February 23, 2010
Bisons Announce 2010 Promotional Schedule
ALL Ticket Prices Remain the Same for New Season
The Buffalo Bisons, Triple-A affiliate of the New York Mets, today announced their promotional calendar for the 2010 season. The team has put in place an extensive list of special events, promotions and giveaways throughout the summer to remain the most affordable family entertainment value in Western New York.
The Bisons also announced that they have not raised any ticket prices for the 2010 season. All Bisons fans will be able to visit Coca-Cola Field for as little as $7.50, while seniors and children 14 years old and younger can get in for as little as $5.00!
The Bisons will open their 125th season of professional baseball on Thursday, April 14 against the Pawtucket Red Sox at Coca-Cola Field (3:05 p.m.).
“The experience of coming to a Bisons game has always included the fun and exciting promotions and events happening throughout the ballpark,” said Mike Buczkowski, Bisons Vice President/General Manager. “Our fans know that when they purchase a Bisons ticket they will be entertained both on the field and off, every time they come to Coca-Cola Field.”
Bisons Begin 125th Season with 7-Game Homestand
The 125th season of professional baseball in Buffalo will begin on Opening Day, Wednesday, April 14 at 3:05 p.m. against the Pawtucket Red Sox. The first seven home games of 2010 set the tone for an amazing season of events. Game 3 will be the team’s first fridaynightbash!® of the season, sponsored by Seneca Gaming Corporation, with Post-Game Fireworks. The final four games of the first homestand will be Kids’ Week, presented by Anderson’s. All games from April 17-19 will have 1:05 p.m. game start, a special $6 ticket, food and merchandise discounts and special activities for kids. Monday, April 19 will also feature an Anderson’s Ice Cream Giveaway to the first 2,000 kids in attendance.
fridaynightbash!® Schedule Heats up in Summer Months
If it’s Friday night and you’re in Downtown Buffalo, you know where the best party can be found. The Bisons’ fridaynightbash!® series, presented by Seneca Gaming Corporation, returns with 11 dates on the schedule. This year, the team has three consecutive fridaynightbash!® games in July from July 2nd- 16th, and two more in August (6th and 20th). Each fridaynightbash!® game comes complete with the team’s award-winning post game Fireworks Show. Starting in May, you can check out the new and improved Bisons Plaza Party. Along with a new set up and new discounted food and drink menu, fans will be able to take part in games and activities for both kids and adults. Great Live Music from local bands ranging from classic rock to modern pop will also accompany the new Bisons plaza parties.
The Independence Eve Tradition with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
No summer at the ballpark is complete without the great Independence Eve Celebration with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus and the Largest Fireworks Show of the Year, presented by KeyBank. The 16th installment of this must-attend night at Coca-Cola Field will be on Saturday, July 3 against the Rochester Red Wings (6:05 p.m.) More than a 280,000 fans have taken in this great Western New York summer tradition since 1995.
The Weekend Now Begins on Thursdays!
You wanted it, you got it. The Bisons have moved most of their Thursday games to a 7:05 p.m. start in 2010. This change allows fans to unofficially welcome the weekend one night early. The move to night games has also allowed the team to schedule First Responders Night to benefit the 100 Club of Buffalo, presented by Stop DWI and FM Communications Inc. and Kenwood on Thursday, June 17. On Thursday, July 15 there will be 2012 All-Star Game Pennant Giveaway and Thursday, August 5 will be the Buffalo’s Historic Central Terminal Replica Giveaway, presented by Hamburg Overhead Door & LiftMaster. The customary Fan Appreciation Night is back on the final game of the year, Thursday, September 2 against the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees.
Road Jersey, Central Terminal Replica Highlight Giveaway Schedule
Great giveaways have become staples to any Bisons promotional schedule and the 2010 season will be no different. Maybe the most unique item up for grabs is the Bisons Road Jersey Giveaway, scheduled on Saturday, July 31. With Buffalo scripted across the chest, fans will be able to show their pride for team and community this year. The local landmark replica series continues with the Central Terminal Giveaway, presented by Hamburg Overhead Door & LiftMaster on August 5. A Doc Gooden Bobble Head Giveaway, presented by NAPA Auto Parts, will be on August 25. The team has also scheduled The Great Gift Shop Giveaway Night on August 31.
Bisons Magnetic Schedule Giveaway (12,000) (Opening Day, April 14)
Anderson’s Ice Cream Giveaway (2,000)(April 19)
Bisons Thunderstix, presented by Time Warner Cable (5,000)(May 29)
Bisons Athletic Sleeves Giveaway, presented by Alfred State College (3,000)(June 15)
Bisons Collapsible Sign Giveaway, presented by Time Warner Cable (5,000)(June 19)
Bisons Logo Baseball Giveaway (4,000)(Father’s Day, June 20)
2012 All-Star Game Pennant Giveaway (4,000)(July 15)
Daemen College Draw String Bag Giveaway (2,000)(July 16)
Bisons Cap Giveaway, presented by Subway (3,000)(July 17)
Bisons Road Jersey Giveaway (3,000)(July 31)
Central Terminal Replica, presented by Hamburg Overhead Door & LiftMaster (4,000)(August 5)
Bisons Team Photo Giveaway, presented by NCCC (4,000)(August 22)
Doc Gooden Bobble Head, presented by NAPA Auto Parts (4,000)(August 25)
The Great Gift Shop Giveaway Night (3,000)(August 31)
Pencil Pack Giveaway, presented by New York’s 529 College Savings Program (3,000)(September 1)
Festival Nights Return in 2010
The Bisons will continue their festival night series throughout the summer. Come out and celebrate your heritage on Irish Night (Tuesday, June 29), Hispanic Heritage Night (Thursday, July 8), Italian Night (Wednesday, July 21) and Polish Night (Tuesday, August 3). Come to the ballpark and enjoy all of your favorite ethnic food, music and entertainment at a pre-game Tent Party and throughout the game. Each festival night will end with an in-park Pyrotechnics Show.
The Skies Light Up Around Coca-Cola Field
If you like fireworks, find a seat at Coca-Cola Field in 2010. The team has scheduled 20 fireworks or pyrotechnics nights this year. There are 11 fridaynightbash!® parties and four Festival Night events already on the schedule. The team has also added shows on Star Wars Night, presented by Alfred State College (June 12), Sunday Night Baseball (August 1) and The Great Gift Shop Giveaway Night (August 31). Of course, the biggest and most impressive shows will be on the WNY traditions: Independence Eve Celebration, presented by KeyBank (July 3) and Fan Appreciation Night (Sept. 2).
Coca-Cola Field is a Great Place to Meet Some Old and New Friends
Special Guests will once again entertain fans at Coca-Cola Field all season long. The most famous ballpark visitor, The Famous Chicken, returns to Buffalo on Saturday, August 21. Coca-Cola Field will also serve as the battle field for the team’s annual Star Wars Night with Character Appearances on Saturday, June 12, presented by Alfred State College. Dora the Explorer will visit the ballpark on Sunday, June 13. The great children of Western New York will rule the park on School Kids Day, presented by New York’s 529 College Savings Program and Alfred State College, at 10:35 a.m. on Thursday May 27 and again for Dick’s Sporting Goods Youth Baseball Day on Sunday, June 13. Don’t worry dads, the Bisons are also home for Father’s Day on Sunday, June 20 with post game Play Catch on the Field and Logo Baseball Giveaway. The Bisons will also host a Mascot Softball Game with many of Buster’s friends visiting Coca-Cola Field on August 8.
Mystery Ball, Home Run Derby, Derby Day Complete Events Calendar
The Bisons will also feature several special events throughout the 2010 season. Saturday, May 1 will be Derby Day as the Bisons host Louisville on the same day as the Kentucky Derby. Get your fill of $1 Hot Dogs on Monday, May 17 or feast on a pre-game BBQ Picnic on Memorial Day, Monday May 31. Western New York United Against Drug & Alcohol Abuse will hold their annual Family Fun Day at Coca-Cola Field on Sunday, May 30 while there are two Time Warner Cable Customer Appreciation Days scheduled, May 29 and June 19. The Bisons Family Camp Out Night, presented by Tim Horton’s and Upstate Farms, is scheduled for Friday, July 9.
One of the team’s fastest growing events, the Mystery Ball Night is scheduled for Saturday, August 7. Last season, the Bisons ran out of gift-wrapped autographed balls in 20 minutes! The team’s annual Home Run Derby will be held on Sunday, August 1, after the team’s 7:05 p.m. game against Toledo, but before a fantastic Fireworks Show.
Also on the schedule in 2010 are three College Nights (April 27-29), with discounts to current college students, and three Super Bingo Days (May 15, June 3, June 30), where fans can win some great new Bisons prizes.
Fans should remember that every Monday in 2010 is a Markdown Monday with a $7 ticket and $1 ice cream and popcorns. Each Markdown Monday will also feature additional food and merchandise discounts throughout the park. All Sunday 1:05 p.m. starts are Family Fun Sundays with post game Tim Hortons Kids Run the Bases.
Season tickets and ticket packages are now available at bisons.com or by calling THE-HERD (843-4373).
All promotions as well as game dates and times are subject to change.
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