Quick answer
Super Bowl LXI kicks off at 6:30 PM ET (3:30 PM PT) on Sunday, February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Countdown to kickoff, 6:30 PM ET
What time does the Super Bowl start?
Super Bowl LXI starts at 6:30 PM Eastern Time on Sunday, February 14, 2027. That is 3:30 PM on the West Coast, where the game is played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The pregame show, the national anthem and the coin toss all come before kickoff, so tune in at least 30 minutes early if you want to see them.
This year the game falls on Valentine’s Day, the first time the Super Bowl has been played on February 14.
Super Bowl 2027 kickoff time in every time zone
Find your city below. Outside the Americas, the game often starts late Sunday night or early Monday morning.
| Location | Kickoff | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 6:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| Central (CT) | 5:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| Mountain (MT) | 4:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| Arizona | 4:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| Pacific (PT) | 3:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| Alaska | 2:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| Hawaii | 1:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| Toronto | 6:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| Mexico City | 5:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| London | 11:30 PM | Sun, Feb 14 |
| Berlin | 12:30 AM | Mon, Feb 15 |
| Lagos | 12:30 AM | Mon, Feb 15 |
| Dubai | 3:30 AM | Mon, Feb 15 |
| India | 5:00 AM | Mon, Feb 15 |
| Dhaka | 5:30 AM | Mon, Feb 15 |
| Manila | 7:30 AM | Mon, Feb 15 |
| Sydney | 10:30 AM | Mon, Feb 15 |
What time is the Super Bowl halftime show?
There is no fixed start time for the halftime show. It begins when the second quarter ends, which in recent Super Bowls has been about 90 minutes after kickoff. For Super Bowl LXI, expect the show at around 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT). A slow first half with many timeouts or reviews can push it later.
Halftime performer
The Super Bowl LXI halftime show performer has not been announced yet. The game is on Sunday, February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium.
How long is the Super Bowl?
A Super Bowl usually lasts about 3.5 to 4 hours from kickoff to the final whistle. The game clock is only 60 minutes, but commercial breaks, timeouts, reviews and a longer than normal halftime (around 30 minutes) add the rest. Overtime, if needed, adds more.
What time does the Super Bowl end?
Based on a typical game length, Super Bowl LXI should end at about these times. Overtime would push every time later.
| Eastern (ET) | About 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Central (CT) | About 9:00 PM |
| Mountain (MT) | About 8:00 PM |
| Pacific (PT) | About 7:00 PM |
What channel is the Super Bowl on at kickoff?
TV and streaming
Super Bowl LXI airs on ABC and ESPN, with a livestream on Disney+. Kickoff is 6:30 PM ET (3:30 PM PT) on Feb 14, 2027.
See every TV, streaming and free option, plus guides for viewers outside the US, in our how to watch the Super Bowl guide.
Super Bowl kickoff time FAQ
What time is the Super Bowl in Central time?
Super Bowl LXI kicks off at 5:30 PM Central Time on Sunday, February 14, 2027.
Is the Super Bowl on Sunday or Monday?
The game is on Sunday, February 14, 2027, in the US. In Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia the kickoff falls late Sunday night or on Monday morning local time.
What time is the Super Bowl in the UK?
Kickoff is at 11:30 PM GMT on Sunday, February 14, 2027, in the UK.
What time is the Super Bowl in Bangladesh?
In Bangladesh the Super Bowl starts at 5:30 AM on Monday, February 15, 2027 (Dhaka time).
What time is the Super Bowl in Australia?
In Sydney and Melbourne the game starts at 10:30 AM on Monday, February 15, 2027 (AEDT).
Does the Super Bowl start exactly at 6:30 PM ET?
6:30 PM ET is the scheduled kickoff. The national anthem and the coin toss happen in the minutes before it, so the first play is right around that time.