Hampshire College Commencement 2026 | Hampshire College

Hampshire College Commencement 2026 | Hampshire College
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Hampshire College Commencement 2026
Saturday, May 16, 2026
We will honor and celebrate the accomplishments of the amazing Hampshire graduates from winter 2025 and spring 2026. We look forward to having families and friends on campus to cheer them on!
The event is open to the public, and everyone is welcome to commemorate this milestone with us. Please plan to arrive early, as there is no reserved seating.
Livestream and Video
Commencement will be livestreamed on
, where a full video will be posted after the event.
Div III Showcase
See the schedule (TBD)
Div III Gallery Show
Each year, artists in their final semester at Hampshire experiment with form and conceptual propositions in a series of small group exhibitions. In April and May of 2026, the Hampshire College Art Gallery will present a series of exhibitions.
Preparing for Commencement
For Graduates
The commencement ceremony is about celebrating you. Take an active role and make it as successful as you are.
For Families
From seating to accessibility to parking, find out everything your need to know for your grad's upcoming celebration!
Schedule of Events
There will be a variety of special events to celebrate graduates and their families, including the Div III showcase, gallery exhibit, and a community reception. Find out all the details!
Campus Map
Where to Stay
Plan Your Visit
Find directions, maps, and other useful information to help you plan your trip to Hampshire! In addition to campus resources, the town of Amherst and the city of Northampton are bustling with excellent restaurants, accommodations, cafés, pubs, and coffee shops.
Commencement Poster 2026
This year's student-designed commencement poster was made by Pete Peters 22F.
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Photographs and Video
Find the professional photographs of graduates receiving their diplomas on Commencement day, as well as links to view the ceremony online.
Photographs and Video
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