Commencement
The °µÍø½ûÇø’s 2024 Spring Commencement Ceremony will be held Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. at Folsom Field. The °µÍø½ûÇø will also host several Recognition Ceremonies throughout campus on Thursday, May 8 through Saturday May 10, 2025.
View the Spring Commencement Parking Map[1]
- There is no charge for parking on campus for commencement and recognition ceremonies.
- Increased traffic is expected on campus roadways and parking lots throughout these days.
- Campus recommends guests arrive early before the ceremony to allow adequate travel time from parking areas to the stadium. The majority of parking will be available off of Regent Drive (view the spring commencement parking map[1]).ÌýParking attendants will direct you to available lots in the area.ÌýAll campus parking lots including pay-to-park lots on campus are available at no charge for commencement and recognition ceremonies.
- Guests who need ADA Accessible parking may park in lots south of the stadium (view the spring commencement parking map[1]).; parking attendants on-site will direct guests to available lots in the area. A disability parking placard is required to park in these areas; please have your placard displayed when arriving on campus. A drop-off area for those who have difficulty walking will be at the intersection of Colorado Avenue and Folsom Street, southeast of the stadium. It is best to access the drop-off area well before the student procession reaches the stadium at approximately 8:15 a.m.
- Guests attending Recognition Ceremonies directly following the commencement ceremony are encouraged to park in areas near their ceremonies (please review the Recognition Ceremonies webpage for specific locations). Free Buff Bus service will be available to and from the commencement ceremony in Folsom Stadium.
- View the spring commencement parking map[1]
- View the CU Event Center area spring ceremonies parking map[1]
- View the Recreation Center spring ceremonies parking map[1]
- View the Macky area spring ceremonies parking map[1]
- View the University Memorial Center (UMC) area spring ceremonies parking map[1]
- View the East Campus (Discovery Drive) area spring ceremonies parking map[1]
- Guests attending Recognition Ceremonies directly following the commencement ceremony who need ADA Accessible park should park in lots 204, 380, or 440. View the Spring Commencement Parking Map[1]Ìý for the location that best suits your needs. Buff Bus shuttles will be available from these lots for patrons who may have difficulty walking to Folsom Field. Please notify parking staff upon arriving on campus if you need these accommodations. A disability parking placard is not required to park in these areas.
- Guests that are not attending Recognition Ceremonies directly following the commencement ceremony may park on East Campus off Discovery Drive and ride the Buff Bus shuttle (review route map below) to and from the main ceremony in Folsom Stadium. Please view the East Campus (Discovery Drive) area spring ceremonies parking map[1]for available parking.
Commencement Buff Bus Shuttle
Complimentary Buff Bus service will be available from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (in 15 minute intervals) to provide transportation from the public parking areas to the Stadium before the Commencement Ceremony, and from the stadium back to the parking areas after the ceremony:
- Regent Shuttle: Lot 436/Regent Parking Garage, Buffalo Walk, Technology Learning Ctr., Center for Community/Regent Hall, CU Events Center
- East Campus/Discovery Express: SEEC building, Space Science, Biotech, Buffalo Walk
View the commencement Buff Bus Shuttle routes[1]
Transportation Options
Boulder has a variety of great options for getting to and around campus for the events;Ìýhere are some tips to help you get to town and move around once you get here.
Bus/Transit
Whether you are coming to campus from out of town or in Boulder, downloadÌýÌýor RTD'sÌýÌýto see options available, including from DIA Airport.Ìý Once in town, rideÌýÌýfor access from Downtown or 29thÌýStreet Mall, and use theÌýCU Buff BusÌýfor getting around between parking lots on Main and East Campuses.Ìý
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Bike share
Ìýhas electric bike share stations on campus and around Boulder and their bikes are great for getting to and from events.ÌýÌý
E-Scooters
are a great option for getting from East Campus to Main Campus.Ìý
[1]The PDF maps linke on this page are not fully accessible for users who employ screen readers and other assistive devices. If you use assistive technology and need assistance with one of the documents, please contact Parking Services' Customer Service Specialists at (303) 735-PARK (7275).