Washington Commanders training camp is in Ashburn every summer. Tickets are free but limited; 2026 fan days ran Aug. 1-19. 2027 dates are not out yet.
Last checked Oct. 19, 2026. This page is updated each year. Every fact comes from the Washington Commanders’ training camp page.
Every summer the Washington Commanders hold training camp at their practice facility in Ashburn, and fans can watch for free. Tickets are free but limited: you claim them in advance through SeatGeek, up to six tickets and one parking pass, for one day of camp only. The 2027 schedule has not been announced; the team posts it on its training camp page.
In 2026 the fan days ran from Saturday, Aug. 1, to Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the BigBear.ai Performance Center. Six of the 11 days were for season ticket members only.
Know before you go
- Tickets: free, through SeatGeek; children of all ages need a ticket
- One day only: each fan can claim tickets for one day of camp
- Parking: Gray Lot on site, pass required, claimed with your tickets
- Updates: the team says to use the Commanders mobile app for schedule changes
The 2026 schedule
| Date | Day | Lots open | Gates | Practice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Aug. 1 | Back Together Saturday | 7 a.m. | 7:30 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. |
| Aug. 3, 4 and 5 | Season ticket members only | 7 a.m. | 7:30 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. |
| Friday, Aug. 7 | Military Appreciation Day | 7 a.m. | 7:30 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. |
| Saturday, Aug. 8 | Kids Day | 7 a.m. | 7:30 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. |
| Aug. 10 and 11 | Season ticket members only | 7 a.m. | 7:30 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. |
| Wednesday, Aug. 12 | Season ticket members only | 9 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. |
| Tuesday, Aug. 18 | Open to the public | 7 a.m. | 7:30 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. |
| Wednesday, Aug. 19 | Open to the public | 7 a.m. | 7:30 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. |
The team says practice dates and times can change without notice, especially in bad weather. Season ticket members get their access details by email. We will post the 2027 schedule here when the team releases it.
Tickets and cost
- Admission: free.
- How to get in: claim tickets on SeatGeek. They then live in the Washington Commanders app under “Tickets.”
- Limits: up to six tickets for one day. Children count toward the six.
- Seats: two sets of bleachers, one along the sideline and one in the end zone, first come, first served. You can bring a blanket or lawn chairs to sit on the grass.
- Food: the Pepsi Food Truck Village sells food and drinks, and a water station is free. Bring a reusable bottle. The team also points fans to One Loudoun, a five-minute drive away, for food after practice; see our One Loudoun guide.
- Team store: a pop-up store sells Commanders gear. Card and tap to pay only; no cash.
Parking
Parking is limited to the Gray Lot on site at the BigBear.ai Performance Center, and you need a parking pass claimed on SeatGeek with your tickets. Each fan can claim one parking pass, and the team asks fans to carpool.
What to bring, and what to leave at home
There is no clear bag rule at camp, but every bag is searched. Not allowed:
- alcohol, glass bottles and fireworks
- animals, except certified service animals
- pop-up tents and shelters
- professional cameras, video cameras, tripods and camera stands
- drones, laser pointers, megaphones and air horns
- weapons, knives and self-defense spray
- handing out or selling literature or merchandise
What to know
- Photos: phones are fine during parts of practice, but no photos or video during team periods (7-on-7, 11-on-11, special teams and installs). Staff say when photos are allowed again. Breaking the rule can get you removed.
- Autographs: players and coaches may sign after practice, but it is up to them and not guaranteed.
- Rain or shine: practices go ahead in rain. In severe weather fans may not be allowed to watch.
- Accessibility: ADA help is available; tell event staff when you arrive.
- Early starts: most practices begin at 8:30 a.m., so plan for an early morning and summer sun.
What this means for you
If you want to go in 2027, watch the training camp page and the Commanders app next summer and claim tickets as soon as they open, because each fan gets only one day. For the rest of the summer, see things to do this month and our One Loudoun Carnival page.
Frequently asked questions
Is Commanders training camp free?
Yes. Admission to the open practices in Ashburn is free, but you must claim tickets in advance through SeatGeek, up to six tickets and one parking pass for one day of camp.
Where is Commanders training camp?
At the team’s BigBear.ai Performance Center in Ashburn. Parking is in the Gray Lot on site, and you need a parking pass claimed with your free tickets.
Do kids need a ticket for Commanders training camp?
Yes. The team says the number of tickets you claim must include children of all ages.
What time does Commanders training camp start?
In 2026 parking lots opened at 7 a.m., gates at 7:30 a.m. and practice at 8:30 a.m. on most fan days.
When is Commanders training camp 2027?
The team has not announced 2027 dates. In 2026 the first fan practice was Saturday, Aug. 1, and the last two, open to the public, were Aug. 18 and 19.
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