GHQ is hooking you and a friend up with spots on the guest list for the Quarters of Change at the Wooly on April 10, 2026. Rock out with this New York band as they celebrate the release of their new LP. Other acts include Charlie Burg, KHALIKO. Enter on our instagram @GHQFM for your chance to win.

DISCO, ALWAYS: A HARRY STYLES DANCE NIGHT Thursday, April 9th at Signal in Downtown Gainesville! PARTY & KISS & DISCO & DANCE all night long with us as we celebrate Harry’s new record!

GHQ is hooking you and a friend up with spots on the guest list for the Okeechobee Music Festival on March 19-22, 2026 in Sunshine Grove, Florida! Step through the portal and be teleported to a world of Music and Arts. Open your GHQ app for a chance for 2 spots on the guest list.

GHQ wants to take you to the cottage!

Vivid Music Hall is hosting the Heated Rivalry Dance Party February 25th and GHQ has entry covered for you and a friend! GHQ is giving away tickets, check out our instagram @ghqfm and the GHQ mobile app for your chance to win.

Get ready to laugh out loud! GHQ is hooking you up with a chance to get on the guest list for Gabriel Rutledge at Vivid Music Hall! Register on your GHQ Mobile app for a chance to snag a spot on the guest list!

Gator Nation’s largest student-run pep rally is back!

Get hyped!

Chomp for Charity 5k: 5:30 on September 26th at First Magnitude 

Leadership Pageant: 6:00 on October 9th at the University Auditorium 

Soulfest: 6:30 on October 10 at the Reitz Grand Ballroom

Festival: 9-12 on October 17 at Plaza of the Americas 

Gator Gallop: 10:30 on October 17 starting at Plaza of the Americas

Parade: 12:00 on October 17th on from Museum and 13th to University, down University to Main St

Good Times & Great Events

August 17 – 22, 2025

The Great Gator Welcome is your official kick-off to the Fall semester. From August 17 – 22, campus departments and student organizations will host events with opportunities for you to meet new people, get connected to the Gator student experience, explore campus and just have fun!

Stay up-to-date with all the events at @ufstudentengage on Instagram!

Trivia Night

August 17 | Reitz Union Grand Ballroom | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Doors Open at 6 

Grab some friends and join us for a fun night of trivia! Put your knowledge to the test with a mix of questions for a chance to win some prizes! Whether you’re in it to win or just for the laughs, it’s sure to be a great time!

Great Gator Coffee Hour

August 18 | Student Engagement Portal | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Swing by the Student Engagement Portal for coffee, pastries, and a little recharge! Join us for crafts, games, and the chance to connect with campus partners. Fuel up and connect with us then!

Speed Friending

August 19 | Honors Village | 5 – 8 p.m. 

Rain Location: Reitz Union

Come check out Speed Friending—a fun and easy way to meet new people! You’ll go through a few rounds of five-minute conversations to break the ice. After that, stick around to play games, hang out with your new friends, and enjoy some light refreshments!

Freshman Kickoff

August 20 | Gator Walk | 3 – 5 p.m. 

Rain Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 

If you haven’t had a chance to check out the student orgs on campus, Freshman Kickoff is the perfect opportunity! Chat with organization leaders, learn how to get involved, and enjoy some light refreshments while you explore. Don’t forget to pick up your class shirt if you haven’t already—just in time to head over to Convocation!

Convocation

August 20 | O’Connell Center | 4:30 p.m. 

Freshman Convocation is a special tradition that marks the official start of your college journey. It’s a time to come together with your class, hear from campus leaders, and celebrate the beginning of this exciting new chapter!

Class of 2029 Photo

August 20 | Ben Hill Griffin Stadium | 7 p.m. 

Once Convocation wraps up, make your way to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium to take part in the Class of 2029 photo! It’s a memorable tradition you won’t want to miss as you officially kick off your time at UF.

ACCENT Show with Bryan Cranston

August 21 | O’Connell Center | Doors open at 6 p.m., Event starts at 7 p.m. 

The Accent Speakers Bureau is the largest student-run speakers bureau in the nation, bringing influential figures like Ke Huy Quan, John Green, Barbara Corcoran, Tim Tebow, and now Bryan Cranston to campus for engaging talks and student-led Q&As.

GatorNights

August 22 | Reitz Union | 7 – 10 p.m. 

GatorNights is the University of Florida’s premier late-night event series held on Fridays at the Reitz Union, offering free entertainment like movies, live performances, crafts, games, and food to create a vibrant and safe social space for students.

Congratulations to our 2025 graduates! This spring we have our own Zach Cline walking across the stage at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center Sunday, May 4th.

CJC Graduate Recognition Ceremony

Graduation Information: 

• Ceremony Date and Time: Sunday, May 4, 9 – 11 a.m. 
• Location: Stephen C. O’Connell Center.
• Candidate Assembly: Gate 4 will open for candidates at 7:30 a.m. Candidates are required to wear regalia.
• Guest Admission: Gates 1 and 3 will open for guests at 7:30 a.m. 
• Tickets: We will not ticket this recognition ceremony nor restrict the number of guests-per-candidate.
• Contact: CJC Ceremony Coordination Team, graduation@jou.ufl.edu
• Reception: at Weimer Hall following the ceremony
• Livestream: Link for CJC Ceremony

Gator Market is a monthly outdoor market held on the Reitz Union North Lawn at UF during the spring and fall semesters. The event brings together a variety of vendors—from local and student-owned businesses to university departments and student organizations.

Attendees can explore a wide selection of offerings, including clothing, handmade goods, plants, jewelry, art, and food, making it a convenient and lively stop between classes.

Located in the heart of campus, Gator Market offers a casual, open-air shopping experience that celebrates creativity, community, and campus life.

Next Market Date has been canceled due to weather. We hope to see you again in the Fall!

For more information, visit https://union.ufl.edu/gatormarket/