The national champion Florida men's basketball team will celebrate with Gator Nation on April 12 at the Orange & Blue Game.
Honoring a Florida Legend Under the Lights of the Swamp
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — This Saturday, Gator Nation will unite to honor the Florida men's basketball team’s national championship during a special 30-minute halftime celebration at the Orange & Blue Game, held at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Admission is free.
The football game kicks off at 1 p.m., with the championship festivities scheduled to begin around 2 p.m. Fans can look forward to hearing from Coach Todd Golden and select players in conversation with Voice of the Gators Sean Kelley, along with a highlight reel showcasing the team’s unforgettable title run.
Gates open at 11:30 a.m., and general parking will be available on a first-come, first-served basis in non-reserved campus lots, including Lots 114 and the Stephen C. O’Connell Center garage. (Scroll down for full gate and parking details.)
The day kicks off with Gatorland Fan Fest at 10 a.m. on the North Lawn of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Fans can snap a photo with the championship trophy and pick up a commemorative poster, also available at select concourse locations.
Championship merchandise will be available at the UF Bookstore, online Gator SportShop, a pop-up stand at Gate 9, and online at the Gator SportShop.
Florida Gators Athletics extends its appreciation to Publix, State Farm, and UF Health for their support of Saturday’s celebration.
The event will be broadcast live on the Gators Sports Network from LEARFIELD, with video coverage available for streaming at a later date.
Season tickets for the 2025–26 season are now available at FloridaGators.com/tickets.
Stadium Entry & Seating
Gates at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium will open at 11:30 a.m. for general fan entry. Fans can enter through Gates 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 12, 15, and 18. General admission seating will be available in the west and east stands, along with the lower north and south end zones.
Premium seating access begins at 11 a.m. and is reserved for premium season ticket holders. To access premium tickets, fans can log into their account via the Florida Gators App or visit www.floridagators.com/myaccount.
Parking & Traffic Info
General parking will be available on a first-come, first-served basis in all non-reserved campus lots, including Lot 114 and the Stephen C. O’Connell Center garage.
Please note: parking on grass or sidewalks is prohibited, and vehicles parked in these areas may be subject to towing.
