What Time is the Super Bowl? Super Bowl LX 2026 Start Time, TV Schedule & How to Watch

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What Time is the Super Bowl

If you’re searching for What time is the Super Bowl? as the big game draws near, here’s the answer: Super Bowl LX between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks kicks off on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. ET (3:30 p.m. PT) from Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Pregame coverage begins around 1:00 p.m. ET on NBC, with the halftime show featuring Bad Bunny expected midway through the broadcast.

Here’s everything you need to know about the time and how to catch it:

Super Bowl LX Key Times (All Times ET)

Here’s all the info you need for what time is the Super Bowl. We use East Coast time to keep things consistent (even though we live in Pacific Time :)). 

  • Kickoff: 6:30 p.m. ET (3:30 p.m. PT local time at the stadium)
  • Pregame Show: Starts around 1:00 p.m. ET (NBC’s “Football Night in America” coverage begins even earlier in some markets)
  • Halftime Show: Expected around 8:00-8:30 p.m. ET (featuring Bad Bunny as the headliner, with possible special guests)
  • Game Length: Typically 3.5-4 hours, so plan to wrap up around 10:00-10:30 p.m. ET
  • Broadcast: Live on NBC (over-the-air TV) and streaming on Peacock (with options for live, replays, and multi-view)

The game is in Pacific Time zone, so adjust for your location:

  • Pacific Time (PT): 3:30 p.m. kickoff
  • Mountain Time (MT): 4:30 p.m.
  • Central Time (CT): 5:30 p.m.
  • Eastern Time (ET): 6:30 p.m.

How to Watch Super Bowl LX

Here’s how you can watch Super Bowl LX

  • TV: NBC (free with antenna or cable) – primary broadcaster with full pregame, game, halftime, and postgame.
  • Streaming: Peacock ($5.99/month or ad-free premium) – live stream, replays, and extras like alternate angles or player cams.
  • Free Options: Over-the-air NBC broadcast (no subscription needed if you have an antenna); check local listings for bars/parties showing the game.
  • International: Varies by country:check NBC Sports or local broadcasters (e.g., CTV/TSN in Canada). US Armed Forces Network (AFN) also provides coverage for servicemembers and U.S. government employees stationed overseason. The game is also being streamed on AFN Now this year too. 

For the latest odds, the Seahawks are favored at -4.5 points in most books, with the over/under sitting at 45.5 total points. Betting interest is high on player props (Darnold passing yards, Maye TDs, Walker rushing) and fun bets like Gatorade color or coin toss.

Super Bowl LX Resources from SportsBrackets.net

Get everything set up for your watch party or pool. We have a number of resources and more for you to enjoy watching the game whether in a group, at a party, or in a small group:

Who’s your pick:Patriots pulling the upset or Seahawks handling business? Drop your predictions and prop bets to us on X when you have time. @sportsbracketsol

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Jacey Tine is a lifelong San Diego Padres and Florida Gators fan with 7+ years of sports coverage experience. At Sports Brackets, she delivers brackets, schedules, previews, and analysis across MLB, college football, NFL, WNBA, and more. Always with a fan-focused, reliable approach.