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Commencement / Graduation Parking

UT Knoxville Commencement website with more information click here

Special note for Fall 2023 Commencement

A partial closure of Phillip Fulmer Way, including the intersection with Peyton Manning, for continued renovation of Neyland Stadium. Click here for a map of the closure.

FREE parking is available for all graduates and their guests in student parking areas. (These are marked with N for residential students and C for Commuter students). Please do not park in S for Staff areas.

Specific times for Fall 2023 Commencement Ceremonies

LIMITED MOBILITY / ACCESSIBLE PARKING

We have set up the C6 (Commuter) area for accessible and limited mobility parking for Commencement. Once guests have parked, they can then proceed across the ramp to Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center.

Image of Commencement Parking for limited mobility and accessible

 

Clear Bag policy in effect

The Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center reminds guests of the large-event security protocol that will be enforced at ceremonies. Guests may enter the arena with one clear plastic bag no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches.

The only other items ALLOWED in the arena:

  • Small clutch purses no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches
  • Mobile phones
  • Binoculars, cameras, and video cameras (without cases)
  • Diapers and non-medically necessary items for babies and young children (must be carried in a clear bag)
  • Medically necessary items that must be carried in a specific bag, sized proportionately to its contents.
  • Umbrella strollers

The following items are PROHIBITED inside the arena:

  • Non-clear bags of any size
  • Diaper bags
  • Backpacks (of any size)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Cans, bottles, coolers
  • Outside food, snacks, beverages
  • Open umbrellas
  • Selfie sticks
  • Unmanned aircraft
  • Large bags or parcels, including backpacks and purses
  • Weapons, including pocket knives
  • Hoverboards, Electric Scooters, Segways
  • Artificial noisemakers
  • Large travel strollers

Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited at all times.