Game Day Guide
Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY
Data updated: 2025 NFL Season
The Chronology
Your complete game day timeline at Highmark Stadium.
Lots Open for Tailgating
Official and private lots open for tailgating. Arrive early for the best spots. The party starts immediately.
Tailgate Scene Peaks
The lots are in full swing, grills smoking, music blasting, games of cornhole everywhere. This is the Bills Mafia at its finest.
Gates Open
Stadium gates open. Head in early to watch warmups, explore the concourse, and grab food without long lines.
Player Warmups
Players take the field for stretching and warmups. Great opportunity for photos from the lower bowl.
Find Your Seats
Grab your game-day food and settle in. The Shout Song is coming and you'll want to be in your seat for it.
Game Time
The crowd erupts with the 'Shout' song. Join 71,000+ fans in one of the NFL's loudest, most passionate atmospheres.
Exit Strategy
Expect 30-60 minutes to exit the lots. Many fans continue tailgating post-game. Abbott Road clears faster than the main exits.
Atmosphere Intelligence
Weather forecast for the Highmark Stadium bowl. This is an open-air venue -- dress for the conditions.
September
4.6 inchesWarm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.
October
5.4 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.
November
4.8 inchesBrisk and chilly. Dress in layers with a warm jacket. Gloves and a hat for evening games. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.
December
4.5 inchesBundle up, winter coat, hat, gloves, and hand warmers recommended. Insulated boots for late games. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.
January
4.8 inchesBundle up, winter coat, hat, gloves, and hand warmers recommended. Insulated boots for late games. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.