Celebrate Your Graduate with a Stress-Free Dining Experience

Join us on campus for a special Commencement Celebration Buffet during Spring Commencement Weekend. We’ve created this pre-ordered buffet meal specifically for graduates and their families who want a convenient, guaranteed dining option during one of the busiest weekends of the year.

 Friday, May 22, 2026

Choice of: LUNCH or DINNER

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 Friday, May 22, 2026

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A Delicious Buffet Meal Prepared by Expert Chefs

Our professional culinary team at Elon Dining creates a fresh, high-quality buffet served right on campus near all Commencement activities. Say goodbye to searching for restaurant reservations, dealing with long wait times, or driving across town when you should be celebrating.

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A Convenient Campus Location Steps Away from the Ceremony

Enjoy your meal in a comfortable, relaxed setting situated right on campus, so you can gather with your loved ones, share stories, and toast to your graduate's accomplishments without the hassle of leaving campus, finding parking, or navigating crowded restaurants across town or outside of town.

The Peace of Mind That Comes with RSVP

Secure your family's dining experience well in advance through our simple RSVP system, which guarantees your meal service and eliminates the stress of last-minute planning so you can focus entirely on celebrating this incredible milestone.

Elon Dining ranked #24 in 2025 by Princeton Review for best campus dining in the country.

How It Works

Step 1: Place Your Order
Fill out the online order form on this page. You’ll select your preferred meal time (lunch or dinner).
Step 2: Enter Guest Count
Specify the total number of guests who will be attending with you.
Step 3: Share Dietary Needs
Let us know about any dietary restrictions or allergies so we can accommodate your guests.
Step 4: Submit
Send your order directly to our Catering Department with one click.
Step 5: Confirmation & Payment
Our Elon Dining Catering team will contact you closer to the event to confirm your order details and collect payment.
Step 6: Day-of Check-In
On Commencement day, simply check in upon arrival. Guests who pre-purchased champagne will receive their bottle at this time.

Important Info

This is a Pre-Order Experience

  • Payment is not collected when you submit the form
  • Our catering team will follow up to finalize payment details
  • This is not a day-of reservation system

One Meal Period Per Order

  • Each order is valid for lunch or dinner only
  • Choose the time that works best for your family’s schedule

Advance Ordering Required

    • Availability is limited
    • Orders must be placed in advance to guarantee your spot
    • Walk-ins cannot be accommodated
Commencement Ceremony Info

Class of 2026 Commencement

The date for the 136th Commencement Exercises is Friday, May 22, 2026. Two ceremonies for the undergraduate Class of 2026 will take place in Schar Center (542 N. Williamson Ave., Elon, N.C.).

If you have any further questions please visit Elon Catering.

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