NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. — North Tonawanda will host an inaugural Bills Watch Party.
It will be Sunday as the Buffalo Bills will take on the Seattle Seahawks. City of North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec made the announcement Wednesday during a news conference.
"We are finding new ways to showcase our downtown area. We want to bring people in our community, and outside of our community, here to our downtown district," Mayor Tylec said.
Gates will open at 2 p.m. Sunday. Visitors can enjoy the pregame celebrations as they wait for kick off at 4:05 p.m.
People will be able to enjoy all kinds of activities. They'll have a pumpkin carving contest, specials from local food vendors, giveaways, drinks and more.
Organizers say this is a family-friendly event. Jay Manno of Frankie Primo’s +39 said that "most of the businesses around here are very family-friendly, so it's going to be a really cool event."
"Webster Street will be closed from Sweeney Street to Tremont Street, transforming the area into a game day celebration zone. Two giant LED screens will broadcast all the action, ensuring fans won’t miss a second of the game. "
Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
"Ticket options include general admission pre-sale tickets for $10 online or $20 at the door. For those looking for a premium experience, limited VIP tables are available for $150 per table, which includes admission for 10 people, a table with prime viewing location, and food and drink service from Frankie Primo’s +39. "
A portion of the money raised will go to support the Patricia Allen Fund at the John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo.
This event is just the kickoff to other events in the future.
Manno said "the goal would be to add another block to the next one, whenever that may be. Hopefully it's the Super Bowl!"
