Dining & Retail

Elon Dining Commencement Celebration Buffet

Celebrate your graduate with an on-campus dining experience designed for ease and connection. The Commencement Celebration Buffet features an elevated dining experience with reserved tables near the heart of campus, allowing families to stay together and avoid the stress of off-campus reservations. It is a welcoming setting to pause, share a meal and celebrate this milestone together.

Two dining services will be offered on Friday, May 22, with multiple reservation time slots available within each service:

Lunch: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dinner: 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Reservation deadline is May 15; space is limited.

The Inn at Elon Special Commencement Buffets

For both students and their families, the 2026 Commencement isn’t just a milestone. It’s a celebration of hard work, perseverance and shared memories. As you honor this special achievement together, The Mark, located inside The Inn at Elon, invites you to gather around the table and enjoy a thoughtfully curated selection of American cuisine with a Southern twist.

From Thursday, May 21, 2026, through Saturday, May 23, 2026, indulge in a buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner, designed to bring loved ones together during this exciting time. Whether it’s a morning toast to new beginnings, a mid-day meal filled with laughter or a heartfelt dinner reflecting on the journey, The Mark provides the perfect setting to connect, celebrate and create lasting memories.

for pricing details and to explore the specially crafted menus for each buffet. Reservations are required and availability may be limited due to high demand, so secure your table early by calling (336 586-0329).

At The Inn at Elon, our mission, “A Stay with Purpose,” ensures that 100% of profits from every hotel stay and dining experience directly support university scholarships for deserving students, so your celebration gives back to future generations.

Alamance Country Club

The Alamance Country Club will host a Graduation Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 22 at for $45 per person. Seating is limited and reservations are required by calling (336) 584-0345.

Elon Dining Retail Hours

Fountain Market

Wednesday, May 20 to Thursday, May 21: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, May 22: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Winter Garden Cafe/Biscuitville

Wednesday, May 20 to Thursday, May 21: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, May 22: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mail Services

Mail Services hours during Commencement are:

Thursday, May 21: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, May 22: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 23: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Barnes and Noble at �þ��

Barnes & Noble at �þ��, located at 130 N. Williamson Ave., is your one-stop shop for all commencement essentials. The store offers a wide selection of commencement and alumni memorabilia, diploma frames and more to celebrate your achievement. .

Thursday, May 21: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday, May 22: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 23: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

�þ���