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FAMU Commencement: Schedule and Alfred Lawson Gym

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FAMU's own Spring 2027 academic calendar confirms Commencement runs April 30-May 1, 2027, with degrees conferred May 1.

What’s confirmed

FAMU’s own official Spring 2027 academic calendar confirms Commencement runs April 30-May 1, 2027, with degrees conferred May 1, at the Alfred Lawson Multi-Purpose Teaching Gym.

A shared Tallahassee weekend

This project’s already-verified Florida State research confirms both universities’ commencement weekends have historically fallen the same early-May weekend, compressing the same citywide hotel market — real, shared pressure rather than two separate, smaller events.

Where this fits with your hotel plan

See where to stay for the confirmed Tallahassee sellout evidence, or sold out, now what for Thomasville and Valdosta, GA.

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Frequently asked questions

What days is FAMU's 2027 Commencement?

April 30-May 1, 2027, with degrees conferred May 1 — confirmed directly on FAMU's own official Spring 2027 academic calendar. Check with your specific college or school for the exact day and time of your ceremony.

Where is the ceremony held?

The Alfred Lawson Multi-Purpose Teaching Gym, 1800 Wahnish Way, Tallahassee, FL — FAMU's standing commencement venue.

Does Florida State graduate the same weekend?

Yes — this project's already-verified Florida State research confirms both universities' commencement weekends have historically fallen on the same early-May weekend, compressing the same Tallahassee hotel market.

Where does everyone stay for the weekend?

See [where to stay](/famu/where-to-stay) for the confirmed Tallahassee sellout evidence, or [sold out, now what](/famu/sold-out-now-what) for Thomasville and Valdosta, GA.

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