Be certain to review information and parking details before coming to the Tempe campus for University Commencement or before attending any of the convocation/celebration events.

Desert Financial Arena:

Complimentary: (available on a first-come, first-served basis)

View the parking map for Desert Financial Arena Ceremonies (updated map added 04/30/26)

• Lot 59
• Packard Drive South Garage
• Overflow parking:  Novus Parking Structure (Requires payment upon exiting)

View the best routes for getting to Desert Financial Arena

ADA:

View the ADA Courtesy Shuttle Map for Desert Financial Arena events. (map updated 04/30/26)

Mountain America Stadium:

Complimentary: (available on a first-come, first-served basis)

View the parking map for Mountain America Stadium Ceremonies (updated map added 12/5/25)

• Lot 58
• Lot 59
• Packard Drive Structure
• Overflow parking:  Novus Parking Structure (Requires payment upon exiting)

View the best routes for getting to Mountain America Stadium

*This is a private transportation program. It is not hosted or managed by Arizona State University.

Parking will be available at the lot adjacent to the brewery or the Watermark parking garage. 
Book the Water Taxi
 

Skip the traffic and ride in style! Start with a meal at Hundred Mile Brewing and then take a quick walk over to the Tempe Town Lake Marina launch ramp where our Water Shuttle will be waiting to take you across the lake. Our shuttle offers a unique and stress-free transportation option, allowing graduates, families, and guests to arrive in style while avoiding traffic and parking hassles. Mountain America Stadium is just a short walk from the shuttle stop on the south side of the lake.

Duration: 15 min one way
Meeting point: Town Lake Marina Boat Launch Tempe, AZ US 85288
Cancellations: 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Round trip transportation between Tempe Town Lake Marina launch ramp (North side of Tempe Town Lake) and the South side of Tempe Town Lake adjacent to the State Farm building.

Monday, May 11th
Shuttle Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm & 8:45pm - 10:00pm

Tuesday, May 12th
Shuttle Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm & 8:45pm - 10:00pm

Wednesday, May 13th
Shuttle Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm & 8:45pm - 10:00pm

Thursday, May 14th
Shuttle Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm & 8:45pm - 10:00pm

Friday, May 15th
Shuttle Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm & 8:45pm - 10:00pm

Saturday, May 16th
Shuttle Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm & 8:45pm - 10:00pm

Round Trip
$10 per person
Groups
Round Trip for 4 or more: $8 per person

Student Pavilion & ASU Gammage

Complimentary: (available on a first-come, first serve)

View the parking map for Student Pavilion & ASU Gammage (updated map added 12/5/25)

• Lot 3 (Gammage Auditorium)

View the best routes for getting to ASU Gammage and Student Pavilion

Accessible Parking

Accessible parking is available at convocation venues. An accessibility placard or license plate is required to park in these areas. For more information about accessible parking, please contact  ASU Parking and Transportation Services online or at 480-965-6407.  For the Ceremonies on the Tempe Campus, click the venue where the ceremony is located and you will be provided the ADA Courtesy Shuttle Map which illustrates all the ADA parking options.

• Mountain America Stadium (updated map added 12/5/25)
• Desert Financial Arena (updated map added 12/5/25)
• Student Pavilion
• Gammage Auditorium

After the Ceremony

Be advised: Multiple convocation ceremonies and celebrations will take place May 8-16 on all campuses in addition to other events occurring in the same general areas. If you attend a convocation ceremony on the Tempe campus and plan to enjoy campus or visit the surrounding area afterward, please move your car to a location outside of Lot 59 (Desert Financial Arena) or Lot 3 (ASU Gammage Auditorium). This will allow other families and friends attending other events at these locations to find convenient parking. We encourage guests to check out the local shops and restaurants in Downtown Tempe, which have a wide variety of parking options available.

Large attendance at ceremonies in Desert Financial Arena and Mountain America Stadium will create traffic around these venues. Exiting parking lots and parking structures will be delayed. Your patience and cooperation is appreciated.