Commencement Details
Doors will open at 6pm on Thursday, June 5, 2025 for the 7pm Commencement.
There will be security measures entering the Giant Center.
There will not be a charge for parking.
There are no tickets for Commencement.
Commencement will be livestreamed here.
What is the Bag Policy?
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts reserves the right to inspect and search all items and guests entering GIANT Center. Guests should be prepared to have all hand carried items open and ready for inspection. Hand carried items include, but are not limited to bags and purses that meet the size requirements (must not exceed 5" x 8" x 1").
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts has implemented the use of magnetometers for all guests upon entry. We recommend that guests arrive at least 45 minutes prior to event start time and bring only essential items into the venue.
What kind of bag can I bring in?
GIANT Center prohibits large bags inside its venues in accordance with event guidelines and security best practices. This includes backpacks, large purses, camera bags, drawstring bags, totes and suitcases.
Hand clutches, wristlets, clear bags, fanny packs and small purses are permitted but are subject to search and must not exceed 5" x 8" x 1".
Hersheypark Entertainment Complex venues are inclusive and family-friendly, so exceptions for bags are as follows: A medical equipment bag and/or a parenting needs bag smaller than 14” x 14” x 6” and all exceptions must go through metal detection screening at entry and are subject to physical search.