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.

Commencement- Pharmacy Ceremony

Come join the University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @12:30pm

Attendees:
Pharmacy (PharmD) students

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Commencement- Law Ceremony

Come join the University of Florida Levin College of Law graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrances:

Gate 1, Guest Entrance – Doors open @ 9:00am

Gate 4, Graduate Entrance – Doors open @ 7:30am

Attendees:
Levin College of Law graduates, alumni and guests

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Florida Invitational Step Show 2019

Doors: 6:00pm

The 2018 Florida Invitational Step Show is set to take place on February 16th at 7:00 PM.

The Florida Invitational Step Show is the largest student ran step show in the southeastern region of the United States, hosted by the University of Florida’s Black Student Union.

Additional Information

  • 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 are not allowed
  • Concession Information: Open at all gates
  • Disabled Patron ServicesAccessibility Information
  • SecuritySee the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • ParkingPlease 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.
  • DirectionsMap and Driving Directions »

21 Savage

SGP is excited to bring 21 SAVAGE to Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center on April 15th! Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show will begin at 7:30 PM. April 15th is the rescheduled date for the previously announced February 27th Black History Month performance. All tickets already purchased for will be valid for the rescheduled date.

21 Savage is one of the biggest names in rap music today. Having released his first studio album, Issa Album, in 2017, he quickly earned his place in the Billboard Hot 100 Top 20 with the hit song, “Bank Account”. Later, 21 Savage reached number one single for his collaboration with Post Malone on “Rockstar”. His latest album, I Am > I Was, featuring artists such as Travis Scott, Post Malone, Childish Gambino, Offset and J. Cole, has already gained plenty of praise and attention.

Additional Information

  • Gates: Gate 1 will be open for the General Public.
  • 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 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 »

FHSAA HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITIVE CHEERLEADING STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019

Location: Exactech Arena
Doors (both days): 7:00am for competitors/athletes 8:00am for parents and patrons
Admission Information: $12.00 per patron – Gate 1 Box Office.
You will need to purchase a ticket for each day you attend. One ticket does not gain entry for both days.
Host: Gainesville Sports Commission and the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA)

The Florida High School Athletic Association will be hosting their High School Competitive Cheerleading State Competitions in the Exactech Arena. Join us as these talented high school teams compete for the title of Florida State Champions!

  • Security: Patrons will be asked to pass through metal detectors prior to entry in the building. Please refer to our Metal Detector Screening page for more information on this policy.
  • Prohibited Items: Please see our Security Policies page for a list of prohibited items.
  • 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 are allowed for this event
  • Concession Information: Available in Gate 1 lobby. ONLY COMPETITORS are allowed to bring in a water bottle, but NO other outside food or drinks will be permitted inside the building.
  • Disabled Patron ServicesAccessibility Information
  • Parking – Parking will be available in the North Lawn as well as Flavet Field; please refer to the following MAP for directions. Parking is lifted in the O’Connell Center lot and Garage at 3:30pm each weekday
  • DirectionsMap and Driving Directions »
  • More Info: For more information on the event, please refer to the FHSAA Website.

For more events hosted by the Gainesville Sports Commission, please refer to their website at: https://www.gainesvillesportscommission.com/

College of Medicine Research Poster Session

Description: This event is an opportunity to collaborate and reflect on the quality of research conducted within the College of Medicine. It is a time to appreciate the impact that research has and how it continues to propel the College of Medicine and the University of Florida forward.

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Katsu Challenge

Registration for the Katsu Challenge will open at the beginning of January, 2019. The Katsu Dojo will email when registration is open and also post it on the Katsu Dojo Facebook page.

Host: Gainesville Sports Commission

Additional Information

  • Security: Patrons will be asked to pass through metal detectors prior to entry in the building. Please refer to our Metal Detector Screening page for more information on this policy.
  • Prohibited Items: Please see our Security Policies page for a list of prohibited items.
  • Parking: Parking will be available in the North lot and garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • Additional Information: For additional information on the event and registration, please follow the link to the Katsu Dojo website.

Dance Marathon

Dance Marathon at the University of Florida is an annual 26.2 hour event benefiting the patients of UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital in Gainesville, Florida. Each year, more than 800 students stay awake and on their feet to raise money and awareness for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. In the 23 years of Dance Marathon at UF’s existence, more than $15.2 million has been donated, making it the most successful student-run philanthropy in the southeastern United States. In 2018, DM at UF raised a grand total of $3,026,420.19 for UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, our local CMN Hospital.

  • Security: Patrons will be asked to pass through metal detectors prior to entry in the building. Please refer to our Metal Detector Screening page for more information on this policy.
  • Prohibited Items: Please see 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 is 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.

Career Showcase Technical Day

Perfect for Gators in computer science, engineering, information systems, research, and other technical fields! Log in to Gator CareerLink to see what employers are attending and the areas they’re looking to hire for.

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Career Showcase Non-Technical Day

Calling all Gators hoping to enter fields like accounting, health care, communications, education, sales, and retail. Log in to Gator CareerLink to see what employers are attending and the areas they’re looking to hire for.

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