Football is back in Carolina, but Panthers fans wonāt be able to attend training camp this year. Due to ongoing construction at Bank of America Stadium, practices are closed to the public for the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Rookies report on July 21, with veterans arriving on July 22.
Even without fans in the stands, this camp carries weight. The Panthers are under the spotlight heading into a make-or-break year, and these next few weeks will help shape the roster and the Panthersā playoff chances this fall.
Below are some of the noteworthy Panthers training camp dates for 2025.
While practices themselves are closed, there are still a few key dates to keep an eye on during camp, including joint practices with the Browns and Texans, plus the three preseason matchups leading into Week 1 of the 2025 season.
The Panthers are still offering fans a chance to get a glimpse of the team during Fan Fest. The event takes place Saturday, August 2, at Bank of America Stadium. The event includes practice, fireworks, and other entertainment. It also supports a good cause, with proceeds going to Carolina Panthers Charities. Tickets are available on the team website.
| Date | Location | Start Time (ET) | Open to Public? |
| Aug. 2 | Bank of America Stadium | 6:30 p.m. | ā Fan Fest |
| Aug. 6 | Bank of America Stadium | N/A | ā Joint practice with Browns |
| Aug. 14 | NRG Stadium | 9 a.m. | ā Joint practice with Texans |
Training camp is a chance for fans and bettors to get a preview of how the team is shaping up for the season. You might not be able to watch in person, but following along with player development and roster news can still give you an edge in the Carolina sports betting market.
As the Panthers continue their rebuild and push to be more competitive in 2025, a few key names will be front and center during camp. With a young quarterback, a highly touted rookie receiver, and a major defensive piece returning from injury, thereās plenty to keep an eye on.
Quarterback Bryce Young is looking to take a step forward after an up-and-down 2024, while rookie receiver Tetairoa McMillan enters camp carrying the expectations that come with being a top draft pick. On defense, Derrick Brownās return could be a game-changer if heās back to form after missing most of last season. How these three perform in camp could say a lot about where the Panthers are headed in 2025.
Every young quarterback enters training camp under the microscope, and thatās especially true in Carolina. Bryce Young showed flashes of growth late in his second season, but now he needs to take another step. His development under Dave Canales, back for his second year as head coach, and how quickly he connects with rookie McMillan could set the tone for the offense. With veteran Andy Dalton still in the room, Young has a steady presence to lean on as he continues to grow into the leader of this team.
Outside of the quarterbacks, Tetairoa McMillan might be one of the most-watched rookies in the league this summer. Carolina selected the wide receiver in the first round with hopes of adding a true playmaker, and heās got the tools to deliver. At 6-foot-4 with strong hands and clean routes, the focus in camp will be on how quickly he adjusts to the pro level, how he fits alongside veteran receivers, and whether he and Young can start building the connection the offense needs.
Defensive end Derrick Brown missed nearly all of last season with a knee injury, and his absence was felt. The Panthersā defense gave up more points than any team in NFL history and was one of the leagueās worst against the run. Before going down, Brown had been a force up front, and his return could be exactly what this defense needs to turn the corner. Training camp will be the first real look at where he is physically and whether heās ready to anchor a reworked defensive line trying to reset in 2025.
With upgrades still underway at Bank of America Stadium, fans wonāt be able to attend Panthers training camp practices this year. But there are still ways to get in on the action. Fan Fest takes place August 2, and Carolina will host both the first and final preseason games at home. The Panthers will also hold joint practices with the Browns in Charlotte and the Texans in Houston, though the former will not be open to the public.
While training camp practices are closed to fans, tickets are available for Fan Fest and both home preseason games at Bank of America Stadium. Fan Fest tickets are just $5, with all proceeds going to charity, and can be purchased online. Preseason tickets are also available through the Panthersā official site.
The Panthersā preseason opens at home against the Browns on August 8, following a joint practice earlier that week. Carolina will then head to Houston for another joint session and preseason game with the Texans on August 16. The team wraps up the preseason at home against the Steelers on August 21, before opening the regular season on the road in Jacksonville on September 7.
Itās a stretch that could give bettors an early read on where Carolina stands, and help shape the Panthersā Super Bowl odds for 2025.
The Panthers report to training camp with rookies arriving on July 21 and veterans on July 22. Practices will ramp up from there as the team begins preparations for the 2025 season.
The Panthers hold training camp at their practice fields adjacent to Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Some team activities also take place inside the stadium, though fans wonāt be in attendance this year due to ongoing construction.
The Panthers have not officially announced the final day of training camp. However, they are scheduled to hold a joint practice in Houston ahead of their second preseason game on August 16.
No, Panthers training camp is not open to the public this year due to ongoing construction. However, fans can attend Fan Fest at Bank of America Stadium on August 2.
The Panthers have not announced the date of their first padded practice. However, with their first preseason game set for August 8, the team will likely ramp up into padded sessions in the days leading up.
The only public practice this year will take place during Fan Fest on August 2 at Bank of America Stadium.
There are no open practices to attend in 2025, but tickets are required for Fan Fest and preseason games, the only public Panthers events this summer.
The Panthers are expected to announce their 2026 training camp schedule in late June or early July of next year.
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Calli is lifelong resident of Arizona and has been an avid sports fan since she can remember. After earning her Bachelorās degrees from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University, she combined her passion for journalism and sports. Calli has covered the NFL, NBA, MLB, NCAAF, college sports, and sports betting for several media outlets.
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