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Gator Swim Camp – Session 2 (Resident & Day Camp)

The University of Florida GATOR SWIM CAMPS are developmental camps designed to teach swimmers proper technique and provide quality training to swimmers of ALL abilities between 8 and 18 years old. The camps emphasize technical skills, training habits, and mental preparation as well as the importance of health and fitness in a structured, fun, and enthusiastic Gator environment. Campers will interact with Olympic Gold Medalists, World and NCAA Champions, as well as Olympic and World Championship coaches.

Dates and Times

Session 2 Camp (Resident & Day Camp)
June 3rd – June 6th (Monday – Thursday)
9:30 am – 9:00 pm
Resident Cost: $925
Day Cost: $750

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Provided – Breakfast will not be provided on check in day. Dinner will not be provided on check out day. Day campers will be provided lunch only.
 
ALL CAMPS: INITIAL CHECK IN: (REGISTRATION)
First day of camp @ 9:00 AM
LOCATION: Upper Gate 3 Entrance – O’Dome
 
ALL DAY CAMPS
Daily Check In AFTER Initial Registration Day: 9:30 AM
Daily Check-Out: 4:00 PM daily

Additional Information

Online Registration is currently open. For more information on the camps and how to register, please visit FloridaGators.com.

Gator Swim Camp – Session 1 (Day Camp Only)

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The University of Florida GATOR SWIM CAMPS are developmental camps designed to teach swimmers proper technique and provide quality training to swimmers of ALL abilities between 8 and 18 years old. The camps emphasize technical skills, training habits, and mental preparation as well as the importance of health and fitness in a structured, fun, and enthusiastic Gator environment. Campers will interact with Olympic Gold Medalists, World and NCAA Champions, as well as Olympic and World Championship coaches.

Dates and Times

Session 1 Camp (Day Camp Only)
May 31st – June 2nd (Friday – Sunday)
9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Cost: $ 600
 
ALL CAMPS: INITIAL CHECK IN: (REGISTRATION)
First day of camp @ 9:00 AM
LOCATION: TBD
 
ALL DAY CAMPS
Daily Check In AFTER Initial Registration Day: 9:30 AM
Daily Check-Out: 4:00 PM daily

Additional Information

Online Registration is currently open. For more information on the camps and how to register, please visit FloridaGators.com.

Private Event

We are hosting an awards banquet for UF Health and Shands. This is a private event that will be taking place in the O’Connell Center. Please check our weekly calendars to see which activities may be cancelled for that day.

Additional Information:

Santa Fe High School Graduation

Santa Fe High School Logo

Congratulations to the 2024 Santa Fe High School Graduating class!

Event Information:

  • Doors: 5:00pm
  • Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, all camera bags are subject to be searched at doors.
  • Seating – Seating is first come, first served. Reserving seats will not be permitted.
  • Concession Information: Concessions are not available for this event.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Accessible Gates: Gates 1 only for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
  • Security: See all Security Policies.
  • Metal Detectors: See Metal Detector procedures.
  • Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
  • Parking: Parking will be available in the O’Connell Center lot and garage, where standards restrictions will be lifted to support this event. Parking will be available on a first come, first served basis. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Eastside High School Graduation

Eastside High School Logo

Congratulations to the 2024 Eastside High School Graduating class!

Event Information:

  • Doors: 1:00pm
  • Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, all camera bags are subject to be searched at doors.
  • Seating – Seating is first come, first served. Reserving seats will not be permitted.
  • Concession Information: Concessions are not available for this event.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Accessible Gates: Gates 1 only for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
  • Security: See all Security Policies.
  • Metal Detectors: See Metal Detector procedures.
  • Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
  • Parking: Parking will be available in the O’Connell Center lot and garage, where standards restrictions will be lifted to support this event. Parking will be available on a first come, first served basis. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Gainesville High School Graduation

Gainesville High School Logo

Congratulations to the 2024 Gaiensville High School Graduating class!

Event Information:

  • Doors: 9:00am
  • Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, all camera bags are subject to be searched at doors.
  • Seating – Seating is first come, first served. Reserving seats will not be permitted.
  • Concession Information: Concessions are not available for this event.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Accessible Gates: Gates 1 only for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
  • Security: See all Security Policies.
  • Metal Detectors: See Metal Detector procedures.
  • Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
  • Parking: Parking will be available in the O’Connell Center lot and garage, where standards restrictions will be lifted to support this event. Parking will be available on a first come, first served basis. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Buchholz High School Graduation

Buchholz High School logo

Congratulations to the 2024 Buchholz High School Graduating class!

Event Information:

  • Doors: 6:00pm
  • Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, all camera bags are subject to be searched at doors.
  • Seating – Seating is first come, first served. Reserving seats will not be permitted.
  • Concession Information: Concessions are not available for this event.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Accessible Gates: Gates 1 only for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
  • Security: See all Security Policies.
  • Metal Detectors: See Metal Detector procedures.
  • Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
  • Parking: Parking will be available in the O’Connell Center lot and garage, where standards restrictions will be lifted to support this event. Parking will be available on a first come, first served basis. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Newberry High School Graduation

Newberry High School Logo

Congratulations to the 2024 Newberry High School Graduating class!

Event Information:

  • Doors: 6:00pm
  • Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, all camera bags are subject to be searched at doors.
  • Seating – Seating is first come, first served. Reserving seats will not be permitted.
  • Concession Information: Concessions are not available for this event.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Accessible Gates: Gates 1 only for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
  • Security: See all Security Policies.
  • Metal Detectors: See Metal Detector procedures.
  • Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
  • Parking: Parking will be available in the O’Connell Center lot and garage, where standards restrictions will be lifted to support this event. Parking will be available on a first come, first served basis. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Zach Williams and Tim Tebow – Breaking Chains Through Grace

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Ticketing Info

Tickets are officially on-sale on Ticketmaster.com and at the O’Connell Center Box Office (please check hours before arriving).

Seating Map (Price Levels Included): Zach Williams Map

PRICES

  • Price Level 1 – $200.00
  • Price Level 2 – $150.00
  • Price Level 3 – $100.00
  • Price Level 4 – $75.00
  • Price Level 5 – $60.00
  • Price Level 6 – $50.00
  • Price Level 7 – $35.00
  • NOTE: Additional Fees apply on Ticketmaster and at the O’Connell Center Box Office

Event Information

  • Doors: 6:00pm
  • Gates: Gate 1 will be open.
  • Camera Policy: No cameras are permitted for this event. Cell phone cameras are allowed.
  • 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: Please be advised that the only General Public parking near the O’Connell Center will be in the O’Connell Center parking garage as well as the lot. Parking is first come, first serve and is lifted at 3:30 pm on the weekdays.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

SGP and ACCENT presents Nelly

Nelly Graphic

PLEASE NOTE: This is a FREE show for UF Students-only. UF Students can pick up 2 tickets with their Gator 1 ID at the O’Connell Center box office. Tickets will NOT be available for UF students on Ticketmaster.com.

Additional Information

  • Doors: 6:00pm
  • Gates: Gate 1 will be open for UF Students.
  • Camera Policy: No cameras are permitted for this event. Cell phone cameras are allowed.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed
  • 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: Please be advised that the only General Public parking near the O’Connell Center will be in the O’Connell Center parking garage as well as the lot. Parking is first come, first serve and is lifted at 3:30 pm on the weekdays.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • Tickets: Tickets will be available starting at 12:00pm on Wednesday, April 3rd at the Gate 1 box office. Tickets will NOT be available for purchase on Ticketmaster.com.