Career Showcase is a University of Florida tradition. It offers recruiters the opportunity to find talented students and alumni for their organization.

Hosted by the university’s Career Connections Center, it is the largest campus-hosted career fair in the Southeast. Career Showcase is a two-day event that brings together students and employers for in-person networking and recruiting. Each day is streamlined towards professions in different areas with day one as non-technically focused, including business, non-profits, government, social services, hospitality, retail, etc and day two is focused around careers in technical fields, engineering, I.T., healthcare, construction, and more. In fall 2021, over 5,000 students from non-technical and technical fields attended Career Showcase to network with over 300 employers. A hiring manager’s dream, it’s easy to find your future talent at Career Showcase.

Non-Technical day: Featuring opportunities in accounting, management, sales, government, finance, hospitality, healthcare, communications, marketing, social services, and other non-technical professions.

Event 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 now allowed.
• Concession Information: Concessions are not available for this event.
• Parking: UF Parking restrictions will be in place during the hours of this event. Both the parking garage and flat lot adjacent to the O’Connell Center are permit-only.
• Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
• Security: See the Security Policies listed here
• Prohibited Items: Please see the above security link.
• Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
• More Info: For more info on the event, please visit the Career Connections Center

Ticket Info

Tickets are FREE to UF students with a valid UF ID and are only available at the O’Connell Center Box Office.

Tickets will go on sale at NOON on Monday, August 19th.

YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ENTER THE BUILDING ON THE NIGHT OF THE SHOW WITHOUT A SCANNABLE UF ID (can be either physical or digital).

Event Information

• Date: Thursday, August 22nd
• 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 »

Match Information

• Match Time: 1:00pm
• Doors Open: 12:00pm
• 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 on weekends 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

Match Information

• Match Time: 1:00pm
• Doors Open: 12:00pm
• 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 on weekends 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

Event Information

• Match Time: 2:00pm
• Doors Open: 1:00pm
• Opponent: Georgia Southern
• Admission: Free. No tickets needed for this event.
• 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 is lifted on weekends on campus. Spots will be available outside the O’Connell Center in the adjacent parking garage and 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 »

Unite is a movement of college students united to lift the name of Jesus. Join us for Unite Florida on October 23 for a night of powerful worship and impactful messages from Johnathan Pokluda and Jennie Allen.

Tickets

Unite Florida is a free event, but UniteUS asks that you register to ensure they can plan for you before spaces fill. You can register at the link in their Instagram Bio (@unite_us) or on their website (uniteusmovement.com)

Additional Information

• Doors: 6:30pm
• 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 »

Frequently Asked questions

Click FAQs for a full list of questions regarding this event from UniteUS.

Full Event Details: Craft Festival 2024

The Stephen C. O’Connell Center is excited to host the Craft Festival on Saturday, November 3oth and Sunday, December 1st 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: 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 »

TICKETS

Tickets will be available for purchase when we get closer to the date of the show. You can refer back to this page to see when tickets will be made available. Tickets will be valid for entry on either date, but can only be used once. Coupons for the show will also be available HERE. You are able to scan the QR code on the coupon and enter the offer code ONEOFF to unlock a $1.00 discount on tickets.

Excited to celebrate these University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

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

Participating Degrees: Arts; Design, Construction and Planning; Health and Human Performance; Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering; Journalism and Communications; Medicine; Nursing; Pharmacy; Public Health and Health Professions; Veterinary Medicine

Additional Information

• Camera Policy: Professional cameras allowed, however, are subject to be searched at the doors
• Concession Information: Concessions available for this event.
• Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
• Accessible Gates: Guests enter through Gate 1. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
• More Information: Visit the Registrar website for more information on this event.
• Security: See the Security Policies listed here.
• Metal Detectors: https://www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu/metal-detector-screening/
• Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
• Parking: Information found here: Commencement Parking
• Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
• Regalia: Order UF regalia at the UF Commencement website.

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

Celebrate these University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 12:30pm for guests
Processional: Begins at 1:40pm

Additional Information

• Camera Policy: Professional cameras allowed, however, are subject to be searched at the doors
• Concession Information: Concessions available for this event.
• Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
• Accessible Gates: Guests enter through Gate 1. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
• More Information: Visit the Registrar website for more information on this event.
• Security: See the Security Policies listed here.
• Metal Detectors: https://www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu/metal-detector-screening/
• Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
• Parking: Information found here: Commencement Parking
• Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
• Regalia: Order UF regalia at the UF Commencement website.

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

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 »