Buffalo Bills celebrate opening of new Highmark Stadium with ceremony
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 12:11 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Buffalo Bills held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new Highmark Stadium on June 23, 2026, in Orchard Park. This $2.2 billion venue features modern amenities, a natural grass field, and advanced technology aimed at enhancing the fan experience. Key attendees included owner Terry Pegula, Hall of Famers Jim Kelly and Thurman Thomas, and New York governor Kathy Hochul. The stadium is slated to host its first game on September 17, 2026, with fans eager to see the improvements designed to elevate game day atmosphere.
- •Highmark Stadium cost $2.2 billion and is ready for NFL season.
- •Stadium features a natural grass field and heated coils.
- •Ceremony included notable figures from the Bills organization.
- •First game at the new stadium is planned for September 17, 2026.
- •Speakers emphasized the stadium's importance to Buffalo's identity.
- 12:11 PMYahoo Sports — Bills news: Recapping ribbon-cutting ceremony at new Bills stadium
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