Graduation from eighth grade is a huge milestone for all eighth-graders, and the 8th grade graduation dance is one way of celebrating this accomplishment. The graduation dance, where formal 8th grade graduation dresses with sleeves or stylish semi-formal graduation dresses are worn, is held to commemorate eighth graders moving on to high school and becoming high school freshmen. This night allows eighth-graders to enjoy their last chance at being with everyone in eighth grade and dance the night away in gorgeous eighth-grade graduation dresses and dashing suits.