As we look forward to celebrating the Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) Class of 2026, the Show Place Arena implemented several changes impact all four 2026 graduations. These changes are driven by the Show Place Arena’s commitment to making the ceremonies more memorable and to ensure that all attendees can comfortably celebrate this significant milestone. The changes are as follows:
- All patrons must have a ticket to enter the arena. All seating is General Admission.
- Scanned photocopies or pictures of tickets will not be accepted.
- No one will be permitted to re-enter for any reason; should a patron leave the arena.
- ADA seating is located around the arena with general admission ticketing. The banquet rooms will be utilized for ADA overflow if necessary.
- Only clear bags are permitted into the facility.
- The Show Place Arena utilizes Enhanced Weapons Detection Systems (EWDS) at all entrances (Lobby, North Tunnel, South Tunnel and side entrances). All patrons, graduates, staff and volunteers must enter the building through the EWDS and will be scanned with a metal detecting wand if necessary.
To support these changes, doors will open 30 minutes earlier to allow for the time needed to implement the additional safety precautions. Doors will open at 1:00PM for 2:30PM graduation ceremonies. Doors will open at 6:00PM for 7:30PM graduation ceremonies. A location will be identified near the main entrance to the facility, to be used by CCPS staff members from the school and district to address any ticketing issues.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation as CCPS works with the Show Place Arena to ensure that all graduates have wonderful commencements during this momentous occasion.
Should you have any questions, please reach out to your school principal.
