Super Bowl 60: Bad Bunny and Green Day Set to Rock Santa Clara
The Super Bowl isn’t just about football; it’s a cultural event. Beyond the game, fans eagerly anticipate the commercials and, of course, the incredible live music performances. Super Bowl 60, scheduled for February 8, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in Santa Clara, California, promises to deliver on all fronts. This year’s entertainment lineup is generating significant buzz, featuring both a legendary rock band and a global Latin superstar.
Green Day to Energize the Opening Ceremony
Rock icons Green Day will take the stage for the Super Bowl 60 opening ceremony, starting at 3:00 p.m. Fans can catch the performance live on their local NBC channel and also through streaming on Peacock. This pre-game show is expected to be a high-energy kickoff to the biggest sporting event of the year.
Bad Bunny to Headline the Halftime Show
The highly anticipated halftime show will be headlined by none other than Bad Bunny! The Puerto Rican superstar has dominated the music charts, earning the title of Spotify’s most-streamed artist globally for the fourth consecutive year, as reported by USA Today. His performance is set to be a landmark moment, showcasing Latin music on one of the world’s largest stages.
Political Undertones and Trump’s Reaction
Bad Bunny’s selection isn’t without political context. The artist openly supported Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election and previously cited concerns about the Trump administration’s immigration policies as a reason for limiting his U.S. tour dates. He expressed worries about potential ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) presence at his concerts, as he shared with I-D magazine.
Former President Donald Trump has publicly voiced his disapproval of the entertainment choices. He stated, “I’m anti-them,” referring to both Bad Bunny and Green Day, and described the selection as “a terrible choice” that “sows hatred.” Despite his criticism, Trump clarified that his absence from the Super Bowl isn’t related to the performers, but rather the distance. He told the New York Post he’d attend if the game were closer.
How to Watch Super Bowl 60
Super Bowl 60 will be broadcast on your local NBC channel. For those preferring to stream, options include Peacock, FuboTV, NFL+, and DirecTV. Don’t miss the action, the commercials, and the unforgettable performances by Bad Bunny and Green Day!
(USA Today reporter Zachary Schermele contributed to this report.)
