Commencement

Sunday, May 24, 2026 | Neal S. Blaisdell Arena (mandatory)

2 p.m. — Seniors report to Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Kīhei tying will take place in the Exhibition Hall (haumāna & KS kumu/staff only)

3 p.m. — Arena doors open

Per NBC policy, all bags will be checked upon entry. Please review the enclosed NBC guidelines for more information. Mahalo for your cooperation and understanding.

4 p.m. — Commencement ceremony begins

Seniors must arrive dressed in special events attire (please see enclosed for more information). Parents, please ensure your child eats a hearty lunch and is well hydrated prior to their call time at 2:00 p.m.

At Kamehameha Schools, Commencement ceremonies are conducted with dignity and pride. They exemplify our Hawaiian ancestral value of pono — to be correct and proper. In keeping with this tradition, we ask you to remind your graduate, as well as your family and friends, about appropriate behavior and demeanor during commencement exercises. We believe that catcalling, loud cheering, yelling, and signs detract from the recognition of each student being honored on stage. We ask your support in maintaining the dignity of the ceremonies.

Please respect the importance of this occasion by cooperating with the school and the Neal S. Blaisdell Center guidelines. For the safety and security of all guests and graduates, please follow the instructions of school personnel, NBC staff, KSK security and HPD before, during and after commencement.

Remain seated throughout the ceremony. Please refrain from approaching the stage or graduates at any time. Professional photos will be taken of each graduate by Ace Portrait Studio Inc. during the ceremony and will be available for purchase.

We are enclosing 12 tickets for the Commencement Ceremony. Each graduate will receive four (4) Arena Floor tickets and eight (8) general admission tickets for upper-level seating. Seating is first come, first served. There are no extra tickets and students are encouraged to check with one another if any additional tickets are available. Commencement Ceremony tickets are required for guests to attend the Commencement Ceremony in the Blaisdell Arena. Tickets will be torn in half at the door and ushers will return one half to the guest for re-entry.

Tickets for lei greeting are not needed for entry into the lei greeting areas.

Livestream: Commencement will be livestreamed here.

IMPORTANT Neal S. Blaisdell Center Management Reminders:

Please drive carefully and observe traffic regulations in the Blaisdell parking lot.
Tailgating is not permitted before or after the event.
No outside food and beverages- including water bottles.
Bag checks will be conducted upon entry into our event.
lease refer to the enclosed guidelines from the Neal S. Blaisdell Center Commencement Guidelines
Storing signage or balloons of any sort in the Exhibition Hall prior to or during the ceremony is prohibited and will be removed.