Orange & Blue Game, Presented by Florida Victorious: What You Need to Know
Florida’s annual Orange and Blue Game, presented by Florida Victorious, is back and here’s everything you need to know
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Gator Nation will get a sneak peek of their 2024 Florida Football team during this year’s Orange & Blue Game, presented by Florida Victorious, the official NIL partner of the Florida Gators.
Fans in attendance will enjoy a gameday environment in the Swamp full of excitement, giveaways and a chance to win a two-year lease on a brand-new Chevy Silverado. Fans will also have the opportunity to support Gators student-athletes through Florida Victorious in a variety of ways.
Admission is FREE and kickoff is set for 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 13.
* Gates Open at 11:30 a.m.
* General admission is free.
* Fans are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy all the pre-game activities.
* Pregame Gatorland Fan Fest on the North lawn opens at 10 a.m.
* Gator Walk is scheduled for 10:20 a.m.
* Kickoff is at 1 p.m.
* Non-reserved parking on campus will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
* Enter-to-Win: A two-year lease on a brand-new Chevy Silverado courtesy of Southern Chevy Dealers Ocala/Gainesville (click here<https://floridagators.com/sports/2024/2/20/silverado.aspx>). Must be present at the Orange & Blue game to be eligible to win.
* Public Giveaways: 2024 Orange & Blue Game roster cards, posters and magnets available on the concourse
* UF Student Giveaway: Exclusive all-over Gators t-shirt giveaway for the first 1,000 UF students, courtesy of American Campus Communities<https://www.americancampus.com/student-apartments/fl/gainesville> (gates 12 & 15)
* Two Bits: UF’s Student Body President Olivia Green will serve as this week’s honorary “Mr. Two Bits.”
* UF Baseball vs. South Carolina (Condron Family Ballpark): 4/12 @ 6:30 PM | 4/13 @ 4 PM | 4/14 @ 12PM. Limited tickets<https://www.ticketmaster.com/florida-gators-baseball-tickets/artist/1294070> available.
* Orange & Blue Weekend: UF will feature 10 home events across eight sports from April 12-14 throughout campus. Click here<https://floridagators.com/sports/2024/1/30/orange-and-blue-weekend.aspx> to check out the full schedule of weekend events.
* Game Day Questions: Ask Albert<https://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/_tickets_faq_.aspx>
Orange & Blue Game, Presented by Florida Victorious
Florida Victorious, the official NIL partner of the Florida Gators, has announced the start of their ‘Orange & Blue Campaign’. Fans can support Gator student-athletes during the campaign from now through the end of Orange & Blue Weekend. Click here<https://floridavictorious.com/> to learn more.
Exclusive Florida Victorious Postgame Meet and Greet
Join Head Coach Billy Napier, the Florida Gators Football team, and other Florida Victorious members for an exclusive, members-only meet and greet on the field following the 2024 Orange & Blue Game. Anyone joining before or during the game is eligible to attend, as well as current members. For more information, click here<https://floridavictorious.com/>.
Orange & Blue Weekend, presented by Southern Chevy Dealers Ocala/Gainesville
The Orange & Blue Football Game will be part of this year’s Orange & Blue Weekend, presented by Southern Chevy Dealers Ocala/Gainesville, which features 10 home events across eight sports from April 12-14 on UF’s campus. Click here<https://floridagators.com/sports/2024/1/30/orange-and-blue-weekend.aspx> to check out the full schedule of weekend events.
Join The Pregame Fun
Gatorland Fan Fest
Fans should visit Gatorland Fan Fest beginning at 10 a.m. hosted by Gators Sports Properties to enjoy live music, giveaways, interactive displays, and more. Make sure to visit the Gatorade truck inside Gatorland Fan Fest to pick up special giveaways while supplies last.
Admission to Gatorland Fan Fest is free, and it will be located on the North Lawn along University Avenue just outside Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
While in the North Lawn, fans should also stop by the Florida Victorious tent to learn more about the official NIL partner of the Florida Gators.
Gator Sportshop Tent Sale
Fans can swing by the Gator Sportshop, located outside Gate 9 on the northside of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, to gear up for game day. There will be a tent sale starting at 9 a.m. the day of the game, and feature items from 25-75% off. Visit the Sportshop online anytime at shop.floridagators.com<https://shop.floridagators.com/>.
Gator Walk
Fans can cheer on the team as they arrive for Gator Walk on the north end of the stadium. Gator Walk begins at 10:20 a.m.
Once in the stadium, fans can enjoy connectivity with #GatorsWIFI and pre-game activities, such as fireworks, Mr. Two Bits, and the team entrances.
Giveaways
Public Giveaways
Fans can pick up the official 2024 Florida Football Orange & Blue Game poster and team roster cards inside the stadium gates while supplies last. Magnet schedules for the 2024 season will also be available.
One lucky Gators fan at the Orange & Blue football game will win a two-year lease on a brand-new 2024 Chevy Silverado, courtesy of Southern Chevy Dealers Ocala/Gainesville. Fans can enter by clicking here<https://floridagators.com/sports/2024/2/20/silverado.aspx>. Must be present at the game to win.
UF Student Giveaways
All UF students should enter Ben Hill Griffin Stadium via gates 12 and 15. The first 1,000 UF students will receive an exclusive Gators all-over design t-shirt courtesy of American Campus Communities<https://www.americancampus.com/student-apartments/fl/gainesville>.
50/50 Raffle
The Gators 50/50 Raffle, presented by University of Florida Bookstore, is back for the Orange & Blue game. Fans can purchase tickets at Gators5050.com<https://gators5050.com/> through the beginning of the third quarter of the game. Half of the proceeds will benefit Gator Boosters<https://gatorboosters.org/index.html>. The Gators 50/50 Raffle is only available to individuals located within the state of Florida.
Enter the 50/50 Raffle<https://gators5050.com/>
Game Format
The team will split into two squads, and they will practice and meet separately during a portion of the last week of spring camp. On game day, the teams will run out of separate tunnels using both the home and visiting locker rooms.
The game will feature four quarters, a 15-minute halftime and a running clock with the exception of the last four minutes of each half. The clock will also stop for penalties, change of possession and scores.
Competition between the two teams will serve as a way for fans to experience a Gators game day at the Swamp.
Gates Open at 11:30 a.m.
Gates at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium will open at 11:30 a.m. Gates 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 12, 15 and 18 will open for fan entry. General admission seating will be located on the west and east stands, as well as the lower north and south endzones.
Access to the premium seating will require tickets and is reserved for premium season ticket holders. Entries to premium seating begins at 11 a.m.
Premium season ticket holders can access their tickets by logging into their account via the Florida Gators App<http://www.floridagators.com/app> or at www.floridagators.com/myaccount<http://www.floridagators.com/myaccount>.
Clear Bag Policy and Prohibited Items
In the interest of fan safety, the UAA’s clear bag polic<https://floridagators.com/sports/2016/4/11/clear-bag-policy.aspx>y<http://floridagators.com/sports/2016/4/11/clear-bag-policy.aspx> will be in effect at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during this year’s Orange and Blue Game.
Fans should also be familiar with the list of prohibited items<https://floridagators.com/sports/2016/4/11/clear-bag-policy.aspx> at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Click here<https://floridagators.com/sports/2016/4/11/clear-bag-policy.aspx> for more information regarding UF’s clear bag policy and the list of prohibited items.
Parking and Traffic
All non-reserved parking on campus, including Lots 114 and the Stephen C. O’Connell Center garage, will be available for general parking on a first-come, first-served basis. Flavet Field will be reserved for this weekend’s Tom Jones Invitational and will not be available for general parking.
Parking on the grass and sidewalks is not permitted and any vehicles doing so are at risk of being towed.
Tailgating
As a reminder, tailgating may only begin at 6 a.m. on gameday, it is not permitted in areas cordoned off by UF staff, and parking or additional tailgating spaces cannot be saved. A complete list of UF Tailgating polices can be found here<https://businessaffairs.ufl.edu/events/regulations-policies/>.
Restrooms
Inside the Stadium: Please refer to the Stadium Map<https://s3.amazonaws.com/sidearm.sites/gatorzone.com/documents/2020/9/22/2020_BenHillGriffin_Stadium_Map.pdf>.
Outside the Stadium: Before entering the Stadium, fans may utilize restrooms in the North Lawn starting at 9 a.m.
Family Restrooms are for those fans with small children and guests with disabilities, and are located on the West side of the Stadium inside the Gate 2 corridor between sections 6 and 8, and behind section 15.
Baby Changing Stations are located in various restrooms throughout Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
* North End Zone: Gate 8 (Women’s) & Gate 7 (Men’s)
* South End Zone: Gate 18 (Men’s)
* East Side: Section 36 (Women’s) & Section 40 (Men’s)
* West Side: Gate 2 (Men’s & Women’s)
In-Game Experience and Traditions
The Swamp is home to one of the most unique environments in college football. Once in their seats, fans will be able to experience and take part in the traditions that make Gator Nation on of the most exciting fanbases in college football:
UF Marching Band
Be sure to arrive early, and don’t miss the pregame performance by the University of Florida’s Fightin’ Gator Marching Band.
Honorary Two Bits
Join in one of the Swamp’s most iconic moments prior to kickoff with the Celebrity “Mr. Two Bits” cheer. UF’s Student Body President Olivia Green will be the Orange and Blue Game’s honorary “Mr. Two Bits.”
Spring Football Team Awards
2024 Spring Football Team awards will be presented at halftime to current football student-athletes.
‘I Won’t Back Down’ Tom Petty tribute
Florida Gators fans honor Gainesville, Florida, native Tom Petty in between the third and fourth quarters by singing “I Won’t Back Down,” one of the late artist’s biggest hits. The song first played on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017, against the LSU Tigers in which 90,000 fans sang along.
2024 Football Season Tickets
After five sold-out games in 2023, fans can now secure 2024 season tickets for the seven home games in The Swamp with matchups including Miami (Aug. 31), Samford (Sept. 7), Texas A&M (Sept. 14), UCF (Oct. 5), Kentucky (Oct. 19), LSU (Nov. 16) and Ole Miss (Nov. 23). Season ticket packages are available starting at less than $70 per game along with a Gator Boosters contribution.
Click here to secure Season Tickets<https://floridagators.com/feature/football-season-tickets>
