Key Elements of a Grad Night Celebration
A grad night celebration is the year's biggest party for graduating high school Seniors. It’s meant to celebrate their big achievement—graduating—and give them something to look forward to all year long
With that kind of expectation, you want to make sure you’re planning the best possible party, so here are a few key elements of every grad night celebration:
A plan. It’s not the most fun element of a grad night, but having a solid plan is the first step to success. Whether you create one yourself or work with a travel company, knowing exactly what will happen can prepare you for the next steps.
A venue. No one wants to be stuck in their high school after they’ve graduated, so you’ll need to find a place to host your grad night. You could look at local community centers, reach out to local party businesses, or even go big with a destination trip.
A theme. No party is complete without a theme! Think of a great theme that can inform your decorations, music, and even the way the students dress. This helps bring an extra layer of fun and cohesion to the night.
Entertainment. Think of some fun things the students can do or entertainers, such as bands, that can come to the celebration. This can be your main event and a way for all the students to experience their graduation celebration together.
Feedback. Keep in mind the trip is for the students, so let them have some input on what the night will be like. As you come up with ideas, you can ask who likes what or even take a poll to see what their ideas are. Going through an input process creates “buy-in” with students and, ultimately, a better Grad Nite experience.
Popular Locations for High School Seniors
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High school graduation is a big deal, so why not bring your class somewhere that’s just as awesome as they are?
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There are three popular grad night destinations in California that you can consider for your big trip.
Disneyland® Resort Grad Nite
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Take your students to The Happiest Place On Earth” ™
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With the Disneyland® Resort Grad Nite experience, you and your students can choose from three unique Grad Nite ticket types:
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Tier 1 - Disneyland® Grad Nite Event at Disney California Adventure® Park (from 9 p.m. until 2 a.m.) with their closest friends.
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Tier 2 - All Day Disneyland® Resort Park Hopper ticket + Grad Nite Event at Disney California Adventure® Park (all-day admission until 2 a.m.) with their closest friends.
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Tier 3 - All Day Disneyland® Resort Park Hopper ticket + Grad Nite Event at Disney California Adventure® Park (all-day admission until 2 a.m.) with their closest friends.
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You can also upgrade your trip by adding a day or two to include a Southern California Beach Day, Major League Baseball Game, and/or a Presidential Library Tour.
Six Flags
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Enjoy exclusive access to the Six Flags park on graduation night, along with a buffet and special entertainment.
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Students can ride roller coasters, watch movies with friends, or dance the night away to the tunes of a house DJ.
Universal Studios - Grad Bash
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An after-hours experience of one of the most entertaining theme parks around.
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Students can enjoy rides, photo ops, studio tours, and more!
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Dance areas and DJ present for the night.
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Universal Studios offers the longest hours for a grad night: 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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Benefits of Partnering with a Travel Company
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The biggest benefit of partnering with a travel company for your grad night is that you don’t have to go alone.
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We have detailed itineraries that will save you hours of planning, and everything is all-inclusive!
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Picture this. GL Travel does all of the heavy lifting of registering students, taking payments, procuring buses and tickets, and so much more so that you can do the work that matters most - teaching and planning school-wide activities.
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A one-of-a-kind, exclusive experience for your students.
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Enjoy the parks late at night or get all-day passes for the whole class.
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Have staff on site to help you navigate challenges and ensure it’s the best possible trip for your class.
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GL Travel only works with reputable bus companies that, by law must have SPAB certified drivers to transport students.
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So don’t take on any more stress than you need to. Work with a travel agency to plan, execute, and enjoy your students and your trip!
At GL Travel, we love creating memories for students. Our grad night packages include unique takes on traditional trips that are sure to celebrate the great achievement that is graduation. Contact us today to see what we can do for you and your students!
The Key Takeaway
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Grad nights are fun, memorable experiences for high school seniors. Working with a student travel company can ease the Grad Nite process for you and help make the trip a reality for your students.
