2026 Commencement Ceremony
All students who are approved for Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026 graduation will be recognized in this commencement ceremony.
Ceremony Details
The 2026 ceremony will be held on May 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion in Concord, California. Graduates must arrive no later than 8:30 AM for line-up.
The ceremony is general admission and no tickets are required to attend. There is NO RESERVED SEATING at the pavilion. The pavilion has wheelchair access with limited seating for people with disabilities. Designated ASL seating will be available in section 104 for guests who require sign language interpretation. Guests should arrive early for optimal seating.
For more information about the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion, please visit their website: https://www.toyotapavilionatconcord.com/faq
Required Steps to Register for Commencement (Graduation) Ceremony
Step 1: Set up your Tassel account
Visit https://losmedanos.tassel.com to login to the Tassel Hub. If you have not logged in yet, select "Forgot Password" to create your password, or follow the link in the email invitation you received through your InSite email.
Step 2: Register for the ceremony in the Tassel Graduation Hub by April 24
After setting up your password, log into the Graduation Hub and complete the ceremony registration process. This step confirms that you plan to attend the ceremony.
Step 3: Purchase your cap and gown (regalia) by April 24
You must purchase a cap, gown, and tassel package from the LMC Bookstore by April 24, 2026 in order to participate in the Graduation Ceremony. The cost is $30.75 (plus tax) for the package.
Students with a 3.5 cumulative GPA as of Fall 2025, including transfer units, will be eligible for honors designation at graduation. The honors tassel may be purchased at the LMC Bookstore as well. The cost for honors tassel is $5.75 (plus tax), and the cost for honor cords is $15.99 (plus tax).
Graduate Transportation to the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion
Parking at the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion is free, and the venue can also be accessed by Uber or Lyft.
LMC will provide limited bus transportation for graduates who do not have their own transportation to the ceremony. This service is for graduates only and will run between the Pittsburg campus and the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion on graduation day.
Graduates who need this option may request a seat on the bus when they register to attend the 2026 Graduation Ceremony. Graduates are responsible for their own transportation to and from the LMC Pittsburg campus.
Graduates riding the bus must arrive at the Pittsburg campus no later than 7:45 AM for departure. The return bus will leave the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion at 1:00 PM.
Accommodations
Graduates who require accommodations must request them when registering to attend the 2026 Graduation Ceremony. Accommodations are for GRADUATES ONLY.
If you have any questions about available assistance, or if you did not request accommodations when you registered, but will require an accommodation, please contact Melissa Stender at (925) 473-7468 or graduation@losmedanos.edu .
All accommodation requests must be made in advance and received by April 24, 2026.
Please note that the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion has a large number of stairs.
Flowers and leis are available for pre-order!
Many more products and colors to choose from. See the full product list and pick up order form in the Bookstore. Pay at the Cashier's Office by May 11th.
Pre-orders will be available for pick-up at the graduation line-up area in the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion on Graduation Day.
Leis will also be sold inside the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion on Friday, May 22, 2026, before and during the ceremony until supplies run out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to purchase tickets?
NO, you do not need to purchase tickets for the event.
Is there a limit to how many guests I can bring?
NO, there is no limit to the number of guests you are allowed to bring, and there are no tickets needed to attend.
Is there a fee for parking?
Parking is FREE! However, we recommend arriving early to allow ample time to find a spot and walk to the venue entrance.
What should I wear under my gown?
Wear comfortable clothing. For example, dress slacks and a dress shirt/blouse or dress, and NO high heels. High heels are NOT allowed during the ceremony. If you wear them, you will be required to remove them prior the start of the ceremony.
Can I bring my purse with me?
You may bring a clear plastic bag, no larger than 12" x 12' x 6", or small wristlet or hand held wallet, no larger than 6" x 9".
Please review the Concord Pavilion policies for more information: https://www.toyotapavilionatconcord.com/faq
Can I bring my children to the graduation ceremony?
Children are welcome to attend in the audience seating area with an adult. No children are permitted to be seated with the graduates.
Are there disability accommodations available for graduates?
YES. Requests for disability accommodations for graduating students must be made in advance. Requests must be made when you confirm your attendance in April.
How do I get to the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion?
If you are driving, you can find directions and parking map on the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion website: https://www.toyotapavilionatconcord.com/visit. The venue can also be accessed by Uber/Lyft.
LMC is providing free bus transportation for GRADUATES ONLY to/from the Pittsburg campus to Concord (Toyota) Pavilion on Graduation Day. You can request a seat on the bus when you register. Students must arrive at the Pittsburg campus no later than 7:45am to depart to the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion. The bus will leave the Concord (Toyota) Pavilion at 1:00pm to return to the Pittsburg campus.
Congratulations on reaching the important milestone of graduation!