Seating Information

Students entering the Quadrangle for Commencement



Event Locations & Seating

Ivy Day and Commencement will be held outside on the Quadrangle except in the case of inclement weather. The signal that Ivy Day or Commencement will be held indoors at the Track and Tennis Facility will be the ringing of the college bells at 8 a.m.; the doors of the ITT will also open at that time. Ceremonies will be streamed live to Facebook. No account is required to watch. For further information, contact smithevents@smith.edu.

If Commencement is Held Outdoors on the Quad

  • Tickets are not required.
  • The Quad accommodates up to 7,200 guests.
  • Guests are welcome to arrive starting at 8 a.m. to secure seating.
  • Seats may not be saved; items left on chairs to reserve them will be removed.
  • If the Northampton Fire Department determines the Quad has reached its capacity, they have the obligation to close the space to ensure the safety of our guests.

If the Ceremony is Held Indoors in the ITT Due to Inclement Weather

  • Tickets are not required. 
  • Guests are welcome to arrive starting at 8 a.m. to secure seating.
  • Seats may not be saved; items left on chairs to reserve them will be removed.
  • If the Northampton Fire Department determines the ITT has reached its capacity, they have the obligation to close the space to ensure the safety of our guests.

If Commencement is Held Outdoors on the Quad

  • Tickets are not required.
  • The Quad accommodates up to 7,200 guests.
  • Guests are welcome to arrive starting at 8 a.m. to secure seating.
  • Seats may not be saved; items left on chairs to reserve them will be removed.
  • If the Northampton Fire Department determines the Quad has reached its capacity, they have the obligation to close the space to ensure the safety of our guests. 

If the Ceremony is Held Indoors in the ITT Due to Inclement Weather

  • Tickets are not required. 
  • Guests are welcome to arrive starting at 8 a.m. to secure seating.
  • Seats may not be saved; items left on chairs to reserve them will be removed.
  • If the Northampton Fire Department determines the Quad has reached its capacity, they have the obligation to close the space to ensure the safety of our guests.