Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws deep from the pocket during training camp practice in Oxnard, California, August 13, 2025.
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The Dallas Cowboys will open their 20th training camp in Oxnard, Calif., on July 29.
The Cowboys released their practice and team activity schedule for next month’s training camp on Wednesday, with several sessions that will be open to the public and free of charge.
That begins with the first workout at 11:45 a.m. (Pacific time) on Wednesday, July 29 until the final open practice on Tuesday, Aug. 18, which will be a joint practice with the New Orleans Saints. Public entry will open two hours prior to practice.
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The Cowboys’ time in Oxnard will also be highlighted by the opening ceremony on July 29 and a special Cowboys Back Together Saturday fan event on Aug. 1 that will feature live music, a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders autograph session and more. Additionally, Aug. 6th, the team will host a Heroes Appreciation Day to show their gratitude towards military personnel and first responders. Fans wearing military or first responder uniforms or who show military ID will receive free general admission parking and two reserved spots on the sideline VIP structure to view practice.
Training camp will conclude on Aug. 18th, before the Cowboys depart that week for their preseason match-up at the Arizona Cardinals on Aug. 22nd.
Check out key dates for training camp in Oxnard plus the full practice schedule below.
2026 Dallas Cowboys Oxnard Training Camp Key Dates
All times Pacific Coast Time (July 29-Aug. 18)
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Wed., July 29 First practice, 11:45 a.m.
Sat., Aug. 1 Opening Ceremony-Cowboys Back Together Saturday, 11:15 a.m.
Mon., Aug. 3 First padded practice, 11:45 a.m.
Thurs., Aug. 6 Heroes Appreciation Day, 11:45 a.m.
Tues., Aug. 11 Joint practice at the Los Angeles Rams (Time is TBD) @ Rams Village in the Warner Center in Woodland Hills
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Tues., Aug. 18 Joint practice in Oxnard vs. New Orleans Saints (2:00 p.m.) (last open practice for fans)
2026 Dallas Cowboys Oxnard Practice Schedule
Wednesday, July 29 – Open Practice, 11:45 a.m.
Thursday, July 30 – Open Practice, 11:45 a.m.
Friday, July 31 – 5th Oxnard Fan Night hosted by Visit Oxnard at The Collection at RiverPark, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
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Saturday, August 1 – Cowboys Back Together Saturday & Opening Ceremony presented by American Airlines
11:15 a.m. Opening Ceremony
11:45 a.m. Open Practice
Sunday, August 2 – Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Dance Clinic at Rio Mesa High School from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
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Monday, August 3 – Open Practice, 11:45 a.m.
Tuesday, August 4 – Open Practice, 11:45 a.m.
Wednesday, August 5 – Dallas Cowboys NFL FLAG Training Camp presented by UHG
Thursday, August 6 – Heroes Appreciation Day presented by USAA, 11:45 a.m.
Saturday, August 8 – Open Practice, 11:45 a.m.
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Sunday, August 9 – Open Practice, 11:45 a.m.
Tuesday, August 11 – Open Joint Practice vs. the Los Angeles Rams @ at Rams Village in the Warner Center in Woodland Hills, CA. Time is TBD.
Thursday, August 13 – Open Practice, 11:45 a.m.
Friday, August 14 – Open Practice, 11:45 a.m.
Saturday, August 15 – Preseason Game 1 at Seattle Seahawks: Lumen Field, 7:00 p.m. CT
Monday, August 17 – Open Practice, 11:45 a.m.
Tuesday, August 18 – Open Joint Practice vs. New Orleans Saints in Oxnard, 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 22 – Preseason Game 2 at Arizona Cardinals: State Farm Stadium, 9:00 p.m. CDT
Friday, August 28 – Preseason Game 3 vs. New Orleans Saints: at&T Stadium, 7:00 p.m. CDT