The Super Bowl returns to the San Francisco Bay Area on February 8, 2026. Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara hosts the game with a 6:30 PM ET kickoff. Bad Bunny makes history as the first Latin solo artist to headline the halftime show.
The week runs from February 2 through February 8 and packs in concerts, fan festivals, and NFL events across San Jose, San Francisco, and Santa Clara. Below is your complete guide to the schedule.
Sunday Super Bowl 2026 Game Day Schedule (February 8, 2026)
| Event | Time (ET) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Road to the Super Bowl | 12:00 PM | NFL Films presentation on NBC/Peacock |
| NBC Pregame Show | 1:00 PM | 5+ hours of countdown and analysis |
| Puppy Bowl | 2:00 PM | Animal Planet, Discovery, TBS, truTV |
| Kitten Bowl | 2:00 PM | Great American Family |
| Gates Open | 2:00 PM | Stadium access begins (11:00 AM PT) |
| Opening Ceremony | 6:00 PM | Green Day performs, Super Bowl MVPs honored |
| “America the Beautiful” | ~6:10 PM | Brandi Carlile |
| “Lift Every Voice and Sing” | ~6:15 PM | Coco Jones |
| National Anthem | ~6:20 PM | Charlie Puth |
| Kickoff | 6:30 PM | Game begins |
| Halftime Show | ~8:00 PM | Bad Bunny |
| Postgame Coverage | ~10:00 PM | Trophy presentation and analysis |
The opening ceremony celebrates 60 years of Super Bowl history with Green Day performing rock anthems while past Super Bowl MVPs take the field. Deaf performers Fred Beam and Julian Ortiz provide ASL interpretations for the pregame songs. A historic joint U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy flyover features B-1B Lancers, F-15C Eagles, F/A-18E Super Hornets, and F-35C Lightning IIs.
NBC Sports hosts the game for the 21st time with Mike Tirico calling his first Super Bowl as play-by-play announcer alongside Cris Collinsworth, who broadcasts his sixth Super Bowl and fifth involving the Patriots.
The pregame show features Maria Taylor, Jac Collinsworth, Noah Eagle, Steve Kornacki, Matthew Berry, Mike Florio, and Chris Simms, with Kit Hoover conducting interviews from the NFL Tailgate.
Super Bowl 2026 Full Week Events
Monday, February 2: Opening Night
Super Bowl Opening Night happens at the San Jose Convention Center and gives fans free access to both teams. The AFC champions appear from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM PT. The NFC champions follow from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM PT.
Registration opened December 10 through the NFL OnePass app. Entry works on a first-come, first-served basis. This is the only public appearance for players and coaches before the game.
The Super Bowl Media Center also opens at Moscone Center and runs through February 9.
Tuesday, February 3: Pro Bowl Games and Super Bowl Experience Begins
Pro Bowl Games powered by Verizon
The Pro Bowl Games move to Super Bowl week for the first time in 2026. The event takes place at the Moscone Center South Building with ESPN coverage starting at 6:30 PM ET. The AFC versus NFC flag football game kicks off at 8:00 PM ET. The format previews flag football ahead of its debut at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Super Bowl Experience Presented by Jersey Mike’s
The Super Bowl Experience opens at Moscone Center North and South Buildings. Adults pay $40 and kids 12 and under get in free.
Hours:
- Tuesday, Feb 3: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM PT
- Wednesday, Feb 4: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM PT
- Thursday, Feb 5: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM PT
- Friday, Feb 6: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM PT
- Saturday, Feb 7: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM PT
- Sunday, Feb 8: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PT
Fans can take photos with the Vince Lombardi Trophy, run a 40-yard dash against virtual NFL players on LED screens, meet current players and legends for autographs, and shop at the NFL Shop presented by Visa. The experience includes all 59 Super Bowl rings on display plus interactive games and NFL FLAG clinics.
Wednesday, February 4: Super Bowl Experience Continues
The Super Bowl Experience runs from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM PT at Moscone Center.
Thursday, February 5: NFL Honors and Concerts
NFL Honors
NFL Honors airs at 9:00 PM ET on NBC, NFL Network, Peacock, and NFL+. Jon Hamm hosts the ceremony from the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco.
The show announces 11 awards including MVP and the new Protector of the Year Award for offensive linemen. The ceremony also reveals the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026. A red carpet show precedes the main event at 8:00 PM ET on NFL Network. Check the full winners list.
BAHC Live! Concert: Benson Boone
Chart-topping artist Benson Boone performs at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium with special guest Shaboozey. A portion of proceeds benefits Tipping Point Community and the BAHC Foundation’s Bridge to Work program.
Origins: An NFL Collection Launch Event
Free event at The Pearl in San Francisco celebrating limited-edition Super Bowl LX merchandise created with Bay Area brands Aaron De La Cruz, BLVCK SCVLE, and Nostalgia. RSVP required.
Ferry Building Projection Show
Evening projection shows begin at the Ferry Building, transforming the terminal into a celebration of 60 years of Super Bowl history. Shows run through February 7.
Friday, February 6: Innovation and Music
BAHC Super Bowl LX Innovation Summit
Presented by YouTube at SFMOMA, this event blends technology, sports, and innovation.
On Location’s Studio 60 Concert Series: Sting
Grammy Award-winning artist Sting headlines the opening night of the intimate concert series at the Palace of Fine Arts. Packages include all-inclusive food and beverage, private lounge access, and meet-and-greet opportunities with NFL legends.
NFL Culture Club
The Pearl in San Francisco hosts this four-day celebration of sports, art, fashion, and community culture running through February 7.
Saturday, February 7: Super Bowl Eve Events
Super Bowl Breakfast
Held at Marriott Marquis in San Francisco, this signature event features the presentation of the Athletes in Action Bart Starr Award honoring one NFL player for outstanding character and leadership. Super Bowl-winning coach Tony Dungy presents the award with three-time 49ers champion Brent Jones as emcee. Special appearances from 49ers GM John Lynch, Andrew Luck, and Condoleezza Rice.
Taste of the NFL
This 21+ foodie and football experience takes place at The Hibernia, San Francisco’s grand ballroom and former bank. Mingle with NFL greats while tasting dishes by renowned chefs paired with fine wines and spirits. Proceeds support GENYOUth’s work to End Student Hunger.
BAHC Live! Concert: Chris Stapleton
Award-winning artist Chris Stapleton headlines the final night of the concert series at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium with special guest Sierra Ferrell.
On Location’s Studio 60 Concert Series: The Killers
The Killers perform Super Bowl Eve at the Palace of Fine Arts as part of the exclusive concert series.
NFL Super Bowl LX Flag Football Game
Streaming exclusively on YouTube from Moscone Center South Building, this event features top athletes, music artists, and creators including Team Druski versus Team J Balvin.
Super Bowl Soulful Celebration
Airs on television Saturday night as part of the weekend festivities.
Great Mall BIG GAME Tailgate Event
Free family-friendly event from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM PT at Great Mall Entrance 2 in Milpitas.
Sunday, February 8: Super Bowl LX Game Day
New England Patriots vs Seattle Seahawks
Kickoff happens at 6:30 PM ET at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. NBC and Peacock carry the broadcast with Telemundo providing Spanish-language coverage. This rematch of Super Bowl XLIX from 2015 marks the Patriots’ first Super Bowl appearance in seven years and the Seahawks’ quest for their second Vince Lombardi Trophy.
Oakland Official Fan Zone
Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts hosts a free, family-friendly Super Bowl Sunday celebration featuring an outdoor Fan Zone with live music, local food and beverage vendors, and interactive activities.
Complete Super Bowl 2026 Week Schedule
| Date | Event | Location | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Feb 2 | Super Bowl Media Center Opens | Moscone Center | All day (through Feb 9) |
| Mon, Feb 2 | Opening Night | San Jose Convention Center | 7:30 PM PT |
| Tue, Feb 3 | Pro Bowl Games | Moscone Center South | 8:00 PM |
| Tue, Feb 3-7 | Super Bowl Experience | Moscone Center | 9 AM-8 PM PT (varies) |
| Thu, Feb 5 | NFL Honors | Palace of Fine Arts | 9:00 PM |
| Thu, Feb 5 | Benson Boone Concert | Bill Graham Civic | Evening |
| Thu, Feb 5 | Origins Launch Event | The Pearl, SF | Evening |
| Thu, Feb 5-7 | Ferry Building Projection Show | Ferry Building, SF | Evenings |
| Fri, Feb 6 | Innovation Summit | SFMOMA | Day |
| Fri, Feb 6 | Sting Concert | Palace of Fine Arts | Evening |
| Fri-Sat, Feb 6-7 | NFL Culture Club | The Pearl, SF | Various |
| Sat, Feb 7 | Super Bowl Breakfast | Marriott Marquis | Morning |
| Sat, Feb 7 | Taste of the NFL | The Hibernia, SF | Evening |
| Sat, Feb 7 | Chris Stapleton Concert | Bill Graham Civic | Evening |
| Sat, Feb 7 | The Killers Concert | Palace of Fine Arts | Evening |
| Sat, Feb 7 | NFL Flag Football Game | Moscone Center | Streams on YouTube |
| Sat, Feb 7 | Great Mall Tailgate | Great Mall | 11 AM-7 PM PT |
| Sun, Feb 8 | Super Bowl LX | Levi’s Stadium | 6:30 PM |
| Sun, Feb 8 | Oakland Fan Zone | Kaiser Center, Oakland | All day |
How to Watch Super Bowl 2026: All Events and Programs
NBC broadcasts the game on television with simultaneous streaming on Peacock and Telemundo. Kickoff happens at 6:30 PM ET or 3:30 PM PT.
Peacock Premium costs $10.99 per month with ads, while Peacock Premium Plus costs $16.99 per month and offers 4K HDR quality with no ads. Both tiers stream the game live. NBC’s coverage is part of their “Legendary February” promotion, which also includes the 2026 Winter Olympics from Milan Cortina and the NBA All-Star Game.
YouTube TV costs $82.99 per month and includes NBC with a 21-day free trial and unlimited cloud DVR storage. Hulu + Live TV costs $89.99 per month and includes NBC. Fubo costs $84.99 per month and includes NBC, though NBC was removed from some packages, so verify availability in your area. NFL+ offers mobile viewing for $6.99 per month but only works on phones and tablets. The $14.99 Premium version adds more features including full game replays.
Viewers can watch for free with an over-the-air antenna to receive NBC or through Telemundo with no subscription needed. Both networks broadcast the game simultaneously at no cost. In the United Kingdom and Ireland, the game airs on free-to-air Channel 5 and Sky Sports. Westwood One carries national radio coverage in the United States.
International Viewing Times
The Super Bowl kicks off at different times around the world based on time zones:
- London, UK: 11:30 PM Sunday (GMT)
- Paris, France: 12:30 AM Monday (CET)
- Sydney, Australia: 10:30 AM Monday (AEDT)
- Tokyo, Japan: 8:30 AM Monday (JST)
- Mexico City, Mexico: 5:30 PM Sunday (CST)
- Toronto, Canada: 6:30 PM Sunday (EST)
Check your location’s Super Bowl kickoff time here.
Free Fan Events During Super Bowl Week
Fan Photo Opportunities
From January 21 through February 8, oversized LX Roman numerals and Super Bowl displays appear at Harry Bridges Plaza and Ferry Terminal Plaza along San Francisco’s Embarcadero. Additional installations appear at SFO Airport, San Jose Mineta International Airport, Pier 39, Emeryville Amtrak station, Santa Clara, and SFMOMA.
Ferry Building Projection Shows
February 5-7, evening projection shows transform the Ferry Terminal Building into a time machine celebrating 60 years of Super Bowl history.
Oakland Official Fan Zone
February 8, Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts hosts a free outdoor Fan Zone with live music, local food vendors, and interactive activities.
Opening Night
February 2, free access to both teams at San Jose Convention Center through NFL OnePass app registration.
Super Bowl 2026 Stadium Guide
Levi’s Stadium sits at 4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way in Santa Clara, California. The stadium opened in 2014 and holds 68,500 fans. This marks the second Super Bowl at Levi’s after hosting Super Bowl 50 in 2016.
Public transit provides the best access to the stadium. The VTA Light Rail runs directly to the venue. Caltrain offers free shuttles from its station. BART passengers transfer to VTA to reach the stadium. Parking costs between $100 and $200 when purchased in advance.
The stadium enforces a clear bag policy. Approved bags measure 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches or smaller. Small clutches under 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches also gain entry. All other bags stay outside.
The weather in Santa Clara averages a high of 60°F and a low of 45°F in February. Levi’s Stadium has no roof, so fans experience open-air conditions. Layers help manage the temperature swing from afternoon to evening.
Gates open at 2:00 PM ET, which is 11:00 AM local time. Arriving three to four hours early helps avoid long security lines and allows time to explore the stadium. Security screening runs tighter than regular season games.
Super Bowl 2026 FAQs
What time does Super Bowl 2026 start?
Kickoff happens at 6:30 PM Eastern Time on Sunday, February 8, 2026. West Coast viewers watch at 3:30 PM Pacific Time.
Where is Super Bowl LX being held?
Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California hosts the game. The venue sits in the San Francisco Bay Area about 45 miles south of downtown San Francisco.
Who is playing in Super Bowl LX?
The New England Patriots face the Seattle Seahawks in a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX from 2015, which the Patriots won 28-24.
Who is performing at halftime?
Bad Bunny headlines the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show. He becomes the first Latin solo artist to perform at halftime and will perform entirely in Spanish, making Super Bowl history.
Who is singing the national anthem?
Charlie Puth performs “The Star-Spangled Banner” with ASL interpretation by Fred Beam. Brandi Carlile sings “America the Beautiful” with ASL by Julian Ortiz, and Coco Jones performs “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
How much are Super Bowl tickets?
According to StubHub, tickets start around $4,000 per person when buying in pairs. Upper deck seats run between $4,800 and $5,000. Premium seats behind the benches can reach $40,000 or more. The average ticket price sits around $7,700. Club seats and lower-level seating cost significantly more, while luxury suites start at $250,000.
What is the weather like in Santa Clara in February?
Expect temperatures around 60°F during the day and 45°F at night. The stadium has no roof, so dress in layers for changing conditions and potential evening chill.
How long is Super Bowl LX?
The game typically runs three and a half to four hours from kickoff to the final whistle. Factor in the extended halftime show with Bad Bunny’s performance and commercial breaks.
Can I watch Super Bowl 60 for free?
Yes. NBC broadcasts the game over the air for free with an antenna. Telemundo also airs Spanish-language coverage at no cost. Both networks carry the full game simultaneously.
Is Super Bowl 2026 available in 4K?
Peacock Premium Plus offers 4K HDR streaming for $16.99 per month. NBC may broadcast in 4K through select cable and satellite providers. Check with your provider for 4K availability.
Super Bowl week transforms the Bay Area into football central from February 2 through 8. The schedule packs free fan events, premium experiences, major concerts, and the biggest game of the year into one action-packed week.
Mark your calendar for 6:30 PM ET on February 8 to catch all the action from Levi’s Stadium as the Patriots and Seahawks battle for the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
