Austin event guide
UT Austin Graduation Weekend
Bring the whole family for UT Austin's university-wide commencement at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium. A home near campus keeps grandparents comfortable and gives everyone a place to celebrate after the ceremony.
By Cameron HergetEvent dates checked against the official source
- 3 days
- Families of 6–16
- Sat, May 8, 2027
Where to stay for graduation
All Austin staysSuggested plan, day by day
These are suggestions, not a package. AvantStay doesn’t book, sell, or arrange any of these activities. Check hours, tickets, and reservations directly with each place.
Day 1 · Fri: Campus & a celebration dinner
Show the family around, then dinner.
Museum · Late afternoon
UT's art museum, including Ellsworth Kelly's Austin chapel.
Photo: Stevensaylor, CC BY-SA 4.0
Restaurant · Dinner
Oysters and a celebration dinner in Clarksville. Book early.
Day 2 · Sat: Commencement
Breakfast, the ceremony, then celebrate at home.
Restaurant · Breakfast
Pancakes and an easy menu near campus, good for big tables.
Event · Ceremony
Check the university's schedule for gates, seating and accessibility.
Dinner · Evening
Celebration dinner at the house
Optional extra: AvantStay concierge can book a private chef so the whole family can celebrate together.
Day 3 · Sun: Lake day
A slow Sunday on the water.
Outdoors · Morning
A spring-fed pool at 68°F all year.
Restaurant · Lunch
Tex-Mex on a deck over Lake Austin.
Outdoors · Sunset
The classic view over Lake Austin, a short climb up.
Good to know
Getting in
Fly into Austin-Bergstrom (AUS). Arrive a day early to miss the event-day rush.
Book early
Homes, hotels and restaurants near campus fill quickly for commencement weekend.
Accessibility
Confirm accessible seating and drop-off with the university in advance.
Optional extras
Through AvantStay concierge you can add fridge stocking or a private chef for the group, booked and paid separately.
Frequently asked questions
Close to campus. The picks above are AvantStay's closest group stays to DKR Stadium, each sleeping 8 or more.
Saturday, May 8, 2027, per the university's academic calendar.
Yes. Set the guest count to your whole family, and the list shows only stays that sleep everyone. Many have room to celebrate at home after the ceremony.
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