When Super Bowl 60 reaches halftime, the spotlight will shift from the field to the stage as Bad Bunny delivers a historic performance. The international superstar is set to headline the halftime show at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Where to Watch
- TV Channel: NBC
- Live Stream: Peacock
Fans can catch the halftime show live on NBC or stream it through Peacock, NBC’s streaming platform that also hosts NFL Sunday Night Football, Premier League soccer, and Olympic coverage.
Start Time
Super Bowl 60 kicks off at 6:30 p.m. ET, with the halftime show expected to begin around 8:00 p.m. ET.
A Historic First
Bad Bunny’s performance marks several milestones:
- First halftime show performed entirely in Spanish.
- First male Latino artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show.
- First Latino artist to perform solo at the event.
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican star promised, “The world will dance,” signaling a global celebration of culture and unity.
Do Performers Get Paid?
Super Bowl halftime performers do not receive direct payment from the NFL. Instead, the league covers production and travel costs. The exposure, however, often leads to massive boosts in streaming numbers, ticket sales, and global recognition.
Other Pregame Performances
- Charlie Puth will sing the national anthem.
- Brandi Carlile will perform “America the Beautiful.”
- Coco Jones will sing “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
Legacy of the Halftime Show
The Super Bowl halftime show has evolved from marching bands in the 1960s to global icons like Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, and Rihanna. Bad Bunny now joins this legendary list, bringing Latin music to the forefront of one of the world’s most-watched broadcasts.
