NFL Super Bowl LX 2026: Bad Bunny Halftime at Levi’s

When Bad Bunny steps onto the field at Levi’s Stadium on February 8, 2026, he’ll make history as the first solo Latino artist to headline a Super Bowl halftime show—and he’s doing it entirely in Spanish. The announcement from the NFL on September 28, 2025, landed like a cultural detonation, sparking celebration in Puerto Rican and Latin communities while drawing unexpected political fire.

Super Bowl LX Location: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara ·
Halftime Performer: Bad Bunny ·
Event Date: February 8, 2026 ·
Matchup: Patriots vs Seahawks

The table below summarizes key details about Super Bowl LX and its historic halftime presentation.

Who performed at the 2026 Super Bowl halftime?

Bad Bunny took the stage at Levi’s Stadium on February 8, 2026, and immediately made clear this would be unlike any Super Bowl halftime before. The three-time Grammy winner delivered a 13-minute set performed almost entirely in Spanish, a historic first for the event. Apple Music’s Zane Lowe confirmed the performance length ahead of the show.

Bad Bunny selection details

The NFL, Apple Music, and Roc Nation announced Bad Bunny as headliner on September 28, 2025, making him the first solo Latino artist to ever headline a Super Bowl halftime show. His selection broke from the joint-format precedent set by Shakira and J.Lo in 2020, who performed together in a mixed-language set. Bad Bunny’s choice to perform entirely in Spanish marked a deliberate cultural statement.

Guest performers

Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin, and the cultural ensemble Los Pleneros de la Cresta joined Bad Bunny as featured guest performers. Ricky Martin’s appearance carried particular significance: he became the first openly gay male performer to appear at a Super Bowl halftime show. The production transformed the field at Levi’s Stadium into Puerto Rican countryside scenes, reportedly representing the 3,500 miles between Santa Clara and the island.

Cardi B made an unexpected cameo during the performance, dancing alongside Karol G, Young Miko, Jessica Alba, and Pedro Pascal, though her role sparked immediate controversy on prediction markets. According to Fox Sports (sports media outlet), Kalshi processed $47.3 million in wagers related to the cameo, while Polymarket saw $10 million in volume tied to the dispute.

Past halftime performers

Bad Bunny previously appeared at Super Bowl LIV in 2020, performing as a guest alongside Shakira and J.Lo. That experience clearly shaped his approach for his own headlining slot—he chose a solo format rather than a joint performance, and committed to a single-language set rather than the multilingual approach of his predecessors.

Who hosted the 2026 Super Bowl this year?

Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, hosted Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026. This marked the venue’s return as Super Bowl host; it previously staged Super Bowl 50 in 2016. The stadium’s selection represented a continuation of the NFL’s pattern of using large-capacity suburban stadiums for its flagship event.

Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara

The 68,500-seat venue sits in the heart of Silicon Valley, offering modern infrastructure and proximity to major airports. Santa Clara’s location provided logistical advantages for the Bay Area’s entertainment industry, with Bad Bunny holding his pre-show news conference in San Francisco.

Host city confirmation

Super Bowl LX featured the New England Patriots against the Seattle Seahawks in a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX from 2015. The NFL confirmed the matchup and host city details through official channels ahead of the event, with production preparations underway amid the surrounding controversy over Bad Bunny’s selection.

When and where is the next Super Bowl?

While Super Bowl LX took place February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium, the NFL has begun announcing future host cities for subsequent years. The league unveiled plans for the next four Super Bowl locations, with the 2027 host city already confirmed. Ticket information for upcoming events has become available through official NFL channels.

2026 date and venue

The February 8, 2026 date placed Super Bowl LX in its traditional late-winter slot on the NFL calendar. Levi’s Stadium’s selection meant the event returned to the Bay Area for the first time in a decade, providing a geographic contrast to recent hosts like Miami, Tampa Bay, and Las Vegas.

Future Super Bowl locations

The NFL announced multiple future host cities beyond 2026, establishing a multi-year rotation that prioritizes large metropolitan markets with significant corporate infrastructure. The 2027 Super Bowl location represents a new addition to the rotation, with additional cities scheduled through at least 2029.

What time and channel is the Super Bowl on?

Super Bowl LX aired on major broadcast networks with streaming options available through official partner platforms. The NFL structured its broadcast agreements to maximize both traditional television viewership and digital engagement, particularly for the halftime show given its cultural significance.

Broadcast details for 2026

The game aired across multiple networks and streaming platforms, reflecting the NFL’s strategy of distributing content across partners. Apple Music served as the official halftime sponsor, with Zane Lowe providing pre-show commentary and analysis through Apple platforms.

Viewing options

Viewers could access the game through traditional cable packages, network television broadcasts, and official streaming apps. The halftime show’s cultural prominence drove significant viewership for that segment specifically, with many viewers tuning in primarily for Bad Bunny’s performance.

Why did Bad Bunny get the halftime show?

Bad Bunny’s selection as Super Bowl LX halftime headliner reflected the NFL’s calculated bet on Latin music’s mainstream momentum. The three-time Grammy winner had built a decade-long track record of commercial dominance, with 23 songs charting in the Apple Music Top 100 Global following his February 9 performance. His ability to fill stadiums globally and generate streaming numbers comparable to any pop artist made him a compelling commercial choice.

NFL booking rationale

According to EFE (Spanish-language international news agency), the NFL framed the selection as recognition of Latin music’s cultural significance and Bad Bunny’s artistic stature. Apple Music’s partnership with Roc Nation brought entertainment industry expertise to the production, signaling the event’s ambitions beyond traditional sports programming.

Artist background

Born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio in Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny had built his career on genre-defying reggaetón and politically conscious lyrics. He won a Grammy for “Debí Tirar Más Fotos” before the Super Bowl performance, adding credibility to his artistic credentials. His previous Super Bowl appearance in 2020 gave him direct experience with the event’s production scale.

Bad Bunny plans to deliver his entire set in Spanish.

— EFE (Spanish-language international news agency)

Apple Music’s Zane Lowe mentioned that Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance is 13 minutes long.

— Click2Houston (local broadcast station)

The Puerto Rican flag waved during the performance featured a lighter shade of blue than the official flag — and it’s no printing accident.

— News4Jax (local broadcast station)

What to watch for

The immediate aftermath of Bad Bunny’s performance centers on streaming data and cultural impact metrics. His 23-song domination of Apple Music charts demonstrates the halftime show’s commercial power, but the long-term question is whether this moment accelerates the NFL’s commitment to Latin music programming or remains an isolated experiment. For fans seeking future tickets, the NFL’s announcement of upcoming host cities will shape planning for Super Bowls through the end of the decade.

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