Events and activities occurring at Knights Plaza Entertainment and Retail District

Monday, February 09, 2026

  • Chair Chat with Dr. Nored

    UCF Downtown: DPAC 161

    Connect, learn, and celebrate! Join the Department of Legal Studies for an informal chat with Dr. Nored, Department Chair. Discover more about your program, explore ways to get involved, and enjoy King Cake as we celebrate Mardi Gras together.

    Knights Plaza
  • Boss? Nah: Turn What You Know into a Business

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    You don’t need a million-dollar idea, rich parents, or years of experience to start a business - you need the right mindset and the skills you’re already building right now. In this talk, entrepreneur Renee Overton-Palma shares her real, unfiltered journey from corporate life to business ownership and breaks down how everyday experiences - classes, group projects, internships, part-time jobs, …

    Knights Plaza
  • Art Exhibit - Between Learning & Becoming (Recurring Event)

    601 W. Livingston St.: 5th floor lobby

    The UnionWest Gallery at Valencia Downtown presents an exhibition showcasing the creative works of Valencia students, highlighting their artistic growth and diverse expressions across various mediums. Celebrating exploration and self-expression, the exhibition captures the transformation of learning into vision through painting, design, sculpture, and digital media. Each piece reflects the evolving voices of emerging artists and the vibrant spirit of …

    Knights Plaza