Welcome Expo

✨ About Welcome Expo

For over 25 years, the UCF Welcome Expo has highlighted a wide range of UCF programs, campus resources, and local businesses.

Hosted by the Knights Major Exploration and Transition Center (KMETC), the event is held during the first week of fall classes, and regularly attracts over 3,500 attendees. This popular event offers both new and returning students a valuable opportunity to engage with UCF’s growing student community all in one central location.

🤝 This Year’s Local Businesses!

Connect with local businesses, explore unique experiences, and be a part of a campus tradition that brings students and businesses together!

We are so grateful to all of the local businesses participating in the 2026 Welcome Expo!

Do not miss the opportunity to engage with the vibrant UCF local community in 2026:

Email welcomeexpo@ucf.edu if you are interested in learning how YOU can promote your business this August!

🎓 Campus Partners

Looking to get more involved, find support, or discover new opportunities on campus? Come connect with a wide range of UCF departments, programs, and resources! Whether you are seeking academic help, career guidance, wellness services, or ways to get involved, this event is your gateway to everything UCF. Don’t miss your chance to build connections and make the most of your college experience!

📋 2026 Welcome Expo Vendor Registration

Packages and Sponsorships

2026 Welcome Expo Packages and Sponsorships– Sold Out

All packages and sponsorships for the 2026 Welcome Expo are officially sold out! Thank you to all of our partners for their incredible support. If your organization is interested in participating in future participation, please check back for updates on opportunities for the 2027 Welcome Expo.

We are excited to announce that the 2026 Welcome Expo is proudly sponsored by SeaWorld Orlando as our presenting sponsor. We are also grateful to Aquatica for supporting the event through a sponsorship package. We look forward to partnering with these organizations to create an engaging and memorable experience for our students.

Registration and Payment

The 2026 Welcome Expo registration has closed. Be sure to bookmark this page, and check back often, for details on Welcome Expo 2027.

Giveaways and Food

Bring your brand to life at the Welcome Expo through giveaways and food offerings. Draw students in and highlight what your organization brings to the area. Below, participating vendors can view guidance on swag and samples, in accordance with UCF requirements, to spark engagement, boost visibility, and create meaningful connections with students.

Giveaways are encouraged to boost visibility, build buzz, and welcome students to the Orlando area.
- Previous year swag provided by vendors include: stationary products, sunglasses, reusable bags, coupons, and much more.
- Previous year vendors have raffled gift baskets, gifts cards and services.
Food vendors are permitted to bring sample-size food items with prior approval. To learn more, email welcomeexpo@ucf.edu for required food documentation.
Pre-packaged food, usually found in dry goods sections of grocery store, are permitted. This includes granola bars, candy and chips.

IMPORTANT:

Monetary transactions for the sale of goods and services is NOT permitted. No exchange of any form of payment between Welcome Expo participants and vendors is permitted at the event.
Home cooked/baked goods are NOT permitted at the event.

Vendor FAQ

The Welcome Expo Vendor FAQ brings together the most commonly asked questions to help vendors navigate event details with ease. If you do not see your question addressed here, feel free to email our team. We are always happy to help keep your Expo experience running smoothly.