Visit Oxnard Unveils Schedule for Annual Dallas Cowboys Training Camp and Oxnard Fan Night, Including Los Angeles Rams Scrimmage.
The highly-anticipated Dallas Cowboys Training Camp is returning to Oxnard, Calif. this summer, kicking off with the first open practice on Thursday, July 25, 2024. This annual, family-friendly experience will offer a total of 17 open practices, which is more than has ever been offered before, giving fans the chance to watch the professional football players in action as they train for their upcoming season.
“We are so excited to welcome America’s Team back to Oxnard this summer,” said Julie Mino Buffo, President & CEO of Visit Oxnard. “This is the 65th year that the Dallas Cowboys have held their summer training camp in Oxnard, which is a testament to our wonderful destination and engaged community. With five extra days of camp – more open practices than we’ve ever had – this year is sure to be one for the books!
Dallas Cowboys practices will be held at the River Ridge Playing Fields located at 2501 Ventura Road, and the majority will be open to the public with free admission. Open practices commence on Thursday, July 25 at 11:30am and continue through Wednesday, August 21.
On Friday, July 26, Visit Oxnard will host its third annual Oxnard Fan Night at The Collection at RiverPark from 4:00-6:00pm. The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will be performing, signing autographs and taking photos with fans, and freestyle rap artist Zeale will return as MC to energize the crowd with Cowboys inspired games and trivia. Attendees will also enjoy an appearance by Cowboys mascot Rowdy, and an appearance by local Oxnard hip hop dance crew Alias Dance Family.
Opening ceremonies and special fan event, Cowboys Back Together weekend, will be held on Saturday, July 27, with doors opening at 9:00am and Sunday, July 28. Fans can enjoy live music, appearances by Dallas Cowboys alumni, Dallas Cowboys mascot Rowdy, a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders autograph signing, exclusive merchandise deals, prizes, giveaways and more! The opening ceremony will take place at 10:00am, including a performance by the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and remarks from Cowboys Owner, President and General Manager Jerry Jones, before the open practice session at 10:30am. Cowboys Back Together weekend will continue on Sunday, July 28, with open practice at 11:30am.
Also on Sunday, July 28 is the popular DCC Dance Clinic, welcoming children ages 6 to 16 to join the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders for an afternoon dance camp at Rio Mesa High School.
Then on Wednesday, July 31, the Cowboys will host Heroes Appreciation Day to show their gratitude towards military personnel, first responders and front-line healthcare workers. Heroes Day will be open to the general public with Heroes being honored.
And finally, on Thursday, August 8, the Cowboys will scrimmage against the Los Angeles Rams, with an open practice beginning at 2:00pm.
In addition to the training sessions, the family-friendly experience will include various activities and entertainment including a Dallas Cowboys merchandise pop up shop, autograph opportunities, field access, appearances by Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and Rowdy at Opening Ceremonies, food and drink vendors and more.
Visit Oxnard will be running a daily VIP Pass giveaway for day passes to weekday practices excluding opening day, Heroes Appreciation Day or the Rams scrimmage.
Admission for the public to Dallas Cowboys camp activities and the spectating area is free; parking during the week is $10/day for small vehicles and $20/day for oversized vehicles, and parking on weekends is $20/day for small vehicles and $40/day for oversized vehicles. Payment for parking is cash only. The Residence Inn by Marriott at River Ridge will again serve as the headquarters hotel for the Cowboys.
Dates and times vary for the training sessions that will be open to the public. Visitors can find the up-to-date information and schedule at www.visitoxnard.com/dallas-cowboys-training-camp, and follow @visitoxnardca on Instagram and @oxnardca on Facebook for updates. For more information, call Visit Oxnard at 1-800-2-OXNARD.