Outdoor graduations have become the new standard for Texas schools. What began as a temporary solution a few years ago has now evolved into the preferred approach for ISDs and universities across the state. Stadiums, practice fields, and open-air venues allow districts to host larger audiences, streamline logistics, and give graduates and their families the space they need for a memorable ceremony.
At In Depth Events, we’ve supported hundreds of outdoor commencement ceremonies in Texas. Our team brings decades of experience in staging, audio, lighting, and logistics for large-scale school district events. We take wide-open stadiums and turn them into clean, organized, and professional high school and collegiate graduation environments. From field access to equipment placement, we manage the technical details so administrators and staff can focus on their students.
How We Support School Districts and Universities
Venue Logistics & Coordination
Outdoor commencement is a large undertaking. We work closely with stadium managers, ISD administrators, and university staff to plan equipment access, turf protection, layout design, and audience flow. Our production schedules ensure the event runs smoothly from start to finish.
Sensitive Surfaces
Our crews are experienced in working on both artificial turf and natural grass environments. Facilities managers love us because we take time and care to make sure the stadium assets are well protected
Staging & ADA Access
We provide stages, ADA-compliant ramps, covered platforms, podiums, and banner structures designed specifically for school districts and university graduations. Every stage is built with visibility, safety, and accessibility in mind.
Seating & On-Site Organization
Commencement requires more than just a stage. We assist with organized seating layouts for graduates, staff, VIPs, and families. Clear sightlines and efficient entrances and exit help maintain timing and improve the overall guest experience.
Audio for Outdoor Environments
Outdoor sound is one of the biggest challenges for ISD and university graduations due to wind, long distances, and open acoustics. Our engineers design audio systems built for stadium environments, allowing names, speeches, and announcements to be heard clearly across the entire venue.
Video & Live Streaming
For districts that need video support, we provide LED screens, multi-camera crews, and livestreaming options. Families can watch the ceremony from anywhere, and administrators receive professional footage for future use or archival needs.
Weather Support
Texas weather can change quickly. We provide covered staging, protected audio and lighting systems, weather monitoring, and realistic backup plans to keep the ceremony safe, on schedule, and fully operational.
Experienced Production for a Meaningful Event
Commencement is one of the most significant milestones for students and their families. Our goal is to support ISDs and universities by providing reliable, professional production that complements the ceremony without interrupting it. We understand the schedules, field restrictions, safety requirements, and technical demands of outdoor venues. Our team has handled commencement production for districts across Texas, and we bring that experience to every event.
Planning Your Next Graduation
If your district or university is preparing for an outdoor commencement ceremony and needs a production partner with a proven track record, we’re here to help.
Call In Depth Events or use our contact form to learn more about our staging, audio, lighting, and field-ready production services for Texas graduation ceremonies.
