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How to Watch the Jack White Halftime Show Live During Lions vs Packers on Thanksgiving

Updated :  Thursday, November 27, 2025 10:10 AM
Jack White performing on the field during the Detroit Lions Thanksgiving halftime show at Ford Field.

The highly anticipated Jack White Halftime Show will take place during the Detroit Lions vs Green Bay Packers Thanksgiving matchup on Thursday, November 27, live from Ford Field in Detroit. The performance will be broadcast nationally on Fox as part of the NFL’s traditional Thanksgiving triple-header, giving millions of viewers a chance to watch the Detroit native perform during one of the most-watched football events of the season.

Thanksgiving football has been a Detroit tradition for more than 80 years, and this year’s halftime event adds major star power. The show is produced by a team led by Eminem, Paul Rosenberg, and Jesse Collins Entertainment, further raising expectations for a standout holiday performance.

How to Watch the Jack White Halftime Show Live

The halftime show will air exclusively on Fox. Anyone watching the Lions vs Packers game on a TV provider or streaming service that includes local Fox coverage will automatically see the performance without needing a separate login, platform, or subscription.

Broadcast Time

  • Game kickoff: 1:00 p.m. ET

  • Halftime performance window: Between 2:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. ET (timing depends on gameplay speed)

Viewers tuning into Fox at any point during the game will see the Jack White segment live during the midgame break.

Can You Stream the Jack White Halftime Show?

Yes — any streaming service that carries live Fox affiliates will include the halftime show, including:

  • YouTube TV

  • Hulu + Live TV

  • Fubo

  • DirecTV Stream

  • Sling TV (select markets)

Cord-cutters can watch using local Fox channels via streaming or antenna.

The halftime event is part of the “Thanksgiving Halftime Show powered by Verizon”, and no additional access purchase is required.

Why the Halftime Performance Matters

The opening game of the NFL’s Thanksgiving schedule consistently draws massive national attention. The Lions and Packers have played nearly 200 times, fueling one of the league’s longest rivalries. Adding hometown headliner Jack White, known for his groundbreaking rock and blues career, brings a cultural celebration to a historic sports tradition.

In Detroit, the halftime show also represents the city’s deep musical roots — from Motown to rock icons — and reinforces the football franchise’s role in shaping American holiday viewing habits.

The performance will take place live at midfield on the 50-yard line inside Ford Field, turning the arena into a national stage.

Quick Facts

QuestionAnswer
What channel is airing the halftime show?Fox
What time does it start?Approx. 2:30–3:00 p.m. ET
Where is it streamed?Any live TV service carrying Fox
Where is it performed?Ford Field in Detroit
Who is producing the show?Eminem, Paul Rosenberg & Jesse Collins Entertainment

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