Graduates

• Graduates should arrive by 8:00 am and enter The Lyric from the Maryland Avenue entrance (follow directional signage).
• Please see below for parking information.
• Masks are optional.

Graduate Guests

• All guests must present a ticket to enter The Lyric.
• Guests must enter The Lyric main entrance on West Mount Royal Avenue beginning at 9:00 am and be seated by 9:30 am.
• Metal detectors will be present at entrances.
• No admittance will be permitted during Processional.
• Please see below for parking information.
• Photos may not be taken from the aisles during the ceremony.
• Masks are optional.

Platform & Special Guests (by invitation only)

• Guests must enter The Lyric Box Office entrance on West Mount Royal Avenue.
• Look for directional signage marked VIP Entrance.
• Please see below for parking information.
• Masks are optional.

Faculty

• Faculty must enter the Lyric Box Office entrance on West Mount Royal Avenue.
• Look for directional signage marked Faculty Entrance.
• Please see below for parking information.
• Masks are optional.

The Lyric’s official garage is Fitzgerald Garage on Oliver Street (between Mt. Royal Avenue and Maryland Avenue at 80 West Oliver Street, Baltimore, MD 21201). The garage is a block north of The Lyric and is privately owned. Additional parking garages are located nearby. Parking costs are the responsibility of students and guests.

• Students should refrain from wearing high-heeled shoes due to the length of time you may be on your feet during the ceremony.
• Students should not bring large bags or purses to The Lyric as there is no secure storage in the student robing area.  
• The Lyric concession stands will not be open during the Commencement Ceremony.
• Masks are optional at The Lyric.
• Guests will not be admitted to the auditorium during the procession.
• The backstage assembly area is for graduates only.
• Remain seated & keep the aisles clear during the procession and ceremony.
• Photos may not be taken from the aisles during the ceremony.
• Prohibited items include:
  
  
• Smoking or vaping on the premises
• Food, alcohol, or controlled substances
• Animals, with the exception of service animals
• Balloons
• Noisemakers, speakers, or amplification devices
• Weapons
  
  

Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) makes every effort to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Students and/or guests who need special accommodations should contact the campus Disability Support Services Center at 410-462-8585 or DSSC@bccc.edu within 14 working days prior to attending a scheduled event.

Please email classof2023@bccc.edu with additional questions.