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Graduation Information

2026 Schedule

  • Dr. Kirk Lewis Career Technical High School

    Thursday, May 21, 2026 – 1:00 p.m. University of Houston – Fertitta Center

  • South Houston High School

    Thursday, May 21, 2026 – 4:00 p.m. University of Houston – Fertitta Center

  • Pasadena Memorial High School

    Thursday, May 21, 2026 – 7:00 p.m. University of Houston – Fertitta Center

  • Pasadena High School

    Friday, May 22, 2026 – 1:00 p.m. University of Houston – Fertitta Center

  • Sam Rayburn High School

    Friday, May 22, 2026 – 4:00 p.m. University of Houston – Fertitta Center

  • J. Frank Dobie High School

    Friday, May 22, 2026 – 7:00 p.m. University of Houston – Fertitta Center

Ticket Information

Digital Ticketing

Graduation tickets for Pasadena ISD will be distributed digitally to students via email from the University of Houston ticketing system, and each student will receive a link to accept and manage their tickets.

Students can then transfer tickets to family and friends electronically, who will need to accept the transfer and create an account using the same email or phone number the ticket was sent to.

Parents and guests must access their tickets on a mobile device and add them to a digital wallet (Apple or Google Wallet) for entry.

Screenshots or printed copies will not be accepted.

Ticketing Walkthroughs

Review the step-by-step guides below for important information on how graduation tickets will be delivered, accepted, and used for entry. These instructions will help both students and parents successfully access, transfer, and manage their digital tickets to ensure a smooth arrival on graduation day.

 

 

Parking Information

For Pasadena ISD Graduation 2026 at the Fertitta Center (3422 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77204), guests are encouraged to plan ahead for parking and entry. Parent and guest parking is available in the Stadium Garage or nearby Lots 16B and 16D, with parking priced at $20 (card only).

All attendees should enter the Fertitta Center through the Holman Street entrance and will exit via the Cullen Boulevard exit following the ceremony.

For student transportation, a designated bus drop-off area is located near the student entrance. After graduation, families and graduates are asked to meet along Cullen Boulevard in front of the Fertitta Center for a smooth and safe exit experience.

 

Parking Pass Pre-Sale

You may purchase your tickets ahead of time for $17 using the following links:

An aerial view map of Pasadena ISD Graduation 2026, showing the Pasadena Center and surrounding areas.

A graphic detailing the clear bag policy for Pasadena ISD graduation events at the University of Houston's Fertitta Center.

 

 

Clear Bag Policy

Pasadena ISD graduation ceremonies at the Fertitta Center will follow the University of Houston’s clear bag policy to ensure safety and faster entry for all guests. Attendees are strongly encouraged not to bring bags; however, permitted items include clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”, one-gallon clear resealable plastic bags, or a small clutch purse no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”. Backpacks, purses, and diaper bags are not allowed. All approved bags are subject to inspection, and medically necessary items will be permitted after proper screening at the entrance.

 

 

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