Super Bowl 60: A Showdown in Santa Clara and a Star-Studded Stage
The biggest day in American sports is here: Super Bowl 60 kicks off Sunday, Feb. 8, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, with the New England Patriots squaring off against the Seattle Seahawks. But as much as this game is about football, it’s also about the spectacle - and this year, the entertainment lineup is as stacked as the rosters on the field.
Let’s break down what’s happening off the gridiron, from the national anthem to the halftime show, and everything in between.
Halftime Spotlight: Bad Bunny Takes Center Stage
Apple Music and Roc Nation are bringing global superstar Bad Bunny to the Super Bowl 60 halftime show - and this is more than just a performance. It’s a moment.
Bad Bunny has been Spotify’s most-streamed artist four times since 2020, including last year, and he’s now the first solo Latino artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show. While he made a cameo back in 2020 alongside Shakira and Jennifer Lopez, this time the spotlight is all his.
His rise has been nothing short of meteoric. In 2020, El Último Tour Del Mundo became the first all-Spanish-language album to top the Billboard 200.
Two years later, Un Verano Sin Ti spent 13 weeks at No. 1 and earned a Grammy nod for Album of the Year - the first Spanish-language album ever to do so. He followed that with two more chart-toppers: Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana (2023) and Debí Tirar Más Fotos (2025).
He’s not just breaking records - he’s redefining what global superstardom looks like in today’s music landscape. With 28 songs that have crossed the billion-stream threshold on Spotify and a massive hit in Cardi B’s I Like It, Bad Bunny isn’t just performing at the Super Bowl - he’s bringing a cultural movement to the halftime stage.
The Voices of Super Bowl 60: A Star-Studded Lineup
Before the opening kickoff, the Super Bowl tradition of powerful pregame performances continues with a trio of standout artists.
Charlie Puth - National Anthem
Charlie Puth will lend his voice to “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Known for his uncanny pitch and smooth pop sensibility, Puth brings both vocal chops and emotional depth to the anthem. Since breaking through with “Marvin Gaye” in 2015, he’s delivered hits like “We Don’t Talk Anymore,” “Attention,” and his mega-collaboration with Wiz Khalifa, “See You Again,” which ruled the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 weeks in 2015.
Puth’s voice has a way of connecting - expect a rendition that’s both technically sharp and emotionally resonant.
Brandi Carlile - “America the Beautiful”
Brandi Carlile, the Americana powerhouse with 11 Grammy Awards and two Emmys to her name, will take on “America the Beautiful.” Known for her rich storytelling and raw vocal delivery, Carlile brings a depth and authenticity that should elevate this classic to something truly memorable.
NFL fans may remember her from the 2014 playoff game between the Saints and Seahawks, where she sang the national anthem. This time, she’s back on an even bigger stage, delivering a song that celebrates the country’s ideals with her signature soul.
Coco Jones - “Lift Every Voice and Sing”
Coco Jones will perform “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” often referred to as the Black national anthem. Jones has been on a steady rise, from her early Disney Channel days to mainstream R&B success.
Her breakout hit “ICU” went double-platinum and earned her a Grammy for Best R&B Performance. She also picked up Best New Artist honors at the BET Awards. In 2024, she delivered a stirring rendition of the national anthem at WrestleMania XL - and now she brings that same vocal power and presence to the Super Bowl stage.
Opening Act: Green Day Kicks Off the Celebration
Before the players even take the field, rock legends Green Day will open the festivities with a special performance celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Super Bowl. The California-based band, known for hits like “Boulevard of Broken Dreams” and “American Idiot,” will bring their high-energy sound to Levi’s Stadium starting at 4 p.m. Mountain Time.
It’s a fitting way to start the party - a little punk rock to set the tone before the opening whistle.
Game Time and Broadcast Info
Super Bowl 60 between the Patriots and Seahawks is set to kick off at 4:30 p.m. Mountain Time (6:30 p.m.
ET). The game will be broadcast on NBC and streamed live on Peacock and FUBO, among other platforms.
Mike Tirico will be on the call with Cris Collinsworth providing analysis - a familiar and trusted duo for fans tuning in.
Back at Levi’s Stadium
This marks the second time Levi’s Stadium has hosted a Super Bowl. The last time was Super Bowl 50, when the Denver Broncos - in what would become Peyton Manning’s final game - took down the Carolina Panthers 24-10. A decade later, the venue is once again the center of the football universe.
Whether you’re here for the X’s and O’s or the lights and lyrics, Super Bowl 60 is bringing the full package. From Bad Bunny’s halftime takeover to a pregame lineup packed with talent and a game that promises fireworks, this is more than a championship - it’s a celebration of sport, culture, and entertainment on the grandest stage.