Category: Events

Ring in the new year with local fireworks

Sparks in the Park is back for another year at Depot Park to celebrate New Year’s Eve. The free event is open to the public and starts at 5 p.m. with a 20-minute musically choreographed fireworks show over the main pond starting at 6:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or chairs to enjoy the festivities in the park or view the show from the comfort of the Cade Museum’s galleries with a drink and snacks in hand.

Self-care simplified

Join Calm Health Dec. 16 at 1 p.m. to learn practical self-care strategies to manage stress, enhance resilience and support your overall wellness.

Explore spring training opportunities

Explore courses thematically via the UFHR website, or visit the digital training calendar to view upcoming trainings scheduled throughout the month.

Sixth annual facilities Christmas parade

Celebrate the holiday season with UF Facilities Services at its sixth annual Children’s Christmas Parade, coming up next Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 9 a.m.

UF Bookstore faculty and staff appreciation sale

Coming up Dec. 9-10, get a jump start on your holidays shopping with the UF Bookstore’s faculty and staff appreciation event.

UF community invited to sixth annual Holiday Gator lighting celebration

Faculty, staff, students, families and friends are invited to the sixth annual “Lighting of the Holiday Gator” this Friday, Dec. 5, at 5:30 p.m. on the lawn of the University Auditorium near the corner of Newell Drive and Union Road.

This year’s festivities will feature hot chocolate, apple cider and other holiday treats, as well as performances by members of three UF groups: the Gator Marching Band, the UF Sunshine Steelers and the UF Concert Choir.

University Press warehouse sale

Don’t miss the University Press of Florida’s warehouse sale, coming up Dec. 2–3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

How to set and keep your 2026 goals

Join Victoria Reidy Dec. 9 at noon to learn how to welcome 2026 with the focus and confidence to achieve your best year yet!

Celebrate the holidays with upcoming events and special discounts 

Throughout the upcoming season, the UF community can enjoy a variety of festivities to get into the holiday spirit.

Prepare for the reality of health care in retirement

Join Fidelity for a webinar on Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. to discover helpful strategies, tips and actionable steps to help you take charge of your finances.