Graduation celebration events
Individual university groups host other celebrations during graduation week. Your faculty, school or unit may be hosting an event.
These events are in addition to the official May 2026 graduation ceremonies.
Doctorate celebration
The Vice-Provost (Research) hosts a celebration for all doctorate graduates.
Date: Monday 25 May
Time: 10.30 am - 12 pm
Location: The Hunter Lounge, Kelburn Campus
Pasifika graduation celebration
A celebration for Pasifika graduates, their families, and the wider community to honour the shared journey of success.
Date: Monday 25 May
Time: 6 pm
Location: The Hub, Kelburn Campus
Contact: pasifika-events@vuw.ac.nz.
Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation morning tea
A morning tea celebration for graduates from the Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation with their whānau.
Date: Wednesday 27 May
Time: 2 - 3 pm
Location: Te Aro campus, 139 Vivian Street, Te Aro Atrium
Contact: James.Stewart@vuw.ac.nz.
Faculty of Law celebration
A light lunch will be provided and a chance to mingle with fellow graduates, followed by a photo on the front steps of the Old Government Building before the parade.
Date: Tuesday 26 May
Time: 11 am - 12.30 pm
Location: Government Buildings, ground floor foyer
School of Psychological Sciences morning tea
A morning tea celebration for graduates from Te Kura Mātai Hinengaro—School of Psychological Sciences with their whānau.
Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Location: TBC
Wellington School of Business and Government Student Excellent Awards
The awards are an acknowledgement by the Wellington School of Business and Government to our graduates and donor-funded prize winners for their excellent achievement. This event is by invitation only. Students receiving an award will be notified and the relevant staff invited.
Date: Wednesday 27 May