There is not a limit on tickets, but the Academy asks that parents carefully review the amount that they need and only submit that number. All midshipmen have been sent information on tickets, including special requests for the handicapped and elderly. If you have relatives with special needs, contact your son or daughter immediately and make sure that the proper arrangements are made. For all others, the graduation ceremonies will be broadcast on the local radio station and local TV stations. Announcements are not invitations , but many of the midshipmen and their families use them for sending tickets to relatives.
Children are welcome and do have a great deal of fun.
Civilian attire will be coat and tie for men and cocktail dress for women. Civilian attire will be coat and tie for men and cocktail dress for women. These tickets are for the seated area. Other family members or guests can watch the parade in the public areas, on the grass, etc. This is the only parade in which seating is provided.