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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WWAY) — The Carolina Panthers will host their annual Fan Fest powered by Verizon on Friday, July 31, at Bank of America Stadium.
The event gives fans a chance to watch the Panthers practice ahead of the 2026 season while enjoying live entertainment, an autograph session and a post-practice fireworks and laser show.
Gates open at 5 p.m., with pre-practice entertainment beginning at 5:30 p.m. Players will take the field for warmups at 6:30 p.m., and team practice is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m.
After practice concludes, select players will participate in an autograph session before the evening wraps up with a fireworks and laser show.
Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Carolina Panthers Charities, which supports programs and initiatives serving communities across North and South Carolina.
Event schedule
5 p.m. — Gates and team store open
5:30 p.m. — Pre-practice entertainment
6:30 p.m. — Player warmups
7:30 p.m. — Team practice
After practice — Autograph session
Post-practice — Fireworks and laser show