Graduation ceremonies in Bern: a stage for your achievement
Graduation deserves a special moment. At Eventforum Bern, schools, higher education institutions and professional development organisations celebrate with graduates and guests. The plenary hall provides the setting for speeches and the award of diplomas. Celebrations continue with a drinks reception in the directly adjoining foyer.
The big moment belongs to your graduates.
In a space normally devoted to sharing and discussing knowledge, this day celebrates achievement. Speeches, personal tributes and the award of diplomas share a stage in the plenary hall.
Two 4K LED walls display your presentations, names or images. We tailor microphones and technical support to your programme.
Explore the stage and displays ↗Arrive together
Welcome graduates, families and teaching staff.
Recognise achievement
Stage speeches and award presentations.
Share the success
Leave time for conversation at the drinks reception afterwards.
From the first name to the final applause
When many diplomas are being presented, details make the difference: where do the next graduates wait? How do they reach the stage? When do presentations and microphones change?
We discuss these transitions with your event lead and allow space for diplomas, speakers and the photographs you want. Your organisation provides the programme content and lists of names.
Coordinate technology and support ↗After the stage, the congratulations begin.
The foyer directly adjoins the plenary hall. Your guests move from the official ceremony to the drinks reception without travelling to a second venue.
We coordinate catering, setup and timings with our trusted catering partners. The selection suits your occasion and guests; an external caterer is possible by arrangement.
Explore receptions and catering ↗
Consider everyone celebrating with you.
Plan guest numbers together
Up to 380 people in theatre seating. Graduates, accompanying guests, teaching staff and other guests all count towards the total occupancy.
Agree seats and sightlines
Reserved rows, photography positions and special installations are included in the seating plan.
Clarify access early
The entrance, foyer and plenary hall are on the ground floor. We discuss special seating or stage-access requirements in advance.
Taking part from afar
A livestream can include family members who cannot attend in person. We agree the scope, support and permissions in good time.
Let's give your graduation the setting it deserves.
Tell us the date, total guest numbers and planned programme for your graduation ceremony. We will tailor the stage, seating, technology and drinks reception accordingly.
You will receive an individual quote within 12 hours.
Frequently asked questions about your graduation ceremony
What graduation celebrations is Eventforum Bern suitable for?
Our venue is suitable for diploma awards, apprenticeship graduation ceremonies and end-of-course events for schools, higher education institutions, associations and professional development organisations. The shared event in the plenary hall takes centre stage, followed by conversation in the foyer. We tailor the planning to your organisation, graduates and invited guests.
How many guests can attend our graduation ceremony?
The plenary hall provides up to 380 places in theatre seating. Include graduates, accompanying guests, teaching staff and other guests in your total. Additional installations and special space requirements are included in the seating plan and may affect the usable capacity.
How is the diploma presentation on stage prepared?
We discuss entrances and exits, the award sequence, stage space, microphones and presentations with you. Your organisation is responsible for names, diplomas and the ceremonial programme. Special stage-access requirements are clarified in advance.
Can we offer a drinks reception after the graduation ceremony?
Yes. The foyer directly adjoins the plenary hall and is well suited to a shared drinks reception. We coordinate catering and timings with our trusted partners. An external caterer is possible by arrangement.
Can family members watch the ceremony via livestream?
Eventforum Bern has infrastructure for hybrid events and livestreaming. We clarify the desired broadcast scope, cameras, sound and support with you. Image rights, consent and approval of broadcast content are agreed before the event.
What information do you need for a quote?
Send us the date, total participant numbers, number of diploma presentations and approximate schedule. Details of speeches, presentations, the drinks reception and special access needs help us prepare. You will receive an individual quote within 12 hours.
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