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New Highmark Stadium
A 1.35-million-sq-ft, $2.2 billion open-air home for the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, designed by Populous and replacing the current Highmark Stadium for the 2026 NFL season.
Official WebsiteTMW IntelligenceVerified Jun 30, 2026
AnnouncedBreaking GroundConstructionOpening SoonNow Open
06.05.23
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06.23.26
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Open since June 2026.
The story so far
Announced 2023 est.
Broke ground Jun 5, 2023
Topped out Apr 4, 2025Structural steel topped out (final beam ceremony with Gov. Hochul, Terry Pegula, Roger Goodell) (NY Governor's Office / Buffalo Bills).
governor.ny.govResident move-in Jun 1, 2026Buffalo Bills begin moving into the new $2.2B stadium ahead of the 2026 NFL season
spectrumlocalnews.comTCO received Jun 23, 2026New Highmark Stadium reached substantial completion; ribbon-cutting held, 60,108-seat venue ready for 2026 season (NY Governor's Office)
governor.ny.govOpened Jun 23, 2026New Highmark Stadium completed; official ribbon-cutting Jun 23 2026, ready for 2026 NFL season (BuffaloBills.com)
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Where is New Highmark Stadium located?
New Highmark Stadium is located in Orchard Park.
Is New Highmark Stadium open?
New Highmark Stadium is now open. It was completed on June 23, 2026.
Who is developing New Highmark Stadium?
Pegula Sports & Entertainment & More is the developer behind New Highmark Stadium.
Who designed New Highmark Stadium?
New Highmark Stadium was designed by Populous.