UF’s 103rd Homecoming Weekend fills Gainesville with parades, Gator Growl

Thousands turned out along 13th Street and University Avenue for the University of Florida’s annual homecoming parade on Friday, October 9, with floats, marching bands, and vehicles processing through campus. That evening, Gator Growl returned to the O’Connell Center featuring comedian Nikki Glaser, UF grad Laura Rutledge, and former Gator football player Brandon Spikes — with live student skits making their first appearance at the event in more than 20 years. The weekend festivities preceded Saturday’s football game against South Carolina.

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