‘The season opener against the Senators will be preceded by a “Party in the Plaza” outside the arena, with music from The Strictly Hip. The first 12,000 fans will receive a City of Buffalo-themed Sabres flag. There will be another party prior to the Oct. 15 “Hocktoberfest” matinee against Florida, a fall-themed event. The first 10,000 fans will receive a magnetic schedule.’