Buffalo Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres promote responsible drinking and positive fan behavior at KeyBank Center. The Sabres Fan Code of Conduct and the details of the Sabres alcohol management plan that appear below ensure that fans have a safe and fun experience.

Partners

  • Delaware North
  • Labatt
  • TEAM Coalition

Policies

Alcohol Service Policies:

Age to Check ID:
30
Max Alcohol Drinks:
4; 1 for patrons 22 and younger; 1 for Hawkers
Maximum Cup Size:
24 oz beer; 8 oz wine; 1.25 oz liquor
Bottles:
Not specified
Cans:
Not specified
Liquor Sold:
Yes
Wine Sold:
Yes

Cut-off Policies:

Concession Stands:
10 minute mark in the 3rd Period
Hawkers:
Start of the 3rd Period
Clubs/Suites:
Clubs open after game, suites open after game for consumption but deliveries stop at the end of the 3rd Period
Night Games:
Same as Day Games

Report Inappropriate Behavior or Request Assistance:

  • Contact an arena guest services representative for assistance

Tailgating Policies:

Time Lots Open:
Not specified
Time Lots Close:
Not specified
Prohibited Items:
Not specified
Permitted Items:
Not specified

Text Messaging System:

Text Number:
Not specified

Training

TEAM Training is conducted for KeyBank Center by Delaware North Sportservice and the Buffalo Sabres.

Fan Outreach

Totals of Designated Driver sign-ups from previous seasons at KeyBank Center.

Designated Driver Program Totals:


Sabres:
League:
2023-2024:
Not specified
Not specified
2022-2023:
Not specified
Not specified
2021-2022:
Not specified
Not specified
2020-2021:
Not specified
Not specified
2019-2020:
Not specified
Not specified
2018-2019:
Not specified
Not specified
2017-2018:
Not specified
Not specified
2016-2017:
Not specified
Not specified
2015-2016:
Not specified
Not specified
2014-2015:
4,148
111,207

Code of Conduct

Patrons who are engaged in disorderly conduct, who are intoxicated, or who use vulgar or abusive language are not tolerated at KeyBank Center, and are subject to ejection. Fighting is not tolerated at KeyBank Center. Violators are subject to ejection and possible arrest.

Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk