New England Patriots Patriots to hold Super Bowl send-off rally at Gillette Stadium The Patriots' send-off rally will feature a musical performance by the Dropkick Murphys, along with speeches from team captains. (AP Photo/John Locher)Before the Patriots make the trek to the West Coast for Super Bowl LX, the AFC championships will celebrate with their fans in Foxborough. The Patriots announced on Wednesday afternoon that the team will hold a Super Bowl LX send-off rally on Sunday morning at Gillette Stadium. Gates for the event will open at 9 a.m., with the rally beginning at 9:30 a.m.Sunday’s rally will include a musical performance by the Dropkick Murphys, along with appearances from Patriots cheerleaders and various Patriots alumni. Green Airport in Rhode Island around 11:30 a.m.Advertisement:The Patriots will then begin their prep work in the Bay Area as they brace for a showdown with the Seahawks in Super Bowl LX.