Last updated: Oct. 12, 2026. This Super Bowl LXI guide will be updated as the NFL, ESPN, Disney and event organizers announce additional details.
Super Bowl 61, officially Super Bowl LXI, is already one of the biggest search events on the NFL calendar. Fans are looking for the date, location, stadium, TV channel, streaming options, ticket information and halftime show updates long before the matchup is set.
The short version: Super Bowl LXI is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The game will air on ESPN and ABC, with streaming available through Disney+ and the ESPN App. The halftime show performer has not yet been officially announced.
Super Bowl 61 Quick Facts
When Is Super Bowl 61?
Super Bowl 61 is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 14, 2027. SoFi Stadium’s official event listing and the Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee announcement both identify Feb. 14, 2027, as the date for Super Bowl LXI.
The game will conclude the 2026 NFL season and crown the champion for that league year. Kickoff time will be announced closer to the event, but Super Bowl kickoffs traditionally fall in the early evening Eastern Time window.
Where Is Super Bowl 2027?
Super Bowl 2027 will be played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The NFL announced that the Los Angeles region would host Super Bowl LXI, with the game being played at SoFi Stadium.
SoFi Stadium has quickly become one of the NFL’s signature big-event venues. The official SoFi Stadium announcement noted that Super Bowl LXI brings the NFL’s biggest stage back to the Los Angeles region for the second time this decade.
How to Watch Super Bowl LXI
Super Bowl LXI will air on ESPN and ABC. Disney and ESPN also announced that Disney+ will stream Super Bowl LXI, giving fans another major way to watch the game. The ESPN Press Room announcement says Disney+ will livestream the game on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2027.
The broadcast is notable because it will mark ESPN’s first-ever Super Bowl production. ESPN’s coverage plans also include broader Super Bowl week programming and fan experiences leading into the game.
Super Bowl 61 TV and Streaming Options
Who Is Performing the Super Bowl 61 Halftime Show?
The Super Bowl LXI halftime show performer has not been officially announced. That will likely change closer to the 2026 NFL season or during the months leading into the game.
There will be plenty of rumors before then, but until the NFL, Apple Music, Roc Nation or another official partner confirms the performer, any rumored name should be treated as speculation.
Super Bowl 61 Tickets and Hospitality
Fans looking for official ticket and hospitality options should follow updates from the NFL and On Location, the NFL’s official hospitality provider. SoFi Stadium’s official Super Bowl LXI event page also points fans toward official package information.
General ticket availability, resale market pricing and additional hospitality details will become clearer as the event gets closer and as the two participating teams are determined.
Why Super Bowl LXI Matters
Super Bowl LXI is not just another championship game. It returns the NFL’s biggest event to the Los Angeles region, brings the Super Bowl back to SoFi Stadium and gives ESPN its first opportunity to produce the league’s biggest broadcast.
It also expands the way fans can watch the game. With ESPN, ABC and Disney+ all involved, Super Bowl 61 will be one of the most broadly distributed Super Bowls of the modern streaming era.
Official Super Bowl LXI Links
- NFL announcement: Los Angeles to host Super Bowl LXI
- SoFi Stadium announcement for Super Bowl LXI
- SoFi Stadium Super Bowl LXI event page
- ESPN Press Room: Disney+ to stream Super Bowl LXI
- Disney+ Super Bowl LXI streaming announcement
- On Location official Super Bowl ticket and hospitality packages
Super Bowl 61 FAQ
When is Super Bowl 61?
Super Bowl 61 is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 14, 2027.
Where is Super Bowl LXI?
Super Bowl LXI will be played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, part of the Los Angeles region.
What channel is Super Bowl 61 on?
Super Bowl 61 will air on ESPN and ABC.
Can I stream Super Bowl LXI?
Yes. Disney and ESPN announced that Disney+ will stream Super Bowl LXI. The game is also expected to be available through supported ESPN App access.
Who is performing at halftime of Super Bowl 61?
The Super Bowl LXI halftime show performer has not been officially announced yet.
Is Super Bowl 61 the same as Super Bowl LXI?
Yes. Super Bowl 61 and Super Bowl LXI refer to the same game. “LXI” is the Roman numeral for 61.
This article will be updated when the NFL, ESPN, Disney, SoFi Stadium or official event partners announce kickoff time, halftime show details, ticket updates and additional broadcast information.
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