The Buffalo Bills have become one of the premier teams in the NFL and are consistently atop the NFL futures odds for the Super Bowl, AFC championship, and more.
Now, the Bills head into 2026 with a brand-new stadium that they’ll hope will provide a spark and, in turn, improve their weekly football odds.
While they play in their new stadium, fans can wager on the Bills at the BetMGM sportsbook.
Below, I’ll provide information on the new stadium, including the cost, capacity, opening date, and more.
New Bills Stadium Update
How Much Did it Cost to Build Highmark Stadium?
The new Highmark Stadium cost between $2.1 and $2.2 billion to build. This included around $850 million in public funding, with $600 million coming from the state of New York and $250 million from Erie County.
When Does Highmark Stadium Open?
The new Highmark Stadium is set to open for the 2026 NFL season.
What’s the First Event at Highmark Stadium?
The first event scheduled for the new Highmark Stadium is expected to be the Bills’ annual Red and Blue training camp practice, scheduled for early August.
What’s the Seating Capacity at New Bills Stadium?
New Highmark Stadium will hold between 60,000 and 62,000 fans. This is around 10,000 fewer than the old stadium, to accommodate premium seating and better sightlines.
How Far Is Highmark Stadium From Canada?
The new Highmark Stadium is about 25 minutes away from the Peace Bridge, which crosses into Ontario, Canada.
Is the New Buffalo Bills Stadium Going To Have a Cover?
While there will be a partial roof canopy, it will not have a dome or cover.
Is the New Buffalo Bills Stadium Going To Have a Heated Field?
Yes, the new Highmark Stadium will have a heated natural grass field. It’ll keep the soil and turf at a constant temperature in the low 60s. This will melt snow and prevent freezing.
What Happened to the Bills’ Old Stadium?
Nothing happened to the Bills’ old stadium. It stood for more than five decades, and they decided to build a new stadium to upgrade it to a more modern facility.
It’s scheduled for demolition in March 2027.
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