website regularly and monitor their CSUSM email for important announcements and deadlines.

If you have questions after reviewing the website, please contact the Commencement Office.