Bears camp opens Thursday for 2023 NFL season. Here's what you need to know

Good news, Chicago Bears fans. The 2023 season is about to begin.

A lot has happened in the offseason and there is some NFC North optimism for Bears fans despite what others might be saying as training camp begins.

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Here's what you need to know about the Chicago Bears Training Camp:

Where is Bears training camp?

Bears training camp is held at Halas Hall, 1920 Football Dr., Lake Forest, Ill.

When does Chicago Bears training camp start?

Bears training camp begins Thursday, June 27 through Aug. 14. However, only nine training camp practices are open to the public:

• July 27

• July 28

• July 29

• July 31

• August 1

• August 4

• August 8

• August 9

• August 10

A free training camp ticket is required for entry.

Bears training camp tickets 2023

Tickets for the 2023 Chicago Bears Training Camp are officially sold out, but additional tickets may become available at a later date. Continue to check for updates at www.chicagobears.com/fan-zone/training-camp.

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Chicago Bears training camp parking

Parking is free for fans, but not available at Halas Hall or within Conway Park. Fans can head over to Hawthorn, 60 Ring Dr., Vernon Hills, Ill., off of Townline Road. Shuttle buses run regularly. A valid mobile training camp ticket is required prior to getting on a bus. There will be no guest drop-off or ride-share of any kind at Halas Hall or within Conway Park.

Bears training camp 2023 schedule, dates

• July 27: Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Practice runs from 10-11:34 a.m.

• July 28: Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Practice runs from 10-11:45 a.m.

• July 29: Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Practice runs from 10-11:47 a.m.

• July 31: Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Practice runs from 10-11:43 a.m.

• Aug. 1: Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Practice runs from 10-11:51 a.m.

• Aug. 2: Community Invite Day.

• Aug. 4: Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Practice runs from 10-11:42 a.m.

• Aug. 5: Community Invite Day.

• Aug. 6: Meijer Famiyl Fest.

• Aug. 8: Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Practice runs from 10-11:43 a.m.

• Aug. 9: Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Practice runs from 10-11:38 a.m.

• Aug. 10: Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Practice runs from 10-11:38 a.m.

• Aug. 14: Community Invite Day.

Chris Sims is a digital producer for the Journal Star. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims.

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