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when does superbowl game start

The Super Bowl 2026 (Super Bowl LX) kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on Sunday, February 8, 2026 (which is 3:30 p.m. local time in Santa Clara, California).

Quick Scoop: When does the Super Bowl game start?

  • Official kickoff time: 6:30 p.m. ET (3:30 p.m. PT).
  • Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026.
  • Stadium: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California.
  • TV channels: NBC and Telemundo in the US.
  • Streaming options: Peacock, NFL+, and other live TV streamers (e.g., DirecTV, Fubo).

Before kickoff

  • Pre-game shows and build-up coverage start hours earlier in the afternoon on the main broadcaster, with features, analysis, and interviews.
  • A pre-game performance by Green Day is scheduled around 6:00 p.m. ET , just before kickoff.

If you just want to see the game itself and not all the pre-game hype, tuning in right before 6:30 p.m. ET will cover you.

Useful time reference table

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RegionLocal kickoff time
US Eastern (ET)6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb 8, 2026
US Central (CT)5:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 (one hour behind ET)
US Mountain (MT)4:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 (two hours behind ET)
US Pacific (PT)3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb 8, 2026
GMT/UTC11:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb 8, 2026
**TL;DR:** If you’re planning snacks, invites, or a watch party, have everyone ready by **6:00 p.m. ET** , so you catch the pre-game music and don’t miss the **6:30 p.m. ET** kickoff.

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