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.

UF Commencement – Health and Human Performance

UF Commencement

Excited to celebrate UF Commencement with these graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

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

Additional Information

For more information on UF Commencements, please visit the Commencement website.

Dance Marathon

Dance Marathon at UF Logo

Dance Marathon at the University of Florida is the largest student-run and highest fundraising philanthropy in the Southeast United States. Our mission is to strive to bring together the campus and community to raise funds and awareness for our local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital. We are going into our 31st year of Dance Marathon at UF, having fundraised over $32,000,000 thus far. This past year, we celebrated our 30th year by raising $1,531,518.24!

Event Information:

  • Security: Patrons will be asked to pass through metal detectors prior to entry in the building. Refer to our Metal Detector Screening page for more information on this policy.
  • Prohibited Items: Visit our Security Policies page for a list of prohibited items.
  • Camera Policy: Cameras of all types are permitted.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording allowed for this event
  • Concession Information: Not available for this event.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking is available in the O’Connell Center parking lot and garage.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • More Info: For more information on the event, please refer to the Dance Marathon website.

Florida Invitational Step Show

The Florida Invitational Step Show is the LARGEST student-run step show in the southeastern region.

Tickets

Free for UF Students. Students can pick up their ticket at the O’Connell Center box office during normal business hours. General public tickets can be purchased on ticketmaster.com or at the O’Connell Center Box Office.

Additional Information

  • Doors: 6:00pm
  • Gates: Gate 1 will be open for patrons
  • Camera Policy: All cameras will be allowed for this event.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed.
  • Concession Information: Available in Gate 1 concourse.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: See above security link
  • Parking: Parking is lifted on campus after 3:30pm. The closest lot will be the O’Connell Center parking lot adjacent to the building. Alternative parking can be found around campus if needed. For more information, please refer to the UF parking map.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Gymnastics vs. Kentucky (Senior Night)

Florida Gators Gymnastics logo

Ticketing: Information regarding season tickets for Gator Gymnastics can be found at FloridaGators.com

Meet Information

  • Meet Start: 6:45pm
  • Doors: 5:30pm
  • Gates: Gate 1, 2 and 3 will be open to the general public. Gate 3 will be the only entrance available for UF Students.
  • 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: Open throughout the concourse.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security & Prohibited Items: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Parking: Parking will be first come, first served in the O’Connell Center parking garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center on the corner of Gale Lemerand and University Ave. The O’Connell Center flat lot is reserved for passholders only. A shuttle will also be provided starting a half hour before doors in Lot 109. For information on the location of each lot, please refer to the following: Gymnastics Parking
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Gymnastics vs. Missouri (Equality Night)

Florida Gators Gymnastics logo

Ticketing: Information regarding season tickets for Gator Gymnastics can be found at FloridaGators.com

Meet Information

  • Meet Start: 5:45pm
  • Doors: 4:30pm
  • Gates: Gate 1, 2 and 3 will be open to the general public. Gate 3 will be the only entrance available for UF Students.
  • 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: Open throughout the concourse.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security & Prohibited Items: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Parking: Parking will be first come, first served in the O’Connell Center parking garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center on the corner of Gale Lemerand and University Ave. The O’Connell Center flat lot is reserved for passholders only. A shuttle will also be provided starting a half hour before doors in Lot 109. For information on the location of each lot, please refer to the following: Gymnastics Parking
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Gymnastics vs. Auburn (Link to Pink)

Florida Gators Gymnastics logo

Ticketing: Information regarding season tickets for Gator Gymnastics can be found at FloridaGators.com

Meet Information

  • Meet Start: 8:15pm
  • Doors: 7:00pm
  • Gates: Gate 1, 2 and 3 will be open to the general public. Gate 3 will be the only entrance available for UF Students.
  • 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: Open throughout the concourse.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security & Prohibited Items: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Parking: Parking will be first come, first served in the O’Connell Center parking garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center on the corner of Gale Lemerand and University Ave. The O’Connell Center flat lot is reserved for passholders only. A shuttle will also be provided starting a half hour before doors in Lot 109. For information on the location of each lot, please refer to the following: Gymnastics Parking
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Gymnastics vs. Georgia (Alumni Night)

Florida Gators Gymnastics logo

Ticketing: Information regarding season tickets for Gator Gymnastics can be found at FloridaGators.com

Meet Information

  • Meet Start: 6:15pm
  • Doors: 5:00pm
  • Gates: Gate 1, 2 and 3 will be open to the general public. Gate 3 will be the only entrance available for UF Students.
  • 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: Open throughout the concourse.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security & Prohibited Items: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Parking: Parking will be first come, first served in the O’Connell Center parking garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center on the corner of Gale Lemerand and University Ave. The O’Connell Center flat lot is reserved for passholders only. A shuttle will also be provided starting a half hour before doors in Lot 109. For information on the location of each lot, please refer to the following: Gymnastics Parking
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Gymnastics vs. Michigan State / Nebraska / Northern Illinois

Florida Gators Gymnastics Logo

Ticketing: Information regarding season tickets for Gator Gymnastics can be found at FloridaGators.com

Meet Information

  • Meet Start: 6:45pm
  • Doors: 5:30pm
  • Gates: Gate 1, 2 and 3 will be open to the general public. Gate 3 will be the only entrance available for UF Students.
  • 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: Open throughout the concourse.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security & Prohibited Items: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Parking: Parking will be first come, first served in the O’Connell Center parking garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center on the corner of Gale Lemerand and University Ave. The O’Connell Center flat lot is reserved for passholders only. A shuttle will also be provided starting a half hour before doors in Lot 109. For information on the location of each lot, please refer to the following: Gymnastics Parking
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Gymnastics Hype Night

Florida Gators Gymnastics logo

Event Information

  • Event Start: 6:30pm
  • Doors: 5:30pm
  • Gates: Gate 1 will be the only gate open for this event
  • Tickets: Tickets are free for this event
  • 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 in Gate 1 only
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security & Prohibited Items: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Parking: Parking will be first come, first served in the parking garage and flat lot adjacent to the O’Connell Center on the corner of Gale Lemerand and University Ave. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

UF College of Medicine Research Poster Session

UF College of Medicine Logo

The annual UF College of Medicine research poster session is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the strength of our research mission and programs, to appreciate the scope, quality and distinction of the science, and to launch new partnerships through vibrant, robust conversations. Let us celebrate the future as we join together in advancing discovery through innovation, collaboration, and inclusive excellence in research!

Event Information

  • Event Start: TBD
  • Entry: Patrons enter through Gate 1.
  • Camera Policy: Small personal cameras allowed. No professional cameras and NO DETACHABLE LENSES. The use of a flash is also prohibited.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording allowed for this event.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Stephen C. O’Connell Center Accessibility Information
  • Security: Full list of Security Policies
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Parking: Parking in the flat lot and garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center will be first come, first served. Parking lifted in these areas at 3:30pm on weekdays.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • Additional Information: For additional information, visit UF College of Medicine 2024 Research Poster Session