STAFF REPORTS
Superhero Night Edition #3, presented by Niagara County Community College will be held Saturday as the Bisons host the Gwinnett Braves at Coca-Cola Field. We might not be able to outfit everyone with a trusty utility belt, but we arm you with the knowledge you need to get the most out of this fun-filled night at the ballpark!
Check out this special Bisons.com Superhero Night Fan Guide with information on everything from hot dogs to jersey raffles to this year’s storyline.
Tickets & Superhero 4-Packs
CLICK HERE for single-game tickets for Saturday’s Superhero Night and SAVE $2.00 on every ticket you buy before gameday!
CLICK HERE for single-game tickets for Saturday’s Superhero Night and SAVE $2.00 on every ticket you buy before gameday!
Or, really flex your super-saver muscles by getting the Superhero 4-Pack! How about four tickets, four Sahlen’s Hot Dogs and four Coca-Cola Soft Drinks for only $81?!?! PLUS, you get a Bisons’ logo superhero cape and shield!
But hurry, and CLICK HERE for your Superhero 4-Pack! They will only be available through Friday, August 18!!
First Pitch/Gates
Make your Spidey-senses note that the Bisons have a special first pitch time of 6:05 p.m. for the start of the game against the Gwinnett Braves. Gates will open 2 hours early (4:00 p.m.) because of all of the additional activities throughout Coca-Cola Field.
Make your Spidey-senses note that the Bisons have a special first pitch time of 6:05 p.m. for the start of the game against the Gwinnett Braves. Gates will open 2 hours early (4:00 p.m.) because of all of the additional activities throughout Coca-Cola Field.
If you plan to use ballpark Will Call, it’s also not a bad idea to leave a few minutes earlier to avoid longer lines. The Coca-Cola Field Box Office will be open on Saturday starting at noon.
Ballpark Security & Fan Costumes
With increased security and the addition of walkthrough metal detectors in place for all events in 2017(click here for full security measures) please also note the following:
With increased security and the addition of walkthrough metal detectors in place for all events in 2017(click here for full security measures) please also note the following:
Only official Superhero Alliance members or volunteers are allowed to be in full costume. Fans of all ages with full costumes or props guns will not be allowed into Coca-Cola Field. Children ONLY will be allowed to wear plastic character masks that tie on the head with a rubber band.
Where do I get my cape or shield?
There will be TWO CAPE & SHIELD REDEMPTION CENTERS on the main level of the ballpark, at section 121 on the 3rd base side and near section 122 on the 1st base side. Even if you didn’t’ buy a Superhero 4-Pack, you can still pick up a Bisons logo cape or shield for $10 each, with proceeds to benefit the Superhero 5K Race that benefits the Mental Health Association and Compeer of Greater Buffalo.
There will be TWO CAPE & SHIELD REDEMPTION CENTERS on the main level of the ballpark, at section 121 on the 3rd base side and near section 122 on the 1st base side. Even if you didn’t’ buy a Superhero 4-Pack, you can still pick up a Bisons logo cape or shield for $10 each, with proceeds to benefit the Superhero 5K Race that benefits the Mental Health Association and Compeer of Greater Buffalo.
I bought a 4-Pack. Where do I get food?
Avoid lines at the concession stands and use the HOT DOG & SODA STATIONS. You can get your hot dog and Coca-Cola in the concourse area near Sections 104 on the first base side, section 119 on the third base side, or at any of the full service stands where hot dogs are sold.
Avoid lines at the concession stands and use the HOT DOG & SODA STATIONS. You can get your hot dog and Coca-Cola in the concourse area near Sections 104 on the first base side, section 119 on the third base side, or at any of the full service stands where hot dogs are sold.
If you don’t have Hot Dog/Soda Coupons from a ticket package purchase, you can also use these fast-moving stations to pick up these ballpark classics!
Meet the Characters
Over 50 Characters, courtesy of the Superhero Alliance of Western New York, will be appearing throughout the night and will be available for pictures at Section 104. Characters will be available from when gates open at 4:00 p.m. up until the 6th inning. ***Outwit the crowd by heading to the Club Level first as characters will be all over Coca-Cola Field.
Over 50 Characters, courtesy of the Superhero Alliance of Western New York, will be appearing throughout the night and will be available for pictures at Section 104. Characters will be available from when gates open at 4:00 p.m. up until the 6th inning. ***Outwit the crowd by heading to the Club Level first as characters will be all over Coca-Cola Field.
Jersey Auction
For the first time the Bisons will be wearing specialized Superhero Jerseys to add an even more excitement to the night. The jersey tops will be autographed by each player as soon as they come off the field after the game. If you missed out on the online auction don’t worry, there will be a JERSEY RAFFLE of at least 15 additional GAME WORN and AUTOGRAPHED Superhero jerseys (number is dependent on the number of players on the team that night).
For the first time the Bisons will be wearing specialized Superhero Jerseys to add an even more excitement to the night. The jersey tops will be autographed by each player as soon as they come off the field after the game. If you missed out on the online auction don’t worry, there will be a JERSEY RAFFLE of at least 15 additional GAME WORN and AUTOGRAPHED Superhero jerseys (number is dependent on the number of players on the team that night).
Raffle tickets will be sold with all proceeds to benefit the Superhero 5 K Run. Purchase your raffle tickets (1 for $10 or 3 for $20) near Section 104, or see the Superhero volunteers roaming the ballpark.
Superhero Storyline
After facing defeat in 2016, the Villains are regrouping and have conjured a plan to trap the Heroes in a distant planet while they can take over the ballpark. Only time will tell if the Heroes can find their way back to Coca-Cola Field in time.
After facing defeat in 2016, the Villains are regrouping and have conjured a plan to trap the Heroes in a distant planet while they can take over the ballpark. Only time will tell if the Heroes can find their way back to Coca-Cola Field in time.
Follow the action between innings on the BisonsTV HD scoreboard beginning in the top of the 5th inning and get ready for an amazing on field battle and fireworks show after the game.
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