Before the Patriots kick off their season in Cincinnati on Sept. 8, fans can get an up-close look at Drake Maye and Co. this summer.

Maybe even an autograph.

Starting Wednesday, the Pats will hold 13 open practices leading up to their second preseason game and final home exhibition in mid-August. Admission to all open Patriots training camp practices is free.

Find all relevant information about Patriots training camp below.

Dates and times

All open practices will begin at 11 a.m. outside Gillette Stadium. Gates will open to fans at 10 a.m.

Training camp will open with three consecutive practices starting Wednesday, July 24.

The Patriots will be off Saturday, July 27, then return for three more practices July 28-30.

Leading into their first preseason game, the Pats will practice every day running Aug. 1-6, except Sunday, Aug. 4, an off day.

After hosting the Panthers in their preseason opener on Aug. 8, the Patriots will practice next on Monday, Aug. 12, and then welcome the Eagles for a single joint practice the following day. The Patriots do not currently have any open practices scheduled after Aug. 13.

The complete list of open practice dates is as follows: July 24-26, July 28-30, Aug. 1-3, Aug. 4-6, Aug. 12-13.

The Patriots will also hold a practice open only to season-ticket holders on Sunday, Aug. 11.

Parking

Free.

Fans can park around Gillette Stadium at no cost. Drivers traveling south on Rt. 1 are advised to use the P6 entrance, while fans driving north toward the stadium are encouraged to enter at P8.

Tailgating at training camp is not permitted.

Joint practices

The Patriots are hosting only one joint practice this year.

The Eagles will visit a few days before their shared preseason kickoff on Aug. 15. The Pats-Eagles joint practice will run on Tuesday, Aug. 13, on the same practice fields outside Gillette Stadium where fans can watch prior practices.

Autographs

Patriots players will sign autographs after every practice.

Historically, the team has rotated players by position. No additional details have been announced.

Special guests

The Patriots are scheduled to host several former players this summer, who will also participate in fan activities.

Ex-linebackers Rob Ninkovich and Ted Johnson will appear at the first practice once Wednesday, followed by former running back Sony Michel (July 25), wide receiver Danny Amendola (July 26), safety Patrick Chung and quarterback Brian Hoyer (July 28), running back Rex Burkhead (July 29), offensive tackle Marcus Cannon (July 30), center Dan Koppen (Aug. 1), defensive lineman Brandon Mitchell (Aug. 2), running back James White (Aug. 3), running back Damien Harris (Aug. 12) and wide receiver Deion Branch and running back Corey Dillon (Aug. 13).

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Inclement weather

The Patriots will practice rain or shine, but inclement weather and/or poor field conditions will close practices to the public.

In the event a practice is closed, the team will update fans via its social media pages and at patriots.com/trainingcamp.

Extra points

In addition to watching practice, fans are invited to engage in activities, photo ops and games along the Fan Walk area that leads to the stands outside the practice fields. Pat Patriot and Patriots cheerleaders will make appearances during training camp. … Concessions will be available at practice, including popcorn, sausages, hot dogs, frozen lemonade, ice cream sundaes and an array of cold beverages, per the team. Fans are allowed to bring their own food and drink. … The Gillette Stadium clear bag policy will not be in effect for training camp. Fans are also welcome to bring strollers or their own pop-up chairs, if they choose to sit in areas outside the bleachers.