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Category: Featured Events

Men’s Basketball vs. South Carolina

Come on Gators get up and go! Join us in the Exactech Arena as the Gators take on South Carolina at 7 pm.

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 is not allowed
  • Concession Information: Open at all gates
  • 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 grass area at the North end of the track accessed from S.W. 2nd Avenue.
    Gator Booster Reserved Parking     can be accessed from Gale Lemerand Drive or S.W. 2nd Avenue. (Media and GB passes only access off S.W. 2nd Ave)
    General Public     fans are encouraged to utilize the Fast Break Shuttle to the O’Connell Center. The BASKETBALL FAST BREAK SHUTTLE parking shuttle will be available for all home games at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center:
    PARKING LOCATION: Commuter Parking Lot and Garage V – Gale Lemerand Drive just South of Museum Road
    SCHEDULE: Pick-up begins 2 hours prior to tip-off and Drop-off runs for 60 minutes following each game.
    SHUTTLE ROUTE: Buses will depart from the commuter lot bus stop and drop-off at the arena bus stop outside Gate 2. The route will be reversed following the game.
    COST: FREE for all Gator Fans.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Men’s Basketball vs. Texas A&M

Come on Gators get up and go! Join us in the Exactech Arena as the Gators take on Texas A&M at 12 pm.

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 is not allowed
  • Concession Information: Open at all gates
  • 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 grass area at the North end of the track accessed from S.W. 2nd Avenue.
    Gator Booster Reserved Parkin    g can be accessed from Gale Lemerand Drive or S.W. 2nd Avenue. (Media and GB passes only access off S.W. 2nd Ave)
    General Public     fans are encouraged to utilize the Fast Break Shuttle to the O’Connell Center. The BASKETBALL FAST BREAK SHUTTLE parking shuttle will be available for all home games at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center:
    PARKING LOCATION: Commuter Parking Lot and Garage V – Gale Lemerand Drive just South of Museum Road
    SCHEDULE: Pick-up begins 2 hours prior to tip-off and Drop-off runs for 60 minutes following each game.
    SHUTTLE ROUTE: Buses will depart from the commuter lot bus stop and drop-off at the arena bus stop outside Gate 2. The route will be reversed following the game.
    COST: FREE for all Gator Fans.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Men’s Basketball vs. Kentucky

Come on Gators get up and go! Join us in the Exactech Arena as the Gators take on Kentucky at 8:15pm.

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 is not allowed
  • Concession Information: Open at all gates
  • 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 grass area at the North end of the track accessed from S.W. 2nd Avenue.
    Gator Booster Reserved Parking     can be accessed from Gale Lemerand Drive or S.W. 2nd Avenue. (Media and GB passes only access off S.W. 2nd Ave)
    General Public     fans are encouraged to utilize the Fast Break Shuttle to the O’Connell Center. The BASKETBALL FAST BREAK SHUTTLE parking shuttle will be available for all home games at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center:
    PARKING LOCATION: Commuter Parking Lot and Garage V – Gale Lemerand Drive just South of Museum Road
    SCHEDULE: Pick-up begins 2 hours prior to tip-off and Drop-off runs for 60 minutes following each game.
    SHUTTLE ROUTE: Buses will depart from the commuter lot bus stop and drop-off at the arena bus stop outside Gate 2. The route will be reversed following the game.
    COST: FREE for all Gator Fans.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Men’s Basketball vs. Missouri

Come on Gators get up and go! Join us in the Exactech Arena as the Gators take on Missouri at 7 pm.

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 is not allowed
  • Concession Information: Open at all gates
  • 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 grass area at the North end of the track accessed from S.W. 2nd Avenue.
    Gator Booster Reserved Parking     can be accessed from Gale Lemerand Drive or S.W. 2nd Avenue. (Media and GB passes only access off S.W. 2nd Ave)
    General Public     fans are encouraged to utilize the Fast Break Shuttle to the O’Connell Center. The BASKETBALL FAST BREAK SHUTTLE parking shuttle will be available for all home games at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center:
    PARKING LOCATION: Commuter Parking Lot and Garage V – Gale Lemerand Drive just South of Museum Road
    SCHEDULE: Pick-up begins 2 hours prior to tip-off and Drop-off runs for 60 minutes following each game.
    SHUTTLE ROUTE: Buses will depart from the commuter lot bus stop and drop-off at the arena bus stop outside Gate 2. The route will be reversed following the game.
    COST: FREE for all Gator Fans.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

FHSAA High School Competitive Cheerleading State Championships


Afternoon/Evening (See the full day event »)
The Florida High School Athletic Association hosts day 2 of 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! Tickets are $10.

Additional Information

  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • 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 at Gate 2
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking is available in the O’Connell Center parking lot and garage
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

FHSAA High School Competitive Cheerleading State Championships


All Day (See the afternoon/evening portion info »)
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! Tickets are $10.

  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • 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 at Gate 2
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking is available in the O’Connell Center parking lot and garage
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

UF Swim and Dive vs. Tennessee

Watch your Gators take the pool as they take on Tennessee in their first meet back in the Dome! It’s sure to be a great day to be a Florida Gator!

Additional Information

  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • 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 at Gate 2
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking is available in the O’Connell Center parking lot and garage
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Gymnastics vs. Auburn


Event Description
Join Gators Gymnastics as they chomp the competition in a meet against the Auburn Tigers starting at 6:45 PM in the Exactech Arena!
Additional Information

  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • 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
  • Parking: Parking in the O’Connell Center Lot will be first come, first serve. A shuttle service will be available beginning at 5:00pm and will run until approximately 30 minutes after the event. Shuttle route: buses will depart from the commuter lot bus stop and drop-off at the arena bus stop outside Gate 2; the route will be reversed following the event. Visit the Gymnastics page on FloridaGators.com for more information on reserved parking.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Women’s Basketball vs. Tennessee

Event Description
Watch the Florida Gators take on Tennessee in an SEC face-off in the Exactech Arena starting at 7 pm! We’ll see you there!
Additional Information

  • Security: Click here to view security policies.
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • 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
  • Parking: Parking is available in the O’Connell Center parking lot and garage
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

CRC’s Career Showcase Technical Day

Event Description
Do you have a future in computer science, engineering, information systems, research and other technical fields? Join the Career Resource Center for CRC Showcase and get to know employers and find the perfect fit for your future career!

Additional Information