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Category: Events

Men’s Basketball vs. LSU

We are off and running for the Gators in the SEC! Fresh off a road game with Vanderbilt, the Gators are set to take on the LSU Tigers inside Exactech Arena for their first SEC home game!

Ticketing:
The University Athletic Association is in the process of finalizing their ticketing procedure for the 2020-2021 Men’s Basketball schedule. In accordance with campus guidelines, face coverings (over the nose and mouth) will be required for all fans throughout the entire game. This includes when fans are entering and exiting the arena. Fans may only remove face coverings while actively eating or drinking. Failure to comply with this important health guideline could result in loss of ticket privileges. For more information on ticketing, go to: 
https://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/tickets_basketball_men.aspx

Additional Information

  • Tip-Off: 2:00pm
  • Doors Open: 1:00pm
  • Gates:  Gate 1 and 4 will be open to 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: Available throughout locations on concourse level. Concessions should only be consumed while you are at your designated seating location.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Parking: Parking in the flat lot adjacent to the O’Connell Center is reserved for Gator Boosters only. Parking in the O’Connell Center garage will be first come, first served. Additional parking information can be found HERE.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Men’s Basketball vs. Stetson

The 2019-2020 NCAA Basketball season ended prematurely, but the Florida Gators are back in action for the 2020-2021 season in Exactech Arena. The Gators will open up at home against the Stetson Hatters!

Ticketing:
The University Athletic Association is in the process of finalizing their ticketing procedure for the 2020-2021 Men’s Basketball schedule. In accordance with campus guidelines, face coverings (over the nose and mouth) will be required for all fans throughout the entire game. This includes when fans are entering and exiting the arena. Fans may only remove face coverings while actively eating or drinking. Failure to comply with this important health guideline could result in loss of ticket privileges. For more information on ticketing, go to: 
https://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/tickets_basketball_men.aspx

Additional Information

  • Tip-Off: 2:00pm
  • Doors Open: 1:00pm
  • Gates:  Gate 1 will be open to 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: Available throughout locations on concourse level. Concessions should only be consumed while you are at your designated seating location.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Parking: Parking in the flat lot adjacent to the O’Connell Center is reserved for Gator Boosters only. Parking in the O’Connell Center garage will be first come, first served. Additional parking information can be found HERE.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Volleyball vs. Georgia

No rest for the weary! The Gator are back in action this afternoon for Day 2 vs. Georgia!

The University Athletic Association has announced a reduced capacity seating plan for Gators Volleyball. In accordance with campus guidelines, face coverings (over the nose and mouth) will be required for all fans throughout the entire game. This includes when fans are entering and exiting the arena. Fans may only remove face coverings while actively eating or drinking. Failure to comply with this important health guideline could result in loss of ticket privileges. For more information on ticketing, go to: https://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/tickets_volleyball.aspx

Additional Information

  • Doors Open: 4:00pm
  • 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. Concessions should only be consumed while you are at your designated seating location.
  • 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 »

Volleyball vs. Georgia

Gators Volleyball is rolling through their fall schedule and ready to take on the Georgia Bulldogs!

The University Athletic Association has announced a reduced capacity seating plan for Gators Volleyball. In accordance with campus guidelines, face coverings (over the nose and mouth) will be required for all fans throughout the entire game. This includes when fans are entering and exiting the arena. Fans may only remove face coverings while actively eating or drinking. Failure to comply with this important health guideline could result in loss of ticket privileges. For more information on ticketing, go to: https://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/tickets_volleyball.aspx

Additional Information

  • Doors Open: 6:00pm
  • 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. Concessions should only be consumed while you are at your designated seating location.
  • 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. Alabama

It’s Day 2 of Gators Volleyball vs. the Crimson Tide!

The University Athletic Association has announced a reduced capacity seating plan for Gators Volleyball. In accordance with campus guidelines, face coverings (over the nose and mouth) will be required for all fans throughout the entire game. This includes when fans are entering and exiting the arena. Fans may only remove face coverings while actively eating or drinking. Failure to comply with this important health guideline could result in loss of ticket privileges. For more information on ticketing, go to: https://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/tickets_volleyball.aspx

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. Concessions should only be consumed while you are at your designated seating location.
  • 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 »

Volleyball vs. Alabama

Gators Volleyball is back and ready to take the court in Exactech Arena for the first time in 2020!

The University Athletic Association has announced a reduced capacity seating plan for Gators Volleyball. In accordance with campus guidelines, face coverings (over the nose and mouth) will be required for all fans throughout the entire game. This includes when fans are entering and exiting the arena. Fans may only remove face coverings while actively eating or drinking. Failure to comply with this important health guideline could result in loss of ticket privileges. For more information on ticketing, go to: https://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/tickets_volleyball.aspx

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. Concessions should only be consumed while you are at your designated seating location.
  • 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 »

FALL VIRTUAL COMMENCEMENTS

As recommended by the State University System, all commencement ceremonies scheduled to take place on December 18th and 19th will now be held virtually. No commencement ceremonies will take place at the O’Connell Center.

The full schedule of virtual events can be found at https://commencement.ufl.edu

The University is committed to rescheduling in-person ceremonies as soon as it is safe to do so.

Spring Undergraduate Research Symposium – Cancelled

This event has been cancelled. At this time there is no discussion of re-scheduling the date.

The Spring Undergraduate Research Symposium is a chance for students to present their research. All areas of research are accepted, and this is a great opportunity for students to present their summer work. Presenting at the symposium gives students valuable presentation experience, as well as a place to network and learn about research in a variety of fields.

Gate 1 doors will open for poster set-up at 11am.

  • 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: All University decal restrictions will remain in effect until 3:30pm. Students without decals should seek alternative forms of transportation or paid parking at the Reitz Union.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Gainesville Sun Home and Garden Show – Postponed

This event is currently postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date. Please check back here in the future for more updates.

Presented by the Builders Association of North Central Florida (BANCF) and The Gainesville Sun, the show will feature products and services related to home improvement, landscaping, remodeling, decorating and home sales. In addition to the many home and garden exhibits, the Home Show also includes informational seminars and how-to clinics.

The Home Show is unique in that it provides an opportunity for people to get new home improvement ideas, to have landscaping and remodeling questions answered and to see the latest home products all in one place and all at one time. This is an event you don’t want to miss!

  • 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 is prohibited 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, please refer to the Gainesville Builder’s Association website.

Greenhouse Church Easter Service

Greenhouse Church is celebrating Easter 2020 at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center with all of the Gainesville Community! Service will begin at 10:30am.

Gate 1 doors will open at 9:00am.

  • 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.
  • 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. Overflow parking will also be available on Flavet Field.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • More Info: For more information, please refer to the Greenhouse Church website.