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Ben Hill Griffin Stadium "The Swamp"

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Prohibited Items

  • Food/drink containers, bottles, cans, thermoses, ice bags, ice chests, any artificial noise making device, large cameras, flags, umbrellas, back packs, carry bags, video cameras/cases or any items deemed hazardous by game management personnel will not be allowed inside the stadium. Law enforcement officials will have the right to inspect any item at any time.
  • The consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited.
  • Chairbacks larger than a single seat are prohibited.
  • Umbrellas may be checked in gates 3 and 14 for reclaim immediately after the game.
  • Authorities are allowed to inspect patrons entering the stadium for the purpose of spectator safety.

Fan Safety Policy

  • The University Athletic Association prohibits the throwing of any objects in the stands, including paper and plastic cups. Individuals found violating this policy will be removed from the stadium and could forfeit their season ticket privileges. Students involved in such activities or other disruptive behavior (e.g., fight,verbal abuse), will also be subject to disciplinary action through the Office of Student Services. Non-students, while not affected by the Student Conduct Code, are subject to arrest and prosecution under applicable laws and state statutes. Any block seating group found violating this policy is subject to losing its group seating privileges for the remainder of the year.
  • The University Athletic Association reserves the right to remove the ticket holder from the premises if in the sole opinion of the security personnel his or her conduct endangers or disrupts the players, coaches, officials, or other patrons.

Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited in all areas of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium with the exception of the designated smoking areas located in the North and South End Zones.

Lost and Found Information

  • Lost and found articles should be reported or turned into UAA Switchboard between Gate 1 and Gate 2 on the West side of the stadium.

Gator Sports Shops and Souvenir Stands

  • There are two Gator Sports Shops located in the stadium and are open all day on game day. They are located in the North End Zone next to Gate 8, and in the South End Zone next to Gate 18.
  • Gator souvenir stands are located throughout the main concourse areas of the stadium, and feature some items not available at the Gator Sport Shops.

Announcements

  • Stadium PA will be used only in the event of medical emergencies. Announcements must be cleared through stadium operations @ 375-GoUF.

Gate Information

  • Entry into the stadium will take longer due to tightened security measures at each gate. Fans are urged to arrive early. Gates open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. Gate 17 will now be used as a service gate only. Fans using this gate in the past must use alternate gates for entry.
  • Fans are encouraged to arrive early to avoid delays at gates due to construction and security measures.

Banner Policy

  • All banners must be in good taste, must not promote or endorse a political candidate or cause, and not contain any grotesque or suggestive expressions that reflect negatively upon the University of Florida. Banners cannot cover existing signs inside of the stadium. e.g., "This is Gator Country". Banners are not permitted on the overhang areas in the North and South end zone. Flags, banners, poles will not be allowed in the seating area of the stadium.
  • All banners are subject to the approval of stadium management and may be removed at any time if deemed inappropriate.

GATOR TICKET INFORMATION

  • Will call ticket sales at Gate 1, O'Connell Center. (Will call Gate opens 3 hours before kick-off.)
  • The University Athletic Association reserves the right to change the date(s) and starting time(s) of the game. These changes will not entitle the ticket holder to a refund.
  • The University Athletic Association is not responsible for lost, stolen, or destroyed tickets. This applies to tickets left at home on game day.
  • Every person entering the stadium must have a ticket regardless of age. This includes infants.

GENERAL SEATING INFORMATION

  • Seat Numbers: All seats in the stadium are numbered. As you look at the playing field from right to left, low seat numbers are to the left of each section, with the higher numbers going to your right. An aisle splits each section. Thus to the north of the 50 yard line, the high numbers will be closest to mid-field. To the south, low numbers will be.

RE-ENTRY POLICY

  • If you leave the stadium after your game ticket has been torn, you WILL NOT be permitted to re-enter the stadium. Medical and other special requests for re-entry will be handled by customer service personnel at Gates 2 and 14.

BLOCK SEATING

  • Students are reminded that the block seating arrangement in the stadium is analyzed each game. Locations of each group is recorded and distributed to game management personnel. Failure to comply with stadium policy could result in the elimination of block seating.

FIRST AID, PHYSICIANS, AND EMERGENCY PERSONNEL

First Aid Stations

  • South End Zone _ Second level Concourse behind Section 53.
  • North End Zone _ Centrally located on each level.
  • East Stands _ Lower concourse between Gates 13 and 14.
  • West Stands _ Lower concourse inside Gate 2.

PHYSICIANS AND EMERGENCY PERSONNEL

  • Physicians and Emergency medical personnel are available at the First Aid stations to respond to emergency medical needs.

HANDICAP SERVICES

  • Wheelchair seating is designated in the North and South End Zones on the lower concourse level. Parking is located at the north end of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. You must have a valid handicap parking placard. Parking is first some first served.
  • Contact the UAA Ticket Office for information. (352) 375-GoUF/ 800-34-GATOR (Fla only)

CAMPUS PARKING

All decal restrictions are lifted. Reserved RV parking is in the large, and small commuter lots and Pony Field Lot starting at 6 p.m. on Friday before the game. Best bet for late arrival parking is the garage on North/South Drive and Cancer Center lot. Garage 600 spaces

PARK & RIDE

Gainesville Regional Transit will provide shuttle service from the Oaks Mall, the downtown plaza and the UF Hotel and Conference Center. The downtown lots and garage are open on game days. All shuttle buses are handicap accessible.

POST-GAME TRAFFIC

When leaving campus on SW 13th Street avoid SW 16th Avenue and instead divert to Williston Road, then west to I-75. SW 2nd Avenue and North-South Drive change to one way after games.

 

  


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