Venue Information
A security check will be conducted for all guests and graduates entering the arena.
UCF Commencement takes place at the Addition Financial Arena (12777 Gemini Blvd N., Orlando FL, 32816) on the main campus. Tickets for adults, children and infants are required for admittance to the Addition Financial Arena. Once admitted, guests are not permitted to exit and re-enter, they’re not allowed access to the graduate line up, processional and seating areas.
While most guest seating is general admission, some seating is reserved for platform party guests and doctoral families. Early arrivals will have the best choice of seating. Doors open for guests 60 minutes prior to each ceremony. Guests interested in sitting together should arrive early together.
The Addition Financial Arena does not allow backpacks of any kind or bags larger than 12’’ x 6’’ x 12’’ inside the arena. Guests who bring backpacks or large bags will be asked to return them to their car before entering the building. Plan to arrive approximately one hour prior to the ceremony. Travel to the Addition Financial Arena may take longer than expected, and guests should anticipate long lines and wait times.
Everyone is prohibited from bringing the following items into the Addition Financial Arena: balloons, bottles, cans, containers, glass vases, alcoholic beverages, noisemakers, air horns, laser pens, silly string, confetti, flags, banners, signs or posters. Review the full list of prohibited items here.
Guests should be made aware that the temperature inside the Addition Financial Arena is much cooler than outside, and they should plan to bring a jacket or sweater.
First aid is available on the main concourse level of the Addition Financial Arena. Paramedics will be available onsite throughout each ceremony. Lost and Found is located at the Addition Financial Arena Guest Relations office on the main concourse. Baby strollers are NOT permitted in seating areas but can be checked at the Addition Financial Arena’s main lobby prior to the ceremony.
Guests can purchase graduation day flower bouquets and leis at the Addition Financial Arena the day of commencement. Guests can also pre-order flower items online prior to the day of commencement at a discount price. Orders can be picked up at the Addition Financial Arena before and during each ceremony, but they are only permitted to be given to graduates after the ceremony. Vases are not permitted inside the Addition Financial Arena.
Directions and Parking
UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus.
Addition Financial Arena12777 Gemini Blvd N.
Orlando FL, 32816
407-823-3070
Parking
Free parking is available in the parking garages surrounding the Addition Financial Arena. Graduates and guests may park in Garage D and Garage H. Mobility impaired individuals may be dropped off in front of the Addition Financial Arena prior to parking.
The map provides locations for general parking and parking for mobility impaired guests.
Accessibility Needs
Guests with Hearing Impairments
An American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter will be provided at the commencement ceremony for guests with hearing impairments. Closed captioning is also provided on large screens near the commencement stage. Assistive listening system receivers are available at Guest Relations, located on the main concourse level. Personal identification must be submitted and will be held until the receiver is returned. Seating near the interpreter is available to guests with hearing impairments. Guests with questions should contact the Addition Financial Arena at 407-823-3070.
Guests with Mobility Impairments
Guests should use the main entrance of the Addition Financial Arena. An elevator is located on the west side, to the left upon entering the main door of the lobby, to access seating areas. Posted signs and university staff will direct the guest and one companion to an accessible seating section in the Addition Financial Arena. Guests will have to check their walking assistive device if they choose to sit in the regular bowl seating area and not the accessible seating section. Guests with questions should contact the Addition Financial Arena at 407-823-3070.
Guests with Vision Impairments
Posted signs and university staff will direct the guest and one companion to an accessible seating section in the Addition Financial Arena. Guests with questions should contact the Addition Financial Arena at 407-823-3070.
Accessible Parking & Access to the Arena
Guests may park in Garage D and Garage H. Accessible parking is available in parking Garage D and F. Those with state disability parking permits may park in either Garage D or F. Garage D offers accessible parking on the ground floor, while Garage F includes an elevator and accessible access on all floors.
Mobility impaired individuals may be dropped off in front of the Addition Financial Arena prior to parking. Guests with questions should contact the Addition Financial Arena at 407-823-3070. Further information is also available via https://www.additionfiarena.com/faqs
Hotel Accommodations
A variety of hotel accommodations are available near UCF. Reservations must be made directly with the hotel. Contact the hotels directly to inquire about any discounts or special rates for guests attending the UCF Commencement.
