The Lake Hamilton School District is excited to celebrate the Class of 2026 during the upcoming commencement ceremony on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Bank OZK Arena.
📅 Ceremony Details
Date: Friday, May 15, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Bank OZK Arena
398 Convention Blvd, Hot Springs, AR
Doors to the arena will open at 5:45 PM, and graduates must arrive by 6:00 PM. The commencement ceremony will begin promptly at 7:00 PM.
🎓 Commencement Practice Required
All seniors participating in graduation are required to attend commencement practice on Friday, May 15, at 9:30 AM inside Bank OZK Arena.
Please note:
Practice is closed to family members and guests
Only school staff, participating students, and Bank OZK Arena staff will be permitted inside during practice
🎟️ Seating & Admission
No tickets are required for the commencement ceremony
Seating is first-come, first-served
Seat saving will not be permitted
During the ceremony, graduates will receive their official diplomas from the high school counselors as they exit the stage.
👜 Clear Bag Policy
Bank OZK Arena has a clear bag policy in place. Each guest is allowed one clear bag only. Families are encouraged to review the arena’s complete security policy before arriving.
📺 Live Stream Available
The commencement ceremony will be streamed live on Lake Hamilton Live YouTube for family members and friends who are unable to attend in person.
📸 Professional Photography
Lifetouch will be on site taking professional photos of each graduate during the ceremony.
The Lake Hamilton School District looks forward to celebrating the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 and honoring this exciting milestone with our students, families, and community. 🎓🐺