The absolute best WNY summer tradition returns to Sahlen Field. Join us on Wednesday, July 3rd for the 28th Annual KeyBank Independence Eve Celebration with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the Largest Fireworks Show as the Bisons host the Rochester Red Wings (6:05 p.m.)!!!
Since the event began in 1995, nearly a half a million fans have joined their fellow citizens at Sahlen Field to celebrate our nation's birthday and pay tribute to everything that makes the USA the greatest country in the world! It's a can't miss event that's fun for the whole family!
The KeyBank Independence Eve Celebration features the best that America has to offer. Our national pastime played out between two great rivals. Then after the games, sit back and enjoy a great post game concert from the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. Of course, no KeyBank Independence Eve concert would be complete without several numbers to honor our brave servicemen and servicewomen.
After a feast for the ears, get your eyes ready to be amazed. As the concert ends, the Largest Fireworks Show of the Season begins.
Celebrating Heroes Joe Synakowski & Charles N. DeGlopper
Ceremonial First Pitch: WWII Veteran Joe Synakowski
The Bisons are honored to have 94-year old Buffalonian and World War II veteran, Joe Synakowski, throw the Ceremonial First Pitch for our KeyBank Independence Eve Celebration! Synakowski, who was just 15 years old in 1945, used his brother’s baptismal date of three years before his own birthdate in order to appear 18 years old and able to enter World War II. He would serve in Germany in the Army’s 508th Infantry Division. He has also been instrumental in preserving the legacy of Pfc. Charles N. DeGlopper.
Honoring a Hero: WWII Medal of Honor, Charles N. DeGlopper
During the KeyBank Independence Eve Celebration, the Bisons will be honored to share the story of Grand Island's Pfc. Charles N. DeGlopper. As a member of the 325 Glider Infantry Regiment in World War II, DeGlopper courageously gave his life just days after the Normandy invasion to protect the rest of his platoon as they were encircled by Axis troops in the Battle of La Fiere. During the game, the Bisons will be Selling handheld American Flags for a $5 Donation to a film being produced to tell DeGlopper's story and preserve his legacy.
Postgame Concert Program
2024 Concert Set List - Armed Forces Salute, Thriller, The Natural & more
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra has put together another amazing show for our July 3rd postgame concert. This year's set list includes patriotic tributes like American Salute, God Bless America, the Armed Forces Salute, 1812 Overture and Stars and Stripes as well as tributes to pop culture classics such as Thriller (with performance from 716 Dance Lab), The Natural, the Lion King, Star Wars, Olympic Fanfare and Margaritaville!
KeyBank Independence Eve Tickets
BUY IN ADVANCE: All July 3rd Single-Game Tickets are $4.00 OFF when you purchase in advance of gameday.
*Please Note: There are no more BPO Family Ticket Packs available for this year's event.
A tradition every year at the KeyBank Independence Eve Celebration, the Bisons players will once again wear specially-designed 'Stars and Stripes' caps for their game against the Rochester Red Wings. Get yours before July 3rd as these beautiful caps are now available in on-field 5950 and 3930 flex fit styles
CUSTOMIZE YOUR PACK: Add discounted tickets ($25 each) or tickets/food coupons ($9.00 each) in any combination to the base BPO Family Pack!
Please Note: Sunday, June 30 will be the last day that the BPO Family Ticket Package will be offered for this year's event. Save 20% on this great event with 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 sodas and 25% OFF at the Sahlen Field gift shops... all for only $136 (additional discounted tickets/food vouchers can be added for larger families). BUY NOW
After Sunday, only individual tickets will be available for July 3rd's KeyBank Independence Eve Celebration.
Our BIG event has some BIG savings this week on Bisons.com. Now through June 23, we're including FOUR FREE FLEX TICKETS with every BPO Family Pack purchased for this year's KeyBank Independence Eve. Already a great deal, with the 4 flex tickets automatically included in your order, you'll *SAVE OVER 40%! *(Flex Tickets will automatically be included with your order).
LIMITED TIME OFFER - 4 FREE Flex Tickets with Family Pack Order
LIMITED TIME OFFER THROUGH JANUARY 31
The absolute best WNY summer tradition. We look forward to seeing you for the 27th Annual KeyBank Independence Night Celebration with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the Largest Fireworks Show in 2023!!!
Since the event began in 1995, nearly a half a million fans have joined their fellow citizens at Sahlen Field to celebrate our nation's birthday and pay tribute to everything that makes the USA the greatest country in the world! It's a can't miss event that's fun for the whole family!
The KeyBank Independence Night Celebration features the best that America has to offer. Our national pastime played out between two great rivals. Then after the games, sit back and enjoy a great post game concert as The Maestro, Paul Ferington, leads the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. Of course, no KeyBank Independence Night concert would be complete without several numbers to honor our brave servicemen and servicewomen.
After a feast for the ears, get your eyes ready to be amazed. As the concert ends, the Largest Fireworks Show of the Season begins.
STAY TUNED for information on on next event in 2023!
