This report examines the details surrounding Super Bowl LX, focusing on the official start time, the anticipated halftime performance, and broadcast information. With the game date approaching, various sources offer a converging picture of the event's schedule and key participants.
Event Timing and Schedule
Super Bowl LX is scheduled for Sunday, February 8, 2026. Kickoff is set for 3:30 PM PT (Pacific Time) in Santa Clara, California. This translates to 6:30 PM ET (Eastern Time). The UK broadcast will commence at 11:30 PM GMT on the same date.
Beyond the main game, other events contribute to the Super Bowl weekend experience:
Super Bowl Experience: This fan-focused event will be held at the Moscone Center from February 3rd to February 8th, with specific daily hours detailed below.
Pro Bowl Games: These games are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, February 3rd.
Stadium Campus Opens: Entry to the stadium grounds will commence at 11:30 AM PT on game day.
Gameday Experience: An onsite experience will run from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM PT.
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| Event | Date | Time (PT) |
|---|---|---|
| Super Bowl Experience | Feb 3 - Feb 7 | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Super Bowl Experience | Feb 8 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Pro Bowl Games | Feb 3 | Starts |
| Stadium Campus Opens | Feb 8 | 11:30 AM |
| Gameday Experience | Feb 8 | 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Super Bowl Kickoff | Feb 8 | 3:30 PM |
Halftime Performance and Ceremonies
The highly anticipated halftime show will feature a performance by Bad Bunny. This marks his headline performance at the Super Bowl. While Bad Bunny is slated for the halftime slot, Green Day is noted to perform during the Super Bowl opening ceremony. The game's duration is projected to be between three to four hours, accounting for commercials and potential overtime.
Broadcast and Viewing Information
Super Bowl LX will be exclusively streamed on Peacock. For those with traditional television access, the broadcast will be carried nationwide by Fox. Additional streaming options include Hulu with Live TV, DirecTV, Sling TV, YouTubeTV, and Fubo. In the UK, viewing will be available on Channel 5, Sky Sports, and DAZN.
Participating Teams and Historical Context
The game will feature the New England Patriots facing the Seattle Seahawks.
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New England Patriots: This marks their pursuit of a potential seventh Super Bowl victory. Their last Super Bowl appearance was seven years prior to Super Bowl LX, where they defeated the Rams in Super Bowl LIII. A key play in their history against the Seahawks involved a game-winning interception in Super Bowl XLIX.
Seattle Seahawks: The Seahawks are seeking their second Lombardi Trophy. Their Super Bowl record stands at 1-2, with their most recent appearance being eleven years prior to Super Bowl LX, a loss to the Patriots in Super Bowl XLIX. Their sole victory was in Super Bowl XLVIII against the Broncos.
Officiating
The officiating crew for Super Bowl LX will be led by referee Shawn Smith, marking his first time in this role for the championship game.
Sources
ibtimes.co.uk: Published 4 minutes ago. Provides kickoff time and identifies Bad Bunny as the halftime performer. (https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/what-time-does-super-bowl-start-details-national-anthem-halftime-show-performers-announcers-1777185)
nbcchicago.com: Published 13 hours ago. Details pregame show timings, exclusive streaming on Peacock, and confirms teams and location. Mentions Bad Bunny's prior Super Bowl appearance. (https://www.nbcchicago.com/super-bowl/what-time-is-the-super-bowl-where-you-can-watch-performers-and-more/3888349/)
boston.com: Published 5 days ago. Offers historical context on the Patriots' and Seahawks' Super Bowl appearances and records. (https://www.boston.com/sports/super-bowl/2026/02/02/2026-super-bowl-game-time/)
latimes.com: Published January 26, 2026. Identifies the author overseeing NFL coverage and provides a general overview. (https://www.latimes.com/sports/story/2026-01-25/super-bowl-start-time-teams-location-tv-channel-halftime-show)
bbc.com: Published August 25, 2025. Provides UK kickoff time, date, and broadcast channels (Channel 5, Sky Sports, DAZN), along with confirmation of participating teams. (https://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/articles/cn41r331333o)
cincinnati.com: Published 2 days ago. Confirms Bad Bunny as the halftime headliner and Green Day performing during the opening ceremony. (https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/2026/02/05/time-bad-bunny-super-bowl-halftime-show-start-2026/88525779007/)
nflplayoffpass.com: Published 16 hours ago. Details the timeline for Super Bowl Experience and the Super Bowl weekend, including dates and hours of operation. (https://nflplayoffpass.com/super-bowl-schedule/)
nfl.com: Published 9 hours ago. Confirms game day date, kickoff time (PT), stadium campus opening, Gameday Experience timing, halftime performer, and location. (https://www.nfl.com/super-bowl/event-info/gameday-guide)
thegameday.com: Published January 26, 2026. Asks questions about betting, participants, location, and start time for Super Bowl 60. (https://thegameday.com/nfl/super-bowl/kickoff/)
newsweek.com: Published February 8, 2025. Discusses the expected game duration and mentions Tubi as an official free streaming partner, along with other streaming services and Fox as the national broadcaster. (https://www.newsweek.com/when-super-bowl-start-time-halftime-show-details-2026593)
