O'Connell Center

Greetings | The Stephen C. O'Connell Center welcomes you! If you have any questions about visiting our venue, please contact the Box Office at 352-392-1653, that's 3. 5. 2. 3. 9. 2. 1. 6. 5. 3. or the O'Connell Center administrative offices at 352-392-5500.

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Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS: RIVALRY TOUR

Have the Harlem Globetrotters finally met their match? The Washington Generals and a new lineup of rivals step onto the court – hungry for a win, and out to prove it! This year, new challenges enter the game too. The Harlem Globetrotters – the team that invented basketball culture – bring the Rivalry Tour to your city as part of their all-new 2027 world tour, with a roster of stars who turn every possession into showtime, quarter after quarter.

This is a whole new experience – you’re not just watching, you’re part of it. You help decide. Get pulled onto the court. Join the squad. Own the jumbotron. Because anything can happen at a Globetrotters game.

A free, all-new pre-game tip-off party kicks off the moment doors open, packed with new surprises for longtime fans and first-time families. This is Globetrotters joy – electric, and built for YOU!

New rivals. New challenges. An all-new show.

The rivalry is theirs. The thrill is yours. Get your tickets now.

Event Information:

  • Doors: 6:00pm
  • Gates: Gate 1 will be open.
  • Camera Policy: The Harlem Globetrotters encourage fans to take photos, home videos, etc. so all patrons may bring cameras of any kind.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Professional video camera equipment is not permitted.
  • Concession Information: Open at Gate 1
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Parking: Parking will be available in the garage and lot adjacent to the O’Connell Center
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • Tickets: Tickets will go on-sale on Ticketmaster.com starting Friday, October 2nd at 10:00am.

HS Volleyball – Orangewood Christian vs. Trinity Catholic

Patrons will require a ticket to Florida Gators Volleyball vs. Miami to enter

Match Information

  • Match Time: 5:00pm
  • Doors Open: 1-hour prior to match start
  • Gates: General patrons enter through Gate 1. UF Students enter through Gate 3.
  • Camera Policy: Small personal cameras are allowed. No professional cameras and NO DETACHABLE LENSES. The use of a flash is also prohibited.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed
  • Concession Information: Available throughout locations on concourse level.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Parking: Parking is lifted at 3:30pm on weekdays in the parking lot adjacent to the O’Connell Center. Spots will be available inside the parking garage and flat lot. Parking will be on a first come, first served basis. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • Tickets: FloridaGators.com

UF College of Nursing Fall White Coat Ceremony

Event Information

  • Doors: 5:00pm
  • Gates: Patrons enter through Gate 1. Students enter through Gate 4.
  • Camera Policy: Small personal cameras are allowed. No professional cameras and NO DETACHABLE LENSES. The use of a flash is also prohibited.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Check security link above
  • Parking: Parking is located in the the garage and flat lot adjacent to the arena. Parking is first come, first served. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

UF Delta Gamma – Anchor Splash 2026

Location: Natatorium (Pool)
Doors: 11:00am
Ticketing: This is a non-ticketed event

Additional Information

  • Gates: Patrons will enter through Gate 2
  • Security: Patrons will be asked to walk through metal detectors upon entry into the building. See all the Security Policies listed HERE
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Camera Policy: Small personal cameras are allowed. No professional cameras and NO DETACHABLE LENSES. The use of a flash is also prohibited.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed
  • Concession Information: Available at Gate 2
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking is available in the parking lot and garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Florida Gators Dive vs. Miami

Location: Natatorium (Pool)
Doors: 10:00am
Ticketing: This is a non-ticketed event

Additional Information

  • Gates: Gate 3 will be open for the General Public.
  • Security: Patrons will be asked to walk through metal detectors upon entry into the building. See all the Security Policies listed HERE
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Camera Policy: Small personal cameras are allowed. No professional cameras and NO DETACHABLE LENSES. The use of a flash is also prohibited.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed
  • Concession Information: Available at Gate 2
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking will be available on Flavet Field, located nearby the arena
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

UF Spring 2027 Commencement – Wertheim College of Engineering #2

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 12:30pm
Processional: Begins at 1:30pm

Participating Schools: All Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from programs in Agricultural & Biological Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil & Coastal Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering

Additional Information

UF Spring 2027 Commencement – Wertheim College of Engineering #1

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 7:30am
Processional: Begins at 8:30am

Participating Schools: All Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from programs in Computer Engineering, Computer & Information Sciences and Engineering, Digital Arts & Sciences, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Engineering Education

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UF Spring 2027 Commencement – CLAS #3

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 5:30pm
Processional: Begins at 6:30pm

Participating Degrees/Majors: Bachelor’s Degrees in Criminology, Microbiology and Cell Science, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Statistics/Data Science, Sustainability Studies, Women’s Studies

Additional Information

UF Spring 2027 Commencement – CLAS #2

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 12:30pm
Processional: Begins at 1:30pm

Participating Degrees/Majors: All Master’s Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees in Economics, Foreign Languages & Literatures, Geography/Meteorology, Geology, History, Interdisciplinary Studies, International Studies, Jewish Studies, Linguistics, Marine Sciences, Mathematics, Philosophy, Political Science, Religion, Spanish and Portuguese Studies

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UF Spring 2027 Commencement – CLAS #1

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 7:30am
Processional: Begins at 8:30am

Participating Degrees/Majors: Bachelor’s Degrees in African American Studies, Anthropology, Astronomy/Astrophysics, Biology/Botany/Zoology, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Classical Studies, Computer Science, English

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