The University of Central Florida’s annual holiday event, Light Up UCF, is returning to campus this November and the Student Government Association will host two nights dedicated to students.
SGA will on Thursday, November 14, 2013 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. and Monday, November 25, 2013 from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m. Both events will be taking place at Knights Plaza in front of the CFE Arena, and will be kicked off by Student Body President Melissa Westbrook.
“The event itself is simply a gift from SGA to accentuate the holiday season with a little bit of cheer, and allows students to take off their thinking caps and indulge in pure bliss,” a press statement from SGA said.
Limited edition “UCF Runs on Dunkin” tumblers will be distributed to the first 500 students on the first night and followed up with 250 on the second night. These tumblers, sponsored by SGA and Dunkin Donuts, will give students a free coffee on both student nights of Light Up UCF, as well as discounted coffee refills for the year at the Dunkin Donuts at Knights Plaza. Free pizza will also be given at 12 a.m. on the first night and 9 p.m. on the second night.
Light Up UCF consists of multiple attractions including: Orlando’s largest skating rink, a chance to take pictures with Santa in his workshop, a horse-drawn carriage and a Ferris Wheel. There will also be a showing of “Home Alone” that will begin promptly at 9 p.m. and “Fred Claus” will be shown at 6 p.m. on the second night.
“I’m really excited for what we have planned for this year’s Light Up UCF because this event has always been a phenomenal opportunity for students to get out of the house and engage in some light-hearted fun,” remarked Aubrey Marks SGA’s Director of Campus Life. “I feel like it has been taken to a pinnacle with the addition of a whole other day.”
The event will be free to UCF students during these two days, however, students are encouraged to get their wristbands in advance to expedite the process. Distribution for both days will be on November 13, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Union Atrium. Wristbands will still be available at the beginning of each student night, but long lines are expected.
Please be aware students are encouraged to bring canned goods and nonperishable items that will be collected by SGA and Volunteer UCF, all collected goods will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank.
