‘Tis the Season’: Panthers fans gather for 2026 Fan Fest at Bank of America Stadium

Hundreds of Carolina Panthers fans attended the 2026 Fan Fest in Charlotte, enjoying live entertainment, fireworks, and a chance to connect with the team ahead of the new NFL season.

Bethany CatesCHARLOTTE, N.C. —

Hundreds of Carolina Panthers fans filled Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte for the 2026 Fan Fest, celebrating the upcoming NFL season with energy and excitement.

“I’m super excited; this is my first time ever at Fan Fest, I’ve been a Carolina Panthers fan since ’98,” one attendee said.

“I’ve never been to one of these, so I’m excited,” another fan added.

“I’m a die-hard Panthers fan, I love them feeling good about tonight,” a third fan said.

Tickets for the event were priced at just $5.

“Yup, you can’t beat that,” one attendee said.

Fan Fest gave fans the opportunity to see their favorite players take the field, enjoy live entertainment, and experience a fireworks and laser show. Some attendees shared their thoughts on the team’s roster and their hopes for the season.

“Dan Morgan, he’s a great GM (general manager); he did good with the draft picks. I’m ecstatic for the season,” one fan said.

“It was a wild ride last season. It was ups and downs, had my heart cardiac catch, you know how we do, but it was good,” another fan shared.

Some fans even got the chance to perform with the TopCats, the Panthers’ dance team.

“They’re really inspiring, and they show us how much effort it takes to be a TopCat,” one participant said.

“We are so excited we can’t wait,” another added.

As fans count down to the start of the new season, many expressed optimism about what’s ahead.

“You know I think we’re going to have a great season,” one fan said.

The Carolina Panthers will face the Arizona Cardinals in their first preseason game in Canton, Ohio, on Thursday, Aug. 6.

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