Tickets and Admission

Guests can enter Gentile Arena one hour before the ceremony start time, unless otherwise noted. All individuals need a ticket to be admitted to the Commencement ceremonies. Children under the age of four (4) do not require a ticket if they will be sitting in an adult's lap. Children four (4) and older are required to have a ticket for entry.

Small bags and purses are permitted inside Gentile Arena. All bags are subject to search upon entry.

Non-flash, still cameras may be used to take pictures as long as it does not interfere with other guests view. Any tripod or other photography equipment may not be used or placed in any area of the building without approval from the Office of Commencement. Selfie sticks are not allowed inside the arena. No video recording devices, audio recorders or cameras with detachable lenses are allowed. 

Please visit the information desk located inside the Damen Student Center to inquire about lost items during the event. Contact the nearest Guest Services staff member if further assistance is needed. After an event, please call Loyola Campus Safety (773) 508-7233 to inquire about lost items.

Please visit the plan your visit page for more information.

The following items are not permitted inside Gentile Arena:

• Aerosol Cans
• Alcohol
• Animals with the exception of disability service animals
• Artificial Noisemakers
• Balloons
• Fireworks
• Food/Beverages
• Hoverboards or Skateboards
• Laser Pointers
• Oversized Bags or Coolers
• Strollers (please note umbrella strollers are acceptable)
• Unauthorized Banners, Signs, or Flags
• Weapons of Any Kind
• Any other item deemed hazardous by game management

Guests are not permitted to leave and re-enter the venue. Please note the Hall of Fame Atrium on the south side of Gentile Arena, where the Hall of Fame and restrooms are located is considered inside the venue.

Commencement Week seating at Gentile Arena is general admission seating. Accessible seating is available and individuals are welcome to arrive 90 minutes prior to the ceremony start time where staff will assist with directing guests to seats.

Lost, forgotten, stolen, laundered, or mutilated tickets reserved through the Loyola Commencement Office may be replaced only by the person who originally reserved the tickets.