Frequently Asked Questions

Only clear bags are allowed inside the Tacoma Dome to expedite entry and reduce touch points for security staff and guests. They will examine all bags, graduates and staff included.

• Bags may only be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC, sized 12"x6"x12" or smaller
• Small clutch purses are okay if sized 4.5"x6.5" or smaller
• One gallon plastic storage bags are okay
• Tacoma Dome clear bags are available for purchase on-site and at Stocklist Goods 

Read more about the Tacoma Dome's bag policy on their website.

No helium filled balloons, air horns, liquid string in aerosol cans, purses, or backpacks are permitted inside the Dome. 

Guests may arrive up to 45 minutes prior to the start of the ceremony. Entrance is by ticket only. 

ADA-accessible seating will be available. People with disabilities will be able to sit with the group their graduate invited.

Parking costs $15.00 per vehicle, the fee is set and collected by the City of Tacoma. We ask that families carpool to the event to ensure there’s enough space for everyone in the parking lot. Graduates and attendees can park in lots A, F, G, C, and the LeMay Car Museum lot. 

Parking lots D, E, and K are for attendees with disabilities and are van accessible. Vehicles utilizing accessible parking lots must display appropriate placard, tabs, or license plates. All Tacoma Dome lots are wheelchair accessible.

TACOMA DOME PARKING MAP

There is more than one way to get to graduation! The Tacoma Dome is served by bus and light rail service. Check out the public transportation options below. 

By bus: The Tacoma Dome Station is served by Pierce Transit, Sound Transit and Intercity Transit. 

By rail: The Tacoma Link Light Rail provides transportation to and from Tacoma Dome Station. 

TACOMA LINK ROUTE AND SCHEDULES

Watch Graduation Live Stream

For those who need closed captions, you can watch the Livestream on our district YouTube, and on our website for all other events. For local friends and family without internet service, ceremonies will be broadcast on KTPS TV Comcast Channel 26 or Click/Rainier Connect Channel 25.

Graduations will be broadcast on the Tacoma Public Schools Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/tacomaschools/. Remember to click "Like" and "Follow" on our Facebook page to receive notifications on your phone when the graduation starts.

View and download free photos from the TPS Facebook page or purchase photos from Leo's Photography using the order code Gra220719.

Each graduate walking in the graduation ceremony will need a cap and gown. 

Search for your school's name on the Jostens website to order. Check with your school for details on when and where you can pick-up your order. 

At the graduation ceremony, you will receive a diploma cover, but it will not have the diploma in it. You must have returned your TPS laptop and have no outstanding fines to receive your diploma. You can pick your diploma up at the PDC, or request that we mail it to you.