Graduation Ceremony FAQs

No, wheelchairs are not provided.

Yes, Flint River Entertainment Complex does offer accessible seating for ADA patrons, as well as one companion/aid. Those requiring accessible seating should arrive early, as accessible seats are filled on a first-come first-served basis.

No. Balloons, flowers (including money bouquets) and wrapped packages of any kind are prohibited at all Flint River Entertainment Complex facilities. Flowers and assorted gifts are available for purchase at various stands throughout the facility during graduation.

Yes, the following items are prohibited at Flint River Entertainment Complex facilities:

Weapons of any kind, including firearms, knives, pepper spray, explosives, tear gas, etc.
Outside food and beverages
Glass bottles, metal cans, etc.
Signs/flags/banners larger than 11”x17” and any affixed poles
Air horns, fireworks, slingshots, laser pointers, etc.
Cigarettes and smoking devices
Illegal substances
Professional camera equipment, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, GoPros, etc.
Video or recording devices
Dead or living animals (excluding certified service animals)
Toy/replica weapons, water guns, squirt bottles, bubbles, stickers
Balloons, beach balls, frisbees, or other projectiles
Skateboards, skates, rollerblades, hoverboards, scooters, etc.
Full-face masks
Wrapped gifts or packages of any kind
Any additional items affecting safety or security of patrons or participants

Guests found in possession of any above-mentioned items at security checkpoints will be asked to remove the item from the building or dispose of it. Guests who refuse to comply will be ejected from the venue without refund and may be subject to arrest. If illegal items are confiscated, the Albany Police Department may be brought in to investigate the matter.

This search is required for the safety and security of the guests, artists, facility, and staff. If a guest is found to be in possession of a prohibited item at a security checkpoint, it is the discretion of The Flint River Entertainment Complex management whether the guest will be granted entry into the event.

In an effort to increase public safety, Flint River Entertainment Complex has established a Clear Bag Policy limiting the size and style of bags permitted within complex facilities. One bag is permitted per person and must meet the clear bag policy requirements.

Graduates will exit at the back of the Albany Civic Center. Patrons and graduates will not be able to meet inside the facility.

Patrons should arrive at least one hour prior to the start of graduation to ensure sufficient time to pass through checkpoints and security screening.

Patrons are asked not to applaud, yell or otherwise cause a disruption that would distract the next graduate’s family from hearing their name called.

Check with your graduate to determine whether their school allows videotaping during their graduation. Flint River Entertainment Complex policies will follow the request of the school.