When Is the Super Bowl 2027? Date, Time & Everything to Know

Super Bowl LXI is the 61st edition of the NFL's championship game. Based on the NFL calendar, the game is expected to be played on February 7, 2027, though the official date will be confirmed by the NFL when the 2026 season schedule is announced.

When Is the Super Bowl Each Year?

Since 2004, the Super Bowl has consistently been played on the first Sunday of February. Before that, it was held in late January. The move to early February was part of the NFL's expansion to a 17-game regular season and an extended playoff format. The precise date changes each year based on how the calendar falls, but fans can reliably plan for the first Sunday of February.

Super Bowl 2027 Week: Key Dates

• January 24, 2027 (estimated): NFC and AFC Championship Games
• January 31, 2027 (estimated): Opening Night — the official start of Super Bowl week
• February 1–5, 2027 (estimated): Media availability, radio row, sponsor events
• February 6, 2027 (estimated): Super Bowl Eve — final walkthrough and media sessions
• February 7, 2027 (estimated): Super Bowl LXI — Kickoff at approximately 6:30 PM ET

What Time Does the Super Bowl Kick Off?

The Super Bowl traditionally kicks off at approximately 6:30 PM Eastern Time, which translates to: 3:30 PM Pacific, 5:30 PM Central, and 11:30 PM Greenwich Mean Time. Pregame coverage begins several hours earlier, with the national anthem performed approximately 30 minutes before kickoff. The halftime show begins roughly 40–45 minutes into the first half.

How Long Is the Super Bowl?

A typical Super Bowl lasts approximately four hours from kickoff to final whistle, not counting the halftime show, which adds another 15–20 minutes. With pregame coverage factored in, fans should plan for the broadcast to last from approximately 3:00 PM ET (pregame) to 11:00 PM ET or later.

For the full Super Bowl 2027 guide, visit our Super Bowl 2027 page. For tickets, see our Super Bowl Tickets guide.