O'Connell Center

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

UF Delta Gamma – Anchor Splash 2025

Location: Natatorium (Pool)
Doors: 11:00am
Ticketing: This is a non-ticketed event

Additional Information

  • Gates: Patrons will enter through Gate 2
  • 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 »

Fall Club Swim Meet

Location: Natatorium (Pool)
Doors: 10:00am

Additional Information

  • Gates: Gate 2 will be open for the General Public and competitors
  • Security: Patrons and competitors 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: Not available for this event
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking will be available in both the garage and flat lot adjacent to the arena. Parking is lifted on weekends.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Club Water Polo Fall Tournament

Location: Natatorium (Pool)
Doors: 3:00pm (Saturday) & 8:00am (Sunday)

Additional Information

  • Gates: Gate 2 will be open for the General Public and competitors
  • Security: Patrons and competitors 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: Not available for this event
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking will be available in both the garage and flat lot adjacent to the arena. Parking is lifted on weekends.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour

The Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour is coming to Gainesville on JANUARY 12, 2026!

This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 Years of Jaw-Dropping “No Way!” moves, 100 Years of “Wow!” and 100 Years Heart-Pounding Thrills! The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to the O’Connell Center with their most LEGENDARY TOUR EVER. From gravity-defying dunks to game-changing tricks, experience the team that redefined basketball!  This is history you can feel!

A warning to any fans with light sensitivity that strobing effects will be used during light shows within the Harlem Globetrotters game.

Event Information:

  • Doors: 6:00pm
  • Gates: Gate 1 will be open.
  • Camera Policy: The Harlem Globetrotters encourage fans to take photos, home videos, etc. so all patrons may bring cameras of any kind.
  • 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: Parking will be available in the garage and lot adjacent to the O’Connell Center
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • Tickets: Tickets will go on-sale on Ticketmaster.com starting Monday, September 22nd at 10:00am.

Gator Growl 2025

PLEASE NOTE: The on-sale for this event will take place on Friday, August 29th 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 Friday, August 29th on Ticketmaster.com.

UF ACCENT Presents: Bryan Cranston

Doors will open at 6 PM and the show will begin at 7 PM. You will not need to pre-register for this event, but seating is limited. Bags will NOT be allowed inside the arena. Only students with a valid Gator-1 ID will have access for this free show. It is recommended to arrive promptly in order to secure a spot. We can’t wait to see you all there!

Additional Information

For more information on the event, please visit the ACCENT Speakers Bureau Page on Instagram.

Private Event

A private event will be taking place inside the O’Connell Center on April 9th. This event is by invitation only. Please check our weekly calendars to see what daily activities will be impacted.

Private Event

A private event will be taking place inside the O’Connell Center on April 10th. This event is by invitation only. Please check our weekly calendars to see what daily activities will be impacted.

Jeff Dunham – Artificial Intelligence Tour

Ticket Info

Ticket sales will begin on Monday, August 4th. Tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or at the O’Connell Center Gate 1 Box Office.

Event Information

  • Date: Wednesday, November 19th at 7:00pm
  • Doors: 1 hour prior to show start
  • 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 »

UF Panhellenic Bid Day

The individuals who have participated in recruitment will find out which sorority gave them a bid!

Event Information

  • Doors: 2:30pm
  • 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.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security & Prohibited Items: Metal detectors will be in use.  See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Parking: Parking will be available in the O’Connell Center parking garage, as well as the lot surrounding the garage.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »