“Bills Mafia” The nickname for the fan base, has become associated with raucous tailgates and fans jumping through folding tables, but also for fans giving back. The name has helped bring a spotlight to a tight-knit community that goes above and beyond to connect with its football team.  The Mafia Boat Parade aligns with just that; a celebration of the Bills 2023-2024 season, a gathering a Bills fans, and giving back to Buffalo.

The 2nd annual  boat parade, in support of the Buffalo Bills and Oishei Children’s Hospital, is the first of its kind to take place in Buffalo. The idea to host the parade along the Buffalo River was formulated by Ashleigh Dopp  & Brandon Bova.  The lead boat – Buffalo Cycle Boats – will follow a parade route (TBD) that will take revelers down the Buffalo River, starting at Canalside – meet up at 1:00 p.m. A fog horn will signal the start of the parade, as boats head south down the Buffalo River.