The UnionWest Gallery at Valencia Downtown is hosting an exhibition featuring artwork produced by Valencia students in the Painting/Mixed Media course.See a diverse collection of projects that dissolve the boundaries between photography and painting. The work on view reveals each artist's evolving language as they manipulate emulsion, pigment, and texture to find personal and poetic resonance.The exhibit will be on view from October 9 to December 5, 2025.Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday 10am-4pm

Join us for Mat Pilates, a complete core workout that engages and challenges all stabilizing muscle groups. Designed to improve strength, flexibility, and posture while enhancing mental awareness, this mindful, full-body class is perfect for all fitness levels.Located on the 2nd floor of UnionWest, Suite 246 Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=24f1a045-3466-4ab7-b034-d8e596edb312

Join us on select Tuesdays as we host a different food truck on campus, offering additional food options for the campus community.Check the [@ucfdowntown Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ucfdowntown/) account each week to see which truck will be on campus and to explore their menu!* Oct. 7: [Allan's Jerk Shack](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fucf.us15.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dcec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927%26id%3Dd08e9cca94%26e%3D3184248b01&data=05%7C02%7Cashli.vanhorn%40ucf.edu%7Cfe547ce159474d73b43108de00e41feb%7Cbb932f15ef3842ba91fcf3c59d5dd1f1%7C0%7C0%7C638949176982618987%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uIUewGvdZ5ZZhEActS%2BgJ%2FPjJvk4TICTY9cz6xfFmvM%3D&reserved=0 "https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fucf.us15.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dcec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927%26id%3Dd08e9cca94%26e%3D3184248b01&data=05%7C02%7Cashli.vanhorn%40ucf.edu%7Cfe547ce159474d73b43108de00e41feb%7Cbb932f15ef3842ba91fcf3c59d5dd1f1%7C0%7C0%7C638949176982618987%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uIUewGvdZ5ZZhEActS%2BgJ%2FPjJvk4TICTY9cz6xfFmvM%3D&reserved=0") * Oct. 14: Victory Tacos and Al's Ice Cream (as part of Foam Splash) * Oct. 21: [BYOB International Fusion](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fucf.us15.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dcec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927%26id%3D3d1026c7a9%26e%3D3184248b01&data=05%7C02%7Cashli.vanhorn%40ucf.edu%7Cfe547ce159474d73b43108de00e41feb%7Cbb932f15ef3842ba91fcf3c59d5dd1f1%7C0%7C0%7C638949176982637364%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=TNRe9ZuRw6gCbmLraPwF0yBX8dAzshzwOK3GUDQLy%2FM%3D&reserved=0 "Original URL: https://ucf.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927&id=3d1026c7a9&e=3184248b01 Click to follow link.") * Oct. 28: [Smoke in the City BBQ](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fucf.us15.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dcec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927%26id%3De332ea72f4%26e%3D3184248b01&data=05%7C02%7Cashli.vanhorn%40ucf.edu%7Cfe547ce159474d73b43108de00e41feb%7Cbb932f15ef3842ba91fcf3c59d5dd1f1%7C0%7C0%7C638949176982654009%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SK8hIw%2FYFmHwAPK%2F1Ji%2ButX%2F%2BD0BVhT7qKtnjSAMJ18%3D&reserved=0 "Original URL: https://ucf.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927&id=e332ea72f4&e=3184248b01 Click to follow link.")

Join us for Cardio Barbell, a muscular endurance-focused class using group exercise barbells. Through fundamental strength moves that target the entire body, you'll challenge your muscles with added weight and varied tempo to build endurance and strength.Located on the 2nd floor of UnionWest, Suite 246 Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d37cc823-5562-4f9f-8d02-dfd224724a65 Registration Info: Walk-ins welcome

Join us for Well-o-ween, a unique wellness fair celebrating holistic well-being! This annual event welcomes all Valencia and UCF students, faculty and staff to explore diverse resources and activities focused on supporting your mental, physical and emotional health. Come discover practical tips and enjoy some "good-for-you" treats as we embrace a healthier fall season together.

Tuedays at 3pm in DPAC 265Every Tuesday in October the DTC Library will be screening a horror movie at 3pm! Stop by and grab a bag of fresh popcorn on your way to class or stay to watch the movie and get into the spirit of spooky season.* October 7- Bodies Bodies Bodies * October 14- Buffy the Vampire Slayer * October 12- Donnie Darko * October 28- Jennifer's BodyThe Downtown Campus Library is located in DPAC 265, on the 2nd floor of the DPAC East building.Free and open to all, no registration necessary.* Content warning: these films are rated R and contain graphic imagery and language.These films will be shown via Kanopy and Feature Films for Education, databases available through the UCF library!