UCF Downtown

09/03/2026

It’s giving “make new friends” energy today, Knights. 🎓⚡

Speed Friending is happening on Thursday, Sept. 3 in DPAC 107 from 12 PM – 2 PM. Quick convos, fun icebreakers and a genuinely easy way to meet fellow Knights without the awkwardness of just…walking up to someone.

Whether you’re still looking for your people or just want to expand your circle — this is your afternoon.

📍 DPAC 107 | 🕐 12 PM – 2 PM

See you in there. ⚡

09/02/2026

Wednesday is fully loaded 📚🎬⚡

First up, the RSO & Resource Fair is TODAY in DPAC 106-108 from 11 AM – 2 PM. Find your people, explore student organizations and campus resources, and grab some swag while you're at it.

Then tonight, simply cross the street to Luminary Green Park for the Luminary Market and Kaleidoscope 360° Movie Night. Browse unique vendors and curated goods starting at 5:30 PM, then stay for a screening of Encanto on the big screen at 7 PM. Right in our backyard. Free. Just bring a blanket and a friend.

Two reasons to have a great Wednesday. See you out there, Knights ⚡

🎯 RSO Fair: DPAC 106-108 | 11 AM – 2 PM
🎬️ Movie Night: Luminary Green Park | Market 5:30 PM | Movie 7 PM

08/31/2026

Tasty Tuesday is TOMORROW — and this week we're bringing island flavor to campus. 🌴⚡

Paula's Jamaican Cuisine is rolling onto campus with authentic Jamaican food that'll make your Tuesday afternoon something to look forward to.

Between DPAC & CMB | Tuesday, Sept. 1 | 11AM–4PM

📲 Check out their menu: https://buff.ly/o3dmCN4

08/27/2026

Your first week just keeps getting better. 🌍

Celebrate Taste of Downtown, UCF Downtown's signature Pegasus Palooza event celebrating the wonderful flavors of campus and our greater Orlando community.

Come hungry and come curious. International cuisines, live entertainment, and the chance to connect with fellow Knights from around the world — all right outside DPAC.

📍 Outside Dr. Phillips Academic Commons
🕐 Thursday, Aug. 27 | 11 AM – 2 PM

See you out there, Knights ⚡

08/24/2026

Tomorrow is your first Tasty Tuesday of the semester. 🍔

The Hook Orlando is on campus Tuesday, Aug. 25 with 100% certified Angus beef burgers, smoked brisket and pulled pork sandwiches, crispy chicken, loaded fries and more!

Between DPAC & CMB | Tuesday, Aug. 25 | 11AM–4PM

Menu 👉 https://buff.ly/1h3rglA

08/24/2026

Get around downtown Orlando for just $1 per ride, every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Even better, your first three rides are FREE with code RIDEDTO. Request a ride through the Circuit app and start exploring downtown!

🔗 https://bit.ly/4hXMiwr

08/24/2026

Today's the day, Knights. Welcome to fall semester at UCF Downtown. ⚡

Whether you're a first-year student stepping onto campus for the very first time or a returning Knight who knows every shortcut across campus — we are so glad you're here.

This campus is yours. The city is yours. Make the most of every single day in it.

And if you need help finding your way around today or tomorrow, look for our campus locators — they'll be out on campus Monday and Tuesday, ready to help you navigate, answer questions, and point you in the right direction.

You belong here, Knight. Now go show up. ⚡

08/20/2026

Classes start Monday! If you're still figuring out how to get here, we've got you covered. 🚗🚌⚡

Here's everything you need to know about getting to and around UCF Downtown:

🚗 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 A UCF parking permit is required in all UCF Downtown garages — at all times. Visiting friends or family? Make sure they purchase a virtual daily pass before they arrive. Parking on the street? Read every sign carefully for rules and time limits — City tickets are no joke!

🚌 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗦𝗛𝗨𝗧𝗧𝗟𝗘 The UCF Downtown Express Shuttle runs between main campus and downtown. A great option if you split your time between campuses. https://buff.ly/lrHeRms

⚡ 𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗘 𝗗𝗧𝗢 Need a quick lift around downtown? The Ride DTO app gets you an eco-friendly electric vehicle ride for just $1. Even better — your first three rides are FREE with code RIDEDTO. Runs daily 8 AM – 8 PM.

🛒 𝗟𝗬𝗠𝗠𝗢 + 𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗦𝗛𝗨𝗧𝗧𝗟𝗘 The free Lymmo bus and UCF's Downtown Grocery Shuttle both connect you to the nearby Publix. No car? No problem.

Save this post and share it with a fellow Knight who needs it. See you Monday! ⚡

08/19/2026

Less than one week until classes begin! UCF Downtown has everything you need to hit the ground running. ⚡

Here's a quick guide to the resources available right here on campus:

🍽️ Dunkin', Subway, and Qdoba are on the first floor of UnionWest. Starbucks is inside the Marriott, just steps from CMB. And every Tuesday from 11AM–4PM, a rotating food truck parks between DPAC and CMB — a different truck every week.

🌮 Hundreds of restaurants are within walking distance of campus. Need groceries? The free Lymmo bus and UCF's Downtown Grocery Shuttle both connect you to the nearby Publix.

💻 Need a MacBook, camera, or charging cable? Head to the 2nd floor of DPAC East Wing. Free to borrow with your UCF ID — just don't forget to bring it!

🖨️ Free printing is available on the 2nd floor of UnionWest with your UCF card. Free and paid options are also available in DPAC East Wing — $0.08 for B&W, $0.30 for color. Scanning is always free!

📚 You still have full access to UCF's library resources. Visit the John C. Hitt Library on main campus, or request home delivery straight to your door and return books via the Downtown Campus book drop.

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08/15/2026

A great opportunity for those working in the nonprofit sector - don’t miss it!

🤝 25 years of bringing nonprofit leaders and partners together—and we’re celebrating with you!🥳

Join us for the 25th Annual Nonprofit Partners Conference, where we’ll explore Collaborative Intelligence: People, Partnerships, and the Emergence of AI in the Nonprofit Sector.

This year’s conference is an opportunity to connect with nonprofit professionals, explore emerging ideas, share experiences, and discover how collaboration and AI are shaping the future of the nonprofit sector.

📅 Friday, September 25 | 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 UCF Downtown | DPAC Room 106
🎟️ Register today! https://tinyurl.com/3vke67tm

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