[1][2][3] On 26 May 2023, the club announced its first set of pre-season fixtures with trips to Bamber Bridge, Curzon Ashton, Chester and Salford City.

[71] Three fixtures were also announced for the B Team on the same day with trips to Lancaster City, Longridge Town and Atherton Collieries.

[73] Bolton were due to face 'top-flight' European opposition in their final friendly but the agreement broke down at the last moment despite their best efforts.

Source: Soccerway The fixtures for the 2023–24 EFL League One season were released on 22 June and sees Bolton opening their campaign at home to Lincoln City on 5 August.

[78] On 3 July the club announced that both games against Wigan Athletic would be moved forward to a 12.30 kick off time on police advice.

[96][97] Win Draw Loss Fixtures Bolton were drawn at home against Barrow, Manager Ian Evatt's former team, in the first round.