Super Bowl LX 2026: A Full-Day Music Spectacle Beyond the Game
Super Bowl LX, scheduled for February 8 at Levi's Stadium, is not merely a championship clash between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks. It has evolved into an extensive, day-long music production featuring an impressive roster of artists including Bad Bunny, Green Day, Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile, and Coco Jones, alongside numerous guests both onstage and on the sidelines. Outlets such as NBC, People, CBS News, and Radio Times have detailed the comprehensive schedule, with Bad Bunny himself setting expectations by declaring, "It's going to be a huge party," and vowing to showcase his culture on one of the world's grandest stages.
Bad Bunny Takes Center Stage for Halftime Show
The headline act for the Super Bowl LX halftime show is Puerto Rican global sensation Bad Bunny, succeeding recent performers like Kendrick Lamar, Usher, and Rihanna. Announced as the headliner in September 2025, Bad Bunny has dominated streaming charts, being Spotify's most-streamed artist in four of the last six years, only interrupted by Taylor Swift in 2023 and 2024. His previous Super Bowl appearance in 2020 as the viral "silver man" guest during Jennifer Lopez and Shakira's show pales in comparison to his current marquee status.
Bad Bunny will perform during halftime of the Patriots vs. Seahawks game, broadcast live on NBC and Peacock in the U.S., and via NFL Game Pass through DAZN and other partners internationally. His set is anticipated to highlight his signature blend of Latin pop, hip-hop, and reggaeton, with industry speculation hinting at potential guest appearances by artists like Cardi B and other Latin stars, though nothing has been officially confirmed.
At an Apple Music press conference covered by CBS News, Bad Bunny expressed mixed emotions about the performance, stating, "To be honest, I don't know how I'm feeling. There's a lot. I'm still in the middle of my tour. I was just at the Grammys last week." He emphasized that his excitement extends to his supporters, adding, "I'm excited, but at the same time, I feel more excited about the people than even me, my family, my friends, the people who have always believed in me."
Historic Multilingual Signing Program Debuts
A significant milestone for Super Bowl LX is the introduction of a multilingual signing program, including Puerto Rican Sign Language for the first time during the halftime show. Interpreter Celimar Rivera Cosme, who collaborated on Bad Bunny's massive Puerto Rico residency attracting over half a million fans, will lead the halftime signing team. This initiative is a joint effort with Alexis Kashar of LOVE SIGN and Howard Rosenblum of Deaf Equality, as reported in coverage of the NFL's announcement.
Pregame Performances: National Anthem and Cultural Anthems
The pregame festivities will be anchored by Charlie Puth, who confirmed in a January 2026 interview with Rolling Stone that he will perform the national anthem. Puth revealed he actively pursued the role, sending a demo to Roc Nation that reportedly impressed Jay-Z and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. He described Whitney Houston's rendition as "the best one ever done" and praised Chris Stapleton's raw performance, aiming to tackle what he called "the hardest piece of music ever written" in his unique style.
Brandi Carlile will sing "America the Beautiful," and Coco Jones will perform "Lift Every Voice and Sing," often referred to as the Black national anthem. Carlile expressed to The SoCal Sound, later picked up by Parade, that she finds the opportunity "profound," stating, "That is a song that I can fully put every piece of my weight behind, every piece of my heart and soul I can put inside the lyric of 'America the Beautiful' and mean it." Jones, in an Apple Music interview, shared her shock and honor at being chosen, noting, "It's just surreal, my life sometimes, but I do think it's an honor that they looked at me and they said, 'Yup, she can represent culture in this worldwide moment.'"
These pregame performances will also feature signing, with Deaf performer Fred Beam handling the national anthem and "Lift Every Voice and Sing" in American Sign Language, and Julian Ortiz signing "America the Beautiful," underscoring the league's commitment to inclusivity.
Complete Music Lineup and Schedule
Super Bowl Sunday is structured as a mini music festival surrounding the championship game, with performances across NBC, Peacock, and league platforms. Reports from NBC and People outline three primary stages: the tailgate concert, opening ceremony, and halftime show. The schedule in Eastern Time is as follows:
- 3:50 p.m. - Teddy Swims performs at the official Super Bowl Tailgate, live on Peacock, with rising rapper LaRussell as the early opener.
- 6:00 p.m. - The Super Bowl LX opening ceremony airs on NBC and Peacock, featuring Green Day, Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile, and Coco Jones.
- 6:30 p.m. - Kickoff for Patriots vs. Seahawks on NBC and Peacock.
- Halftime - Bad Bunny's Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, with his set and the halftime signing team taking over Levi's Stadium.
LaRussell and Teddy Swims add a fresh, emerging-artist vibe to the tailgate show, playing to fans hours before the national anthem, with Peacock providing live coverage. This comprehensive lineup blends established icons with rising talents, creating a dynamic musical experience that complements the athletic spectacle of the Super Bowl.
