Buffalo Bills tailgate tradition highlighted by Pinto Ron's Red Pinto

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Buffalo Bills tailgate tradition highlighted by Pinto Ron's Red Pinto
Summary

The Red Pinto Tailgate at Hammer’s Lot in Buffalo, N.Y., returns as a celebrated game-day experience for Bills fans ahead of the home opener against the Detroit Lions on September 17. Pinto Ron, a dedicated Bills supporter, hosts the lively event featuring unconventional cooking methods and a bowling ball cocktail service. Fans arriving on game day can join the party without needing a ticket, as parking in Hammer's Lot is the only associated cost. The longstanding tradition adapts to a new venue following the opening of Highmark Stadium.

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  • Tailgate opens at noon on September 17 for the Bills vs. Lions game
  • Parking at Hammer's Lot costs $80 per vehicle, first come, first served
  • Pinto Ron is known for cooking on a red Ford Pinto and serving shots from a bowling ball
  • The event is free to attend, welcoming all Bills fans
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