Graduation garden party

The University of St Andrews will host a graduation garden party on each day of graduation. This applies to all graduations in June or July and November or December.

The graduation garden party (or reception as it is known at winter graduation) is a traditional part of the graduation celebrations at the University. This is an opportunity for you and your guests to enjoy a memorable afternoon with friends and fellow graduates, and to meet academic staff from your School.

The garden party takes place on the lawn of Lower College Hall in St Salvator's Quad. Complimentary sparkling wine, hot drinks, and a selection of sandwiches and cakes will be available for graduates and their guests.

Tickets for the garden party

As a graduating student, you are automatically allocated three tickets for the garden party: one ticket for you and two tickets for your guests.

Tickets are not sent by email or post. See more on ticket collection.

You may be able to buy additional garden party tickets, depending on availability. The Graduation Office will provide you with a link to the online shop if additional tickets are available.