Patriots announce date, time for Super Bowl send-off rally
The New England Patriots announced on Wednesday that they will hold a send-off rally for the team ahead of Super Bowl LX. The event will take place on the morning of Sunday, Feb. 1 at Gillette Stadium.
Gates will open at 9 a.m. ET, with the program set to begin at 9:30. The Patriots' ownership will address the crowd, as will head coach Mike Vrabel and team captains.
The full schedule look as follows:
- 8 a.m. ET: Lots open
- 9 a.m. ET: Gates open
- 9:30 a.m. ET: Entertainment begins
- 10 a.m. ET: Dropkick Murphys performance
- 10:30 a.m. ET: Program begins
- 11:15 a.m. ET: Program ends
The Patriots' team buses will leave Gillette Stadium for T.F. Green Airport at around 11:30 a.m. ET.
Even though the rally itself is free of charge,tickets will be requiredfor admittanceinto Gillette Stadium and will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. The Patriots will share a link for registration on their website and social media channels on Thursday morning. They will also provide a live stream on Sunday.
Super Bowl LX between the Patriots and Seattle Seahawks is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, Feb. 8.