The countdown to Super Bowl LIX is on, and whether you’re here for the game, the halftime show, or just need to plan your watch party, you’ve come to the right place. Super Bowl LIX is scheduled for Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans (CBS Sports). Below every verified detail you need, from kickoff time and channel to the historic halftime headline and the teams fighting for the Lombardi Trophy.

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Date: February 9, 2025 ·
Kickoff time: 6:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. CT) ·
Venue: Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana ·
Teams: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles ·
Halftime performer: Kendrick Lamar ·
Referee: Ronald Torbert

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Potential guest appearances during halftime show (speculated but not confirmed)
  • Exact length of halftime performance (typically 12–15 minutes)
3Timeline signal
  • Sunday, February 9, 2025 — game day (ABC News)
  • Kickoff at 6:30 p.m. ET (CBS Sports)
4What’s next
  • Pregame coverage starts as early as 12:00 p.m. ET on Fox (ABC News)
  • National anthem: Jon Batiste performs (ABC News)

Six facts define the game at a glance.

Fact Detail
Super Bowl number LIX (59)
League National Football League (NFL)
Favorite (odds) Kansas City Chiefs (-1.5 as of Jan 30, 2025)
Attendance 65,719 (official, from Super Bowl LIX)
Referee Ronald Torbert
Halftime show sponsor Apple Music

The pattern: a tight pack of stats sets the stage for a game that pits a dynasty against a top-tier defensive squad.

When and where is the 2025 Super Bowl?

Exact date and kickoff time

  • Sunday, February 9, 2025 — officially locked by the NFL (ABC News)
  • Kickoff at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time / 5:30 p.m. Central Time (CBS Sports)

Venue history and capacity

  • Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana — seat capacity set at 73,208 for the Super Bowl (CBS Sports)
  • The Superdome has hosted eight previous Super Bowls, more than any other venue
Why this matters

New Orleans hasn’t hosted a Super Bowl since 2013. For the city and its tourism economy, this return is worth an estimated $500–600 million in economic impact.

The implication: this Super Bowl is both a game and a civic revival for a city that thrives on hosting big events.

What time and channel is the Super Bowl Sunday?

Nationally broadcast on Fox

  • Fox is the official U.S. broadcaster for Super Bowl LIX (CBS Sports)
  • Pregame coverage begins as early as 12:00 p.m. ET (ABC News)

Streaming options

  • Streaming available via NFL app, Tubi, and Fox Sports app (ABC News)
  • Additional options: Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and other services carrying Fox
Bottom line: Fox is the only over-the-air channel you need, but if you’re cord-cutting, Tubi offers a free stream. For kickoff, set your alarms for 6:30 p.m. ET sharp.

The catch: viewers need to check local listings because Fox affiliate schedules can vary.

Who is performing at the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show?

Kendrick Lamar as headliner

  • Kendrick Lamar headlined the Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show (FOX Sports)
  • He is the first solo rapper to be the sole headliner of the Super Bowl halftime show (FOX Sports)
  • Lamar is a 17-time Grammy winner (CBS Sports)

Past halftime show controversies and declines

  • Artists who have declined or refused historically include Rihanna (who later performed in 2023) and earlier Beyoncé (speculated)
  • The NFL does not pay direct appearance fees to halftime performers (CBS Sports)
The upshot

Kendrick Lamar’s booking marks a cultural shift: after years of pop and rock headliners, the NFL chose a lyric-driven rapper whose catalogue spans protest anthems and radio hits. For the league, it’s a bet on younger audiences. For Lamar, it’s the biggest stage in music, non-compensated aside from production budget and exposure.

What this means: the halftime performance becomes a statement on the NFL’s evolving demographics and Lamar’s cultural reach.

Who will be in the 2025 Super Bowl?

Kansas City Chiefs — AFC champion

  • Chiefs won AFC Championship on January 26, 2025, defeating the Buffalo Bills (ABC News)
  • Majority owner: Clark Hunt, net worth $2 billion (Forbes 2024)

Philadelphia Eagles — NFC champion

  • Eagles won NFC Championship on January 26, 2025, defeating the Washington Commanders 55-23 (ABC News)
  • Owner: Jeffrey Lurie, net worth $5.2 billion (Forbes 2024)

Rematch from Super Bowl LVII

  • The teams met in Super Bowl LVII (2023), where the Chiefs won 38-35 (CBS Sports)
  • This is the first Super Bowl rematch since the Patriots and Giants in 2008 and 2012
The paradox

The Chiefs enter as slight favorites (-1.5), but the Eagles boast a deeper defensive line and a rushing game that ranked No. 2 in the NFL. For Philadelphia fans, it’s a shot at redemption; for Kansas City, it’s a chance at a three-peat — a feat no team has achieved in the Super Bowl era.

Do halftime performers get paid?

  • The NFL does not pay halftime performers direct appearance fees (CBS Sports)
  • Performers receive production expenses and promotional opportunities
  • Rihanna (2023) and others have accepted the arrangement
Bottom line: For Kendrick Lamar, the halftime show is a $0 payday but a cultural megaphone. Artists accept the terms because a 12-minute performance can push catalog streams by 200–300% and drive ticket sales for years.

Who is the national anthem singer for Super Bowl LIX?

  • Jon Batiste sang the national anthem at Super Bowl LIX (ABC News)
  • Batiste is a New Orleans native and Grammy-winning musician with five Grammys to his name
  • The announcement reinforced the game’s local flavor — Batiste grew up in the New Orleans music scene

What billionaire owns an NFL team?

Owners of the competing teams

  • Kansas City Chiefs majority owner: Clark Hunt, net worth $2 billion (Forbes 2024)
  • Philadelphia Eagles owner: Jeffrey Lurie, net worth $5.2 billion (Forbes 2024)

Other billionaire NFL owners

  • New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft: net worth $11.1 billion (Forbes 2024)
  • NFL ownership is among the most exclusive clubs in sports — the cheapest franchise sale in recent years (Denver Broncos, 2022) cleared $4.65 billion
The trade-off

For fans rooting against dynastic ownership, the Hunt family (Chiefs) and Lurie (Eagles) represent stability that runs deep — Hunt has owned the Chiefs since 1960, Lurie since 1994. That longevity translates into front-office consistency, but also means ticket prices ($7,000 average on resale for Super Bowl LIX) reflect the luxury market these billionaires operate in.

Timeline

  • February 2023: Super Bowl LVII — Chiefs beat Eagles 38-35
  • August 2024: NFL confirms Super Bowl LIX date and location (CBS Sports)
  • September 2024: Kendrick Lamar announced as halftime headliner (FOX Sports)
  • January 26, 2025: Chiefs win AFC Championship; Eagles win NFC Championship (ABC News)
  • February 9, 2025: Super Bowl LIX kickoff

Clarity section

Confirmed facts

  • Date: February 9, 2025
  • Kickoff time: 6:30 p.m. ET
  • Venue: Caesars Superdome
  • Teams: Chiefs vs. Eagles

What’s unclear

  • Potential specific guest appearances during halftime show (speculated but not confirmed)
  • Exact length of halftime performance (typically 12-15 minutes, but not officially announced per year)

Quotes

“Super Bowl LIX will be a celebration of the NFL’s biggest stage, and we’re thrilled to bring the game back to New Orleans.”

— NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, via CBS Sports

“Kendrick Lamar is a once-in-a-generation artist and cultural force. His performance will be historic.”

— Kendrick Lamar’s team, via FOX Sports

Additional sources

youtube.com, kendricklamar.fandom.com, cbssports.com, en.wikipedia.org, abcnews.com, en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org, forbes.com, youtube.com

For those planning ahead, the Super Bowl 2025 details provide everything from kickoff time to the halftime show lineup.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Super Bowl always on a Sunday?

Yes, the Super Bowl is traditionally held on the first Sunday in February. In 2025, it falls on February 9.

How long is the Super Bowl halftime show?

Typically 12–15 minutes, though exact length for Super Bowl LIX has not been confirmed.

What channel is the Super Bowl on in 2025?

Fox is the official U.S. broadcaster (CBS Sports).

How can I watch the Super Bowl online?

Stream via NFL app, Tubi, Fox Sports app, and services with Fox like Hulu + Live TV (ABC News).

How much do Super Bowl tickets cost?

Resale prices averaged around $7,000 for Super Bowl LIX as of late January 2025, depending on seat location.

Who won the last Super Bowl before 2025?

The Kansas City Chiefs won Super Bowl LVII in 2023, defeating the Eagles 38-35. The Chiefs also won Super Bowl LVIII in 2024, defeating the San Francisco 49ers.

Has a rapper ever headlined the Super Bowl halftime show alone?

No — Kendrick Lamar is the first solo rapper to be the sole headliner of a Super Bowl halftime show (FOX Sports).

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