Kennedy-King College

2026 GradFest Schedule

All GradFest events will be held at the college unless otherwise noted. Please see below for exact timing and locations.

April 27 – April 30, 2026

All students participating in the in-person ceremony must pick up their cap, gown, tassel, and tickets during GradFest.

For more information, please contact:

Pre-Grad Fest: Friday, April 24

Time Event Name Location
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Harlem Nights Event hosted by Kennedy-King SGA

Indulge in a fantastic evening at the Kennedy-King College Student Government Association Spring Formal, where elegance meets celebration. Join us for a night of music, dance, and camaraderie as we create unforgettable memories.

 U-Building, Great Hall

Monday, April 27

Time Event Name Location
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Cap and Gown Pick-Up

Graduates who are participating in the Commencement ceremony can pick up your caps, gowns, and tickets. Honors cords, veteran cords, SGA cords, and PTK stoles will be provided to eligible students. Staff will be available to answer any questions you have about the Commencement ceremony.

 W-Building, Registrar’s Office
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. University and Transfer Station W-Building, Second Floor
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Personalize Your Grad Sash

W-Building, Second Floor
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Paint the Future

W-Building, Second Floor
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Grad Arrival Lounge W274

Tuesday, April 28

Time Event Name Location
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Cap and Gown Pick-Up

Graduates who are participating in the Commencement ceremony can pick up your caps, gowns, and tickets. Honors cords, veteran cords, SGA cords, and PTK stoles will be provided to eligible students. Staff will be available to answer any questions you have about the Commencement ceremony.

 W-Building, Registrar’s Office
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. University and Transfer Station W-Building, Second Floor 
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Karaoke, Games, and Food

W-Building, Second Floor 
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Decorate Your Grad Cap

W-Building, Second Floor
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Grad Arrival Lounge

W274

Wednesday, April 29

Time Event Name Location
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Cap and Gown Pick-Up

Graduates who are participating in the commencement ceremony can pick up your caps, gowns, and tickets. Honors cords, veteran cords, SGA cords, and PTK stoles will be provided to eligible students. Staff will be available to answer any questions you have about the commencement ceremony.

 W-Building, Registrar’s Office
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. University and Transfer Station W-Building, Second Floor
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Graduation Photos 

Take professional photos in your cap and gown. You will be able to purchase the photos after graduation. 

 W-Building, Second Floor
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 

Decorate Your Grad Cap 

 W-Building, Second Floor
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Grad Arrival Lounge

W274
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Completer Luncheon

Join us at the Completer Luncheon, a special gathering to celebrate and honor those who have successfully completed their programs.

Share in the joy of accomplishment, connect with fellow completers, and enjoy a memorable luncheon as we applaud your hard work and dedication.

 U-Building, Sikia

Thursday, April 30

Time Event Name Location
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Graduation Photos

Take professional photos in your cap and gown. You will be able to purchase the photos after graduation.

 W-Building, Second Floor
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Grad Cap Decoration and Create Junk Socks

Decorate your graduation cap and a fun pair of socks to showcase your journey, achievements, and Kennedy-King pride before crossing the stage.

 W-Building, Second Floor
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Grad Arrival Lounge

Kennedy-King Alumni Swag Giveaway

 W274
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Honors Convocation

This prestigious event recognizes academic excellence and achievement in a ceremony honoring our students.

 U-Building, Great Hall