Stephen C. O'Connell Center
Gainesville, FL
250 Gale Lemerand Drive 32611
VENUE GUIDE
Stephen C. O'Connell Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Stephen C. O'Connell Center
Make the event easier by staying close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center and the surrounding Gainesville area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Reitz Union Hotel
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (1,251 reviews)
AC Hotel Gainesville Downtown
0.7 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (583 reviews)
Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr by IHG
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (1,403 reviews)
Hotel Eleo
1.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (707 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Stephen C. O'Connell Center & the Area
Stephen C. O'Connell Center is an event venue in Gainesville, FL. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Stephen C. O'Connell Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Gator Corner Dining Center
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (500 reviews)
Shake Smart
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (28 reviews)
Baba's Pizza
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (12 reviews)
THE NOSH SPOT By Gator Kosher-Chabad UF
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
Panda Express
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (121 reviews)
Mi Apa Latin Cafe UF Reitz Union
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (16 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Balls
0.4 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (119 reviews)
Salty Dog Saloon
0.4 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (231 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.5 mi from the venue
Coffee near Stephen C. O'Connell Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (136 reviews)
Pascal's Coffeehouse
0.5 mi from the venue
Coffee near Stephen C. O'Connell Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (358 reviews)
Dunkin'
0.6 mi from the venue
Coffee near Stephen C. O'Connell Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (215 reviews)
Concord Coffee
0.7 mi from the venue
Coffee near Stephen C. O'Connell Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (96 reviews)
Museums
Florida State Collection of Arthropods
1.6 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention
1.6 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (748 reviews)
Attractions
Lake Alice Field
0.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (48 reviews)
UF Bat Houses
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (1,145 reviews)
Loblolly Woods Nature Park
1.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (827 reviews)
Albert Ray Massey (Westside) Park
1.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (731 reviews)
Shopping
Westgate Regency Shopping Center
1.3 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (587 reviews)
Creekside Mall
1.5 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (229 reviews)
Colonial Square
1.7 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (65 reviews)
34th Street Plaza
1.8 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (733 reviews)
Gainesville Shopping Center
1.8 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,083 reviews)
Gainesville Plaza
2.1 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,461 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Gator Corner Dining Center
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Stephen C. O'Connell Center for after the show or game.
Today: 8:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (500 reviews)
Panda Express
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (121 reviews)
Pokébowl Station
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (313 reviews)
Vietnamese Grille
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (418 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Balls
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (119 reviews)
Salty Dog Saloon
0.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (231 reviews)
Getting to Stephen C. O'Connell Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Stephen C. O'Connell Center in Gainesville, FL. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Regional Transit System (RTS) serves Gainesville, FL. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Stephen C. O'Connell Center can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
Not Verified
Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Stephen C. O'Connell Center have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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