Travel to Graduation in West Lafayette — Fall 2026

See travel info and discounted hotels below. Students cover all travel and hotel costs.

Boilermaker Station Welcome Center

Friday, October 2

9:00 am to 5:00 pm ET

Free headshot photo booth, grad year pin

Inside the Stewart Center, Room 102

Purdue Campus Tours

Friday, October 2 
Sunday, October 4

Self-Guided Tour: Download the free “Purdue Guide” app

Guided Tour: View Details (Reservation Required)

Discover West Lafayette

Black and Gold Celebration

Friday, October 2

5:00 pm to 6:30 pm ET

Purdue Memorial Union 
North & South Ballrooms 
101 North Grant Street 
West Lafayette, IN 47906

Fall Commencement

Saturday, October 3

Mackey Arena 
Purdue University 
900 John R. Wooden Dr. 
West Lafayette, IN 47907

View Graduation Times

See Notes and Conditions below for important information.

Parking on Campus

For general parking info, please review Purdue Visitor Parking.

Boilermaker Station Welcome Center & Tours Parking

Parking for the Boilermaker Station Welcome Center & Tours

Campus tours start in Welcome Center.

GRANT STREET PARKING GARAGE
120 North Grant Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906

View Rates and Info

Black & Gold Celebration Parking

Parking for the Black and Gold Celebration (Friday)

GRANT STREET PARKING GARAGE
120 North Grant Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Distance from Union: Across the street


Parking Validation QR Code 
Check your email for details or obtain the validation code upon arrival to the Black & Gold Celebration.

Commencement Parking

Parking for Graduation Ceremony (Saturday)

Allow extra time for traffic due to multiple ceremonies throughout the day.

R Lot at Ross-Ade Stadium
850 Steven Beering Dr.
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(enter off Cherry Ln.)

Northwestern Avenue Garage
504 Northwestern Avenue 
West Lafayette, IN 47906

University Street Garage
201 North University Street 
West Lafayette, IN 47906


Commencement Parking Map (Coming Soon)

Parking is free on Saturday only.

Travel and Hotel Accommodations

  • Purdue University Airport (LAF): 0.2 miles from campus
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND): 70 miles from campus
  • Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD): 140 miles from campus

Recommended airport shuttle: Reindeer Shuttle and Lafayette Limo

Purdue Global has secured discounted group rates at the following hotels. Use the online links to book.

Hotel Blocks

Purdue Global Hotel Blocks

Discounted rates are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Candlewood Suites

240 Meijer Drive 
Lafayette, IN 47905

  • Reservations: Book online 
  • Room Rate: $135–$155 per night plus tax (rates valid for 9/30/2026–10/4/2026)
  • Reservation Deadline: September 2, 2026
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 6.5 miles

Drury Inn & Suites

4110 South Street  
Lafayette, IN 47905

  • Reservations: Book online or call 1-800-325-0720 and refer to group code 10181949
  • Room Rate: $159 per night plus tax (rates valid for 9/30/2026–10/4/2026)
  • Reservation Deadline: August 31, 2026
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 5.5 miles

Hampton Inn & Suites

160 Tapawingo Drive 
West Lafayette, IN 47906

  • Reservations: Book online or call 765-269-8000 (press 0 to speak to an agent on property)
  • Room Rate: $199 per night plus tax (rates valid for 9/30/2026–10/4/2026)
  • Reservation Deadline: September 2, 2026
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance From Ceremony: 1.5 miles

Home2Suites by Hilton West Lafayette

1710 Sachem Boulevard 
West Lafayette, IN 47906

  • Reservations: Book online
  • Room Rate: $184 per night plus tax (rates valid for 9/30/2026–10/4/2026) $169 on Wednesday and Sunday nights
  • Reservation Deadline: September 3, 2026
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 3 miles

Staybridge Suites

320 Meijer Drive 
Lafayette, IN 47905

  • Reservations: Book online
  • Room Rate: $165–$185 per night plus tax (rates valid for 9/30/2026–10/4/2026)
  • Reservation Deadline: September 2, 2026
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 6.5 miles

TownePlace Suites by Marriott West Lafayette

1750 Sachem Boulevard 
West Lafayette, IN 47906

  • Reservations: Book online
  • Room Rate: $184 per night plus tax (rates valid for 9/30/2026–10/04/2026) $169 on Wednesday and Sunday nights
  • Reservation Deadline: September 3, 2026
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking 
  • Distance from Ceremony: 3 miles

See Notes and Conditions section for important information.

Other Nearby Hotels

Additional Hotels Near the Ceremony

Hilton Garden Inn: West Lafayette Wabash Landing

356 East State Street 
West Lafayette, IN 47906

  • Reservations: Book online or call 765-743-2100
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Graduation Ceremony: 1.5 miles

Holiday Inn: Lafayette City Centre

515 South Street 
Lafayette, IN 47901

  • Reservations: Book online or call 765-423-1000
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Graduation Ceremony: 2.0 miles

Courtyard Lafayette

150 Fairington Avenue 
Lafayette, IN 47905

  • Reservations: Book online or call 765-449-4800
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Graduation Ceremony: 5.5 miles

Union Club Hotel at Purdue University

201 North Grant Street 
West Lafayette, IN 47906

  • Reservations: Book online
  • Parking: Self-parking in Grant Street garage, $15 daily; valet parking, $45 daily
  • Distance from Graduation Ceremony: 0.7 miles (located on campus)

Rates subject to change. Guests should check current rates with the hotel upon arrival. See Notes and Conditions section for important information.

NOTES AND CONDITIONS

Booking Travel to Graduation: It is recommended that graduates and guests refrain from booking travel accommodations until after the ceremony registration opens.

Commencement: Commencement times will be determined after the participation deadline. Participants and attendees assume all financial and health risks associated with attending commencement and must abide by all guidelines as required by the University, venue, and government. Commencement may be canceled or changed to a virtual experience due to government mandates or advisories regarding public health or safety, and the University will not be responsible for any incurred costs or expenses as a result.