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The Tuscaloosa City Schools has announced graduation dates for its three high schools for the Class of 2026.

Monday, May 11, 2026

  • 1 p.m.: Northridge High School graduation
  • 4:30 p.m.: Central High School graduation
  • 8 p.m.: Paul W. Bryant High School graduation

Graduation Location

Coleman Coliseum at the University of Alabama, 1201 Coliseum Dr., Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

The ceremonies will be streamed live on the TCS YouTube channel for those who may choose to watch from the comfort of their homes. The broadcast will start approximately 10 minutes before the graduation time.

Entrance Times, Seating, and Permissible Items

Doors will open one (1) hour prior to the ceremony.

We ask that our guests DO NOT bring balloons, air horns, alcohol, or weapons. A clear bag policy will be in effect. Only bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" are allowed. Guests carrying non-clear bags that do not meet these requirements will not be allowed inside the facility.

To read the University of Alabama's clear bag policy, click HERE. 

To read the University of Alabama's metal detector policy, click HERE. 

Key Details

Northridge High School

  • Monday, May 11, 1 p.m.
  • Parking in Capstone parking deck or Moody lot, where available.

Central High School

  • Monday, May 11, 4:30 p.m.
  • Parking at Central High School, with shuttle, or in Capstone parking deck or Moody lot, where available.

Paul W. Bryant High School

  • Monday, May 11, 8 p.m.
  • Parking at Central High School, with shuttle, or in Capstone parking deck or Moody lot, where available.

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