STEPHEN C. O'CONNELL CENTER TRANSPORTATION
Private Chauffeur & Black Car Service for Concerts, Graduations & Events
PREMIER PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR SERVICE AT THE STEPHEN C. O'CONNELL CENTER
At FTS Limousine & Black Car, we provide private chauffeur, black car and group transportation for events at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center on the University of Florida campus. From Gator basketball and gymnastics to concerts, commencement ceremonies, university events and touring productions, our professional chauffeurs provide scheduled transportation from Gainesville residences, hotels, airports and other pickup locations with service planned around the event schedule and current UF access conditions.
EVENT TRANSPORTATION AT THE O'CONNELL CENTER
Our team has been delivering transportation for major events at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center for over 20 years. Our team understands how these events create concentrated vehicle and pedestrian traffic around the University of Florida campus. Parking availability, road access, loading areas and event-day traffic patterns can also change depending on the event. We take the stress out of the transportation and make the day more enjoyable.
We coordinate scheduled drop-off and pickup around the passenger's itinerary and current UF event procedures, providing an alternative to driving, parking and coordinating separate vehicles for families or groups attending the same event.
EVENT FLEET OPTIONS FOR THE O'CONNELL CENTER
Our Gainesville limousine fleet is configured for a variety of Stephen O'Connell Center transportation needs, with vehicle options offering the right balance of passenger capacity, luxury appointments and maneuverability for navigating the UF campus during high-attendance events.
Every vehicle arrives fully detailed, climate-controlled, and stocked with complimentary chilled bottled water, soda, and ice depending on the vehicle. For commencement ceremonies and extended events, your chauffeur remains on standby, ensuring a seamless departure the moment the ceremony or performance concludes.
LUXURY SUVS
The preferred choice for families, executives and smaller groups attending commencement ceremonies, concert groups, and Gators basketball outings.
STRETCH LIMOUSINES
Hourly chauffeured transportation for graduation celebrations, concert evenings, special occasions and private groups attending events at the O'Connell Center.
MERCEDES SPRINTERS
Accommodates up to 14 passengers. Ideal for extended families attending graduation ceremonies, concert groups, and corporate event outings.
EXECUTIVE SHUTTLES
Higher-capacity transportation for university groups, corporate guests, extended families and organized groups attending the same event at the O'Dome
O'CONNELL CENTER EVENT TYPES & TRANSPORTATION LOGISTICS
Transportation for O'Connell Center events can be planned around passenger count, event timing, pickup location and whether the reservation requires a direct transfer, return transportation or hourly chauffeur service. We provide transportation for families, university guests, corporate attendees and private groups attending events throughout the year.
Some of the reasons people hire FTS Limousine for O'Connell Center event transportation services include: Graduations, Gators Basketball Games, Concerts, Conferences and more.
UF COMMENCEMENT & GRADUATION
Private chauffeur and group transportation for graduates and families attending college commencement ceremonies and related graduation activities at the O'Connell Center.
SEC BASKETBALL & GYMNASTICS
Private chauffeur, black car and group transportation for Gator basketball and gymnastics events, including season ticket holders, university guests and corporate groups.
LOCAL CONCERTS & TOURING SHOWS
Private chauffeur transportation for concerts and touring productions, with service that can incorporate pre-show dining and scheduled post-event pickup.
CAREER FAIRS & ACADEMIC CONFERENCES
Group transportation for visiting recruiters, conference speakers, and academic delegations attending O'Connell Center career expos and symposiums.
BEFORE & AFTER THE EVENT
O'Connell Center transportation can extend beyond the arena when the itinerary includes dinner, a reception, campus activities or another scheduled stop.
Depending on the reservation, service can be arranged as a direct transfer, scheduled return or hourly itinerary connecting the O'Connell Center with Downtown Gainesville, Celebration Pointe, Haile Plantation, local hotels, residences and other Gainesville destinations.
PROFESSIONAL EVENT CHAUFFEUR SERVICE
At FTS Limousine & Black Car, transportation for O'Connell Center reservations are planned around the confirmed event, pickup location, passenger requirements, vehicle and itinerary. Our professional chauffeurs provide scheduled door-to-door transportation, while our 24/7 live reservation and dispatch team remains available for itinerary updates and transportation changes.
Chauffeurs are scheduled to stage approximately 15 minutes before pickup, and return transportation is coordinated according to the reservation and current University of Florida event-access procedures.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
The designated rideshare and chauffeur drop-off zone is located along Gale Lemerand Drive near the main entrance. For premium events with VIP access, your chauffeur coordinates directly with event staff for expedited drop-off. Your driver will confirm the optimal approach route based on your specific event and seating section.
Your chauffeur stages at a pre-coordinated location near Museum Road or Fraternity Row, outside the immediate congestion zone. As the event concludes, SMS communication allows you to confirm your exact pickup timing. Your chauffeur navigates to the designated meeting point within minutes, bypassing the main rideshare queues.
Yes. We provide private chauffeur and group transportation for UF commencement ceremonies at the O'Connell Center, including transportation for graduates, families and extended family groups. Reservations can also incorporate hotels, campus activities, photographs, celebration dinners and other scheduled graduation weekend transportation.
Yes. Many clients combine evening event transportation with a multi-hour charter that includes pre-show dinner at Celebration Pointe or Downtown Gainesville, arena drop-off, and post-event celebration transportation. Your chauffeur remains on standby throughout the evening.
For graduation groups of 5 to 6 passengers, a luxury SUV can provide comfortable seating with additional room for personal items, gifts and flowers. For larger groups of up to 14 passengers, an Executive Mercedes Sprinter allows the family to travel together in one vehicle.
Yes. At FTS Limousine & Black Car, we provide executive black car, Mercedes Sprinter and group transportation for UF donor recognition events, booster functions, corporate hospitality and academic conferences at the O'Connell Center. Centralized billing and multi-vehicle coordination are also available for institutional and corporate clients.
RESERVE YOUR O'CONNELL CENTER TRANSPORTATION
Arrange private chauffeur, black car or group transportation for your next event at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Reserve online or call our 24/7 Gainesville reservation and dispatch team at (352) 538-5466.