Everything you need to know before the Florida Gators spring game

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Gators will finish spring camp with the annual Orange and Blue Debut. The spring game is the culmination of a month’s worth of practice and an opportunity for fans to see the 2023 Gators for the first time.
This year’s Orange and Blue Game is scheduled to take place Thursday, April 13. The game will be streamed live on SEC Network + and ESPN +.
SEC Network+ is complementary to SEC Network and accessible with your TV provider credentials. It can be accessed through the ESPN App on smartphones, tablets, and connected streaming devices or via espn.com/watch. ESPN+ is a standalone streaming service that requires a subscription separate from your TV provider credentials. It is available to stream through the ESPN App on your favorite connected streaming devices and on ESPN.com.
Roy Philpott, Chris Doering, Pete Thamel will be on the call.
What to Know before the Gators spring game
- Gates Open at 6 p.m.
- General admission is free.
- Fans are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy all the pre-game activities.
- Pregame Fan Fest on the North lawn opens at 4:30pm.
- Gator Walk is scheduled for 5 p.m.
- Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m.
- All non-reserved parking on campus will be available starting at 3:30 p.m.
- General parking at Flavet Field will be available starting at 8 a.m.
- Free shuttle services from Parking Garage 109 start at 5:30 p.m.
- Public and Student Giveaways: UF students and general public can enter to win special prizes.
- Gators Volleyball vs. UCF at 6:00 p.m. (Exactech Arena at Stephen C. O’Connell Center). Admission is Free.
Public Giveaways
Fans can pick up the official 2023 Florida Football Orange & Blue Game poster and team roster cards inside the stadium gates while supplies last. Magnet schedules for the 2023 season will also be available.
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The Gators 50/50 raffle is back for the Orange and Blue game, and all fans in attendance will receive one free entry into the pool, with the ability to purchase additional raffle tickets. All 50/50 raffle tickets can be purchased at Gators5050.com.
All fans who claim their free 50/50 raffle ticket will also be entered to win prizes such as two 2023 Florida Football season tickets, a Throwback Florida Football helmet, four Single Day Passes to Busch Gardens, a James Bates three-piece art set, and more.
One lucky fan in attendance will win a new 2023 John Deere XUV560E Crossover Utility Gator, presented by Ag Pro.
Prize winners will be announced throughout the game and fans must be present at the Orange and Blue Game to win. Prizes can be claimed at the marketing table on the North Endzone Concourse.