Celebrate Commencement with ACC
At commencement, ACC celebrates its graduates’ hard work, dedication, and sacrifice. The College is proud to recognize student achievement with graduates and their families.
The event honors graduates of ACC’s college-credit programs, as well as students who complete a GED®. ACC hosts commencement ceremonies in May and December. The college also certifies graduates in August.
Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Times: 3 pm and 7 pm. Graduates will select their preferred ceremony time during RSVP. Our high school students will be assigned a ceremony time, which is provided in the RSVP.
Where: HEB Cedar Park Center, 2100 Avenue of the Stars | Cedar Park, Texas 78613
Directions & Parking
Important: You must be an approved graduation candidate to participate in commencement.
Info for Parents and Families
- Confirm your graduate’s ceremony time. There are two ceremonies, 3 pm and 7 pm.
- Parking is free; however, try to arrive no earlier than 1 hour before the ceremony start time.
- Expect higher traffic before the 7 p.m. ceremony.
Graduation Stories from the ACC Newsroom
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This spring, more than 3,700 Riverbat students are invited to participate in the Austin Community 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. One of those students is Jasmine … Continue reading →
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This spring, more than 3,700 Riverbat students are invited to participate in the Austin Community 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. One of those students is 34-year-old … Continue reading →
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Graduation season is here, and Austin Community College District (ACC) is celebrating the achievements of students across Central Texas. The College celebrated more than 800 high school seniors, who are already ahead of the curve, … Continue reading →
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From ACC to Texas State: 2026 Grad Klarissa R. Turns Determination into a Bats to Cats Success StoryFor Klarissa Robledo, college wasn’t just about earning a degree—it was about proving to herself that she could keep going, even when everything felt overwhelming. Now 22, the journalism graduate began her journey at Austin … Continue reading →
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Miliana Bazan’s journey at Austin Community College District (ACC) is proof that finding your path doesn’t always happen right away. Now 20, Miliana will graduate with an Associate of Arts in Radio, Television, and Film. … Continue reading →
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On Thursday, May 14, Luz Gonzales will join more than 3,700 graduates at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park. The milestone reflects not just academic achievement but a powerful journey of growth, leadership, and belonging. … Continue reading →
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Elisha Mac Gregor came to ACC searching for a place to rebuild. What she found was a community. In turn, she helped build one for others. “I chose ACC because I was looking for a … Continue reading →
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Austin Community College District (ACC) is set to celebrate a record-breaking class at its Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 14. More than 3,700 graduates are invited to participate this spring—an 12% increase from … Continue reading →