Cornell Graduation Dinner 2027

Adults: $69.95plus tax and gratuity
Kids under 14: $29.95kids menu available
Kids under 2: Free
Seatings: Fri & Sat, 4–8pmparties of 8 or more

the evening

Champagne, dinner, sundaes

Arrive to champagne and passed hors d'oeuvres. Sit down to a set table with red and white wine, then help yourselves to salad, bread and entrées from the buffet. Dessert and coffee are served on the patio, and the cash bar is open all night.

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The graduation menu

Reception

Champagne and passed hors d'oeuvres as you arrive

Shrimp CocktailGF · Jumbo tiger shrimp, hint of lemon, cocktail sauce.
Hot Honey Fried Chicken · House-cut breaded chicken bites, hot honey, Fresno peppers.
Bruschetta CrostiniVG · Crispy baguette, tomato salad, balsamic drizzle.
Burrata & Roasted PeppersV · Roasted bell peppers, burrata, extra virgin olive oil, croutons, fresh herbs.

Dinner

Set tables with red and white wine at each place; salad, bread and entrées served buffet-style

Chimichurri Flank SteakGF · Sliced flank steak, chipotle compound butter, chimichurri.
Rosemary ChickenGF · French-cut herb chicken, pomegranate seeds.
Lemon Caper SalmonGF · Atlantic salmon, fresh lemon, herbs, capers.
Eggplant RollettesV · Breaded eggplant, ricotta, fresh basil, house red sauce.
Spinach & Roasted Pear SaladVGF
Heidelberg Cracked Wheat Rolls & Honey ButterV
Roasted AsparagusVGGF
Petite Carrots & PestoVGF
Thyme Roasted PotatoesVGGF
Wild Long Grain RiceVGGF

Dessert on the patio

Self-serve dessert buffet and coffee, with the bar open

Fresh Fruit Display · Chef's selection of seasonal fruit.
Purity Ice Cream Sundae Bar · A Finger Lakes favorite with all the toppings.
Sweet Treats Grazing Table · An assortment of petite desserts.

faq

Graduation details

Hosting at home instead? See our graduation party menus.

When is the Beacon graduation dinner?

Seatings run from 4pm to 8pm on the Friday and Saturday of Cornell Commencement weekend 2027 at Beacon Hill, about 10 minutes from campus.

How much is the Cornell graduation dinner?

$69.95 per adult, $29.95 for kids under 14, and free for kids under 2, plus tax and gratuity. A kids menu is available.

Is there a minimum party size?

Parties need at least 8 guests. Smaller groups are welcome to pair up with friends.

Is alcohol included?

Champagne on arrival and red and white wine at each place setting are included. Beer, wine and cocktails are available from the cash bar all evening.

Cornell graduation dinner 2027