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.

Category: Events

Humans vs. Zombies

University of Florida’s game of Humans versus Zombies, nerf battles with a twist; filled with objectives, stories, power-ups, challenges, and more!

This event is only open to current UF students and will be limited to loaner blasters only. Feel free to arrive or leave anytime between doors open at 6:00pm and 9:00pm, and the event will end at 10:00pm! You must register at https://www.gatorhvz.com/events/ to participate in this event.

Full Rules:

  • Loaner blasters and darts only
  • No flashlights
  • Clear bags only
  • No full-face masks (costumes are encouraged though!)

Additional Information

  • Doors: 6:00pm
  • Ticketing: This is a non-ticketed event. UF Students only
  • Gates: UF Students will enter through Gate 2 only.
  • Security: Patrons will be asked to walk through metal detectors upon entry into the building. See all the Security Policies listed HERE
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking is lifted in the lot and garage adjacent to the arena starting at 3:30pm. Parking is first come, first served.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • More info: For more information on this event, please visit: GatorHvZ.com

Rosh Hashanah at The O’Dome

Event Information

  • Doors: 5:00pm
  • Gates: Enter through Gate 1.
  • 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
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Check security link above
  • Parking: Parking restrictions are lifted beginning at 3:30 pm Monday through 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 »
  • More Info: For more info, visit the ChabadUF Jewish Student Center website.
  • RSVP: To RSVP for the event, visit jewishgator.com

Gator Growl 2024

PLEASE NOTE: The on-sale for this event will take place on Tuesday, September 17th at 12:00pm. UF Students can purchase their tickets on ticketmaster.com. Click “Unlock Offer” to enter your 8-digit UFID to unlock the student pricing.

Additional Information

  • 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: 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 »
  • Tickets: Tickets will be available starting at 12:00pm on Tuesday, September 17th on Ticketmaster.com.

Florida Gators Swim and Dive vs. Indiana

Location: Natatorium (Pool)
Doors: Jan. 2nd at 4:30pm. Jan. 3rd at 12:00pm
Ticketing: This is a non-ticketed event

Additional Information

  • Gates: Gate 2 will be open for the General Public.
  • Security: Patrons will be asked to walk through metal detectors upon entry into the building. See all 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 parking lot and garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

UF DCP Construction Management Career Fair

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The M.E. Rinker, Sr. School of Construction Management Career Fair is held each fall to connect the exceptional students from the College of Design, Construction and Planning and industry leading companies from across the U.S.

Event Information

  • Gates: Employers should enter at the Administration Gate. Students should enter at Gate 1.
  • Camera Policy: Cameras are allowed for this event.
  • Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is now allowed.
  • Concession Information: Concessions are not available for this event.
  • Parking: Employers: parking is provided. Participating employers should contact the College of Design, Construction and Planning for details. General public: Parking restrictions are lifted beginning at 3:30 pm Monday thru Friday. It is open parking past 3:30 pm on these days. Parking is first come, first serve. For more information on locations, please refer to our Parking Information page.
  • 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 »