GRADUATION CEREMONY

Saturday 9th December 2023 - 3pm-6pm

Brisbane City Hall

You will receive an official invitation via email when you have reached “Graduating Student Status”

Key Information

EVENT FORMAT:

A Spectacular Celebration
Professional Photography & Video
Drinks & Canapes On Arrival

TICKETS:
Once you achieve graduating student status you will receive your official graduation invitation with a link to purchase your tickets.

All outstanding assignments, practical work, student salon hours and industry experience paperwork must be completed to be eligible to graduate.

EVENT COORDINATOR
Sophie Johnsson
sophiej@thefrench.edu.au

Early Arrival Refreshments

Should you arrive early, you are spoilt for choice in the heart of Brisbane when it comes to options for pre-event celebrations. Close by you will find a number of dining options where you may enjoy a pre-event drink. Alternatively some great bar options in the CBD area can be found here.

The Attire - Formal

WOMEN – The dress code is formal. We suggest all women wear a full length gown. We encourage you to be true to your style but ensure you stay within the formal guidelines.

MEN – We suggest all men wear a suit and tie for this special occasion. We appreciate formal variations to the style but please be respectful of the event.

Official Program & Tickets

3pm-6pm
3pm: Doors Open
3pm-4pm: Pre Ceremony Reception – light refreshments
4pm: Student Procession
4.15pm: Official Welcome and Graduation Ceremony Begins
5.15pm: Top of Class and Major Award Presentations
5.45pm: Confetti Moment
6.00pm: Ceremony Concludes

After Party

We encourage all guests to continue post ceremony celebrations in your own way. Get together with your most treasured friends, family and fellow FRENCHIES to plan your evening after all the formalities have completed!

You might like to book a dinner at one of Brisbane’s great restaurants.

The CBD has a multitude of venues for you to soak up the nightlife and continue the celebrations!

See a few suggestions here.

Parking & Arrivals

If you are driving to the event Brisbane City Council operates two public car parks in the Brisbane Central Business District (CBD). There are also street parking meters throughout the city and surrounding inner-city areas. Find information on parking in the Brisbane CBD and also Council’s car parks.

Public Transport options are available, please use City Hall as a guide.

Arrival drop off space is clearly marked for Taxi, Uber and Limousine services and the venue is a landmark on all navigational devices.

GET EXCITED
Here is a little taste of Grad night below!