ORLANDO – With the 2025-26 season quickly approaching, the UCF men’s basketball team announced that its upcoming matchup against Florida Atlantic will be played at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista on Monday, Dec. 23, with tipoff set for 2 p.m.
The in-state matchup, designated as the Holiday Festiball, will mark the 35th meeting between the two programs, with the first contest dating back to the 1992 season. It will also be just the second time in program history that the Knights will compete on the hardwood inside ESPN Wide World of Sports.
Set against the festive backdrop of Walt Disney World Resort, the Holiday Festiball will showcase premier college basketball talent while providing fans with a memorable holiday experience. The game will be played at the State Farm Field House, with broadcast details to be announced at a later date.
In addition to the on-court action, the Holiday Festiball will feature pregame festivities, appearances by Disney characters, and family-friendly entertainment, offering an ideal holiday outing for fans of all ages.
Tickets for the event can be purchased here.
About UCF Athletics
UCF is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. Our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically, and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the University. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as "Orlando's Hometown Team". To learn more about UCF and Athletics, please visit our websites at www.ucf.edu and www.ucfknights.com.