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.

Volleyball Fan Day 2019

Autographs with the team will follow an exhibition match vs UCF.

The University Athletic Association will supply 2019 Florida volleyball team posters for coach and athlete autographs. The UAA cannot allow outside items to be brought in to the event due to NCAA compliance rules.

Additional Information:

Cirque Musica Presents Holiday Wishes

Cirque Musica presents Holiday Wishes brings a holiday story to life in a full theatrical cirque event for the entire family. Featuring the world-renowned cast of Cirque Musica with your favorite holiday hits all performed LIVE by a full symphony orchestra.

Audiences will be amazed by the acrobats, aerialists, hilarious hijinks and holiday cheer. The show blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with the sensory majesty of a symphony orchestra.

VIP Experience
Starting 45 minutes before the show, 100 guests will be treated to an exclusive Cirque Musica experience! Guests will get to meet and take pictures with the cast, enjoy holiday refreshments, and view a private performance!
Prices:
Adults – $50
Children (under 12) – $30
Treat your party to an experience they will never forget!
*Purchase your tickets
HERE

*Patrons MUST also have a ticket to the show to attend the VIP Experience

Additional Information

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

Craft Festival 2019

Full Event Details: Craft Festival 2019

The Stephen C. O’Connell Center is excited to host the Craft Festival on Saturday, December 7th and Sunday, December 8th from 10am – 5pm. Our Craft Festival is an annual event that showcases crafts that are authentically made by talented artisans and crafters. The Craft Festival provides an excellent opportunity to shop for unique merchandise and gifts and features hundreds of different vendors. Come find something special for yourself or that hard to shop for person in your life.

Additional Information

  • Gates: The Administration Gate closest to the O’Connell Center parking lot will be open for the public.
  • Camera Policy: All cameras will be allowed for this event.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed.
  • Concession Information: Various stands will be open around the arena. A visual map will be provided upon entering the building.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Parking: Parking is lifted on campus during the weekend. The closest lot will be the O’Connell Center parking lot adjacent to the building. Alternative parking can be found around campus. For more information, please refer to the UF parking map.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Ticketing Information: Tickets can be purchased at the link provided above. Tickets are valid for entry on either date, but can only be used once. Coupons for the show are also available HERE. Coupons must be printed out to be used.

Career Showcase 2019: Day One/Non-Technical Day

Calling all Gators hoping to enter fields like accounting, health care, communications, education, sales, and retail. Wherever your interests lie, there’s a variety of employers from diverse industries who have come to the University of Florida to network with students just like you.

For more information, including resources to prepare, go to:  https://career.ufl.edu/students/events-and-programs/career-showcase/

Additional Information

  • Gates: Entrance is located at 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 restrictions are lifted beginning at 3:30 pm Monday thru Friday. It is open parking past 3:30 pm on these days. 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. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

New Student Convocation

Convocation is the official welcome into the Gator Community. This formal ceremony is the only time that the Class of 2023 will be together in one location!

Attendance at new student convocation is required for all Summer B and Fall admitted first-year students. This includes students who recently graduated from high school with their AA degree.

Additional Information

  • Gates: Enter through Gate 1. This will be the only open gate.
  • 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 restrictions are lifted beginning at 3:30 pm Monday thru Friday. It is open parking past 3:30 pm on these days. 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. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Volleyball vs. Stanford

Come on out to the home opener of the season! Cheer on the Florida Gators as they go against the defending national champions on our home court.

For ticketing information, go to:  https://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/_tickets_volleyball_.aspx

Additional Information

  • Gates: Guests will enter through Gate 1. This will be the only gate open.
  • 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 »

2019 Speedo Championship Series – Southern Zone South Sectional Championship

The spectator entrance to the O’Connell Center Pool is located at Gate 2. The competitor entrance is located at the lower-level Gate 3 pool deck doors.

Doors will open 30 minutes prior to the start of warm-ups for each session.

  • 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. Outside food and drink is also prohibited.
  • Camera Policy: Small personal cameras are allowed. No professional cameras.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording are allowed for this event
  • Concession Information: Available in Gate 2 lobby. Spectators are not permitted to bring in outside food or drinks.
  • Disabled Patron ServicesAccessibility Information
  • Parking: On Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, parking will be available at the O’Connell Center flat lot and garage. On Friday, parking will only be available at Flavet Field until 3:30 pm, following that time parking will be permitted on the O’Connell Center flat lot and garage.
  • DirectionsMap and Driving Directions »

For  additional event details, go to: https://www.gainesvillesportscommission.com/events/2019-speedo-championship-series/

Summer 2019 Master’s, Specialist’s, & Bachelor’s Degrees Ceremony

ASSEMBLY

Gate 4 at 8:30 am

Master’s and bachelor’s degrees will be conferred and individual candidates will be recognized.

ATTENDEES

  •  Arts
  •  Agricultural and Life Sciences
  •  Design, Construction and Planning
  •  Education
  •  Health and Human Performance
  •  Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering
  •  Journalism and Communications
  •  Liberal Arts and Sciences
  •  Medicine
  •  Nursing
  •  Pharmacy
  •  Public Health and Health Professions
  •  Veterinary Medicine
  •  Warrington College of Business

Additional Information

Summer 2019 Doctoral Degree Ceremony

ASSEMBLY

Gate 4 at 2:30 pm

Ph.D., Ed.D, Au.D., D.B.A., D.P.M, D.N.P., and PharmD degrees will be conferred and individual candidates will be recognized.

ATTENDEES

  •  Arts
  •  Agricultural and Life Sciences
  •  Design, Construction and Planning
  •  Education
  •  Health and Human Performance
  •  Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering
  •  Journalism and Communications
  •  Liberal Arts and Sciences
  •  Medicine
  •  Nursing
  •  Pharmacy
  •  Public Health and Health Professions
  •  Veterinary Medicine
  •  Warrington College of Business

Additional Information

2019 Florida Volleyball Camps

The University of Florida will be hosting a series of volleyball camps throughout the month of July.

UAA Policy allows participation in overnight/resident camps only for campers age 13 or older at the start of the camp session.

All Skills Camp

Monday, July 15 – Thursday, July 18

  • Open to girls 10 years of age and older
  • Per Camper Cost
    Resident Cost: $425
    Commuter Cost: $340

Serving Camp

Thursday, July 18

  • Open to girls 10-18 years of age
  • Per Camper Cost
    $75

Team Camps I & II

Team Camp I: Friday, July 19 – Sunday, July 21
Team Camp II: Friday, July 26 – Sunday, July 28

  • Team camp is designed for high school teams ONLY, not junior high.
  • Per Camper Cost
    Resident Cost: $320
    Commuter Cost: $265

Specialty Position Camp

Tuesday, July 23 – Thursday, July 25

  • Open to girls 13 years of age and older
  • Per Camper Cost
    Resident Cost (UF Housing): $375
    Commuter Cost: $310

For additional information, including registration links and itineraries, please visit:

https://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/_camps_volleyball_.aspx