BUFFALO, NY (WKBW) — The Buffalo Bills will take on the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs at Highmark Stadium on Sunday and business owners and fans are preparing for a showdown.
Danny's South owner Mark Ebeling told me he is opening his lot early at 8 a.m. on Sunday to accommodate more Bills fans.
"It's going to be crazy—it's going to be crazy for the whole area. You know you've got the Big Tree across the street, Prohibition down the street, and O'Neills down the street. We all want this. We can't wait for this," said Ebeling.
Gameday Hospitality has sold out of the VIP General tickets for its tailgating event. This shows how vital this Bills/Chiefs game is to fans, especially seeing Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes faceoff.
"It has just been a crazy demand when these two get together, and you see two hall-of-fame quarterbacks going at it, everybody's excited to knock off the undefeated Chiefs," said John Mikulec, founder of Gameday Hospitality.
With national eyes on Highmark Stadium Visit Buffalo Niagara's CEO sent me the following statement:
“With national TV coverage of Sunday’s showdown between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs, this game is an incredible opportunity for viewers across the country to see what makes Buffalo truly special. As fans tune in, they’ll experience the passion and pride that define our city, alongside glimpses of our historic architecture and waterfront, vibrant attractions, and of course our famous wings. As always, Buffalo is ready to welcome a national audience, showcasing why our city and its dedicated fanbase make us a destination like no other!”
Bills fans continue to root for their home team, with Super Bowl hopes on their horizon.
"You can feel the energy of the city. You can feel the energy of the team. The team has matured now that they know they must play like a playoff," said Therese Forton-Barnes, Water Buffalo Club owner.
Others hope Sunday's game will bring more good luck for the Bills.
"It is going to be loud; it's going to be packed and full of Buffalove," said Samantha Hartnett, who is visiting from Colorado with her husband.
One Bills Mafia Babe, Jill Borgman Dolan, told me she hopes to see just one Super Bowl with the Bills winning.
"If they go to the Super Bowl, I am there for you. I will make it happen," said Borgman Dolan.
There are still tickets available here.
Hotels are booking fast, but as of Monday evening, there are still some available:
- Hyatt Regency and Suites had rooms for Saturday for an average of $275
- Hampton Inn Downtown for $235
- Westin for $306
- Embassy Suites for $271
