Quick Read
- Green Day will perform at the Super Bowl LX opening ceremony on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
- The event takes place at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, starting at 3 PM PST / 6 PM ET.
- There is significant anticipation regarding potential political statements by the band during their performance.
- Green Day has a history of political commentary, including recent remarks against ICE and former President Trump.
- Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show.
SANTA CLARA (Azat TV) – Punk rock icons Green Day are poised to kick off Super Bowl LX festivities this Sunday, February 8, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, with their highly anticipated opening ceremony performance. The Bay Area band’s appearance is drawing significant attention not only for their homecoming status but also for the widespread speculation regarding potential political statements, a hallmark of their live shows.
The Grammy-winning trio, comprising Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, and Tré Cool, was confirmed last month to open Super Bowl LX. Their performance is scheduled to begin at 3 PM PST (6 PM ET), preceding the main game and other pre-game entertainment. Green Day will usher a number of past Super Bowl MVPs onto the field before the New England Patriots face the Seattle Seahawks for the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
Green Day’s Homecoming and Political Stance
Returning to their Bay Area roots for this monumental event, Green Day’s participation has been met with enthusiasm from both the band and the NFL. Speaking with the NFL, lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong expressed the band’s excitement, stating, “We are super hyped to open Super Bowl 60 right in our backyard! We are honored to welcome the MVPs who’ve shaped the game and open the night for fans all over the world. Let’s have fun! Let’s get loud!” Tim Tubito, the NFL’s senior director of event and game presentation, highlighted the significance of “Celebrating 60 years of Super Bowl history with Green Day as a hometown band, while honoring the NFL legends who’ve helped define this sport.”
However, beyond the celebratory aspect, there is considerable buzz surrounding the potential for Green Day to use their high-profile platform for political commentary. The band has a well-documented history of integrating political messages into their performances, notably with their critically acclaimed 2004 album American Idiot, which criticized the “redneck agenda” of President George W. Bush and the Iraq War. In recent years, Green Day has consistently spoken out against political violence and specifically targeted former President Donald Trump and his “MAGA agenda” during live shows, often changing lyrics in songs like “American Idiot” to reflect their disapproval, as reported by Mashable.
Anticipated Political Commentary at Super Bowl LX
The speculation intensified following Green Day’s performance at the iHeartRadio ALTer EGO 2026 festival on January 17, 2025, just a day before their Super Bowl announcement. At the conclusion of their final song, “Good Riddance,” Armstrong delivered a powerful message in Spanish, shouting, “Chinga la migra,” which roughly translates to “Fuck ICE,” referring to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This direct and unfiltered comment has fueled predictions that the band might deliver a similarly bold statement during their Super Bowl LX set, which will be broadcast to a massive global audience.
Setlist predictions from Louder suggest the band is “bound to play American Idiot” and “Holiday,” both tracks that have been politically charged in past performances. Other expected hits include “Basket Case,” “When I Come Around,” “Welcome To Paradise,” and “Longview.” While no official duration has been confirmed, the performance is expected to last around 20-25 minutes.
Super Bowl LX Broadcast and Viewing Details
Super Bowl LX will take place on Sunday, February 8, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, with kick-off scheduled for 3:30 PM PT (6:30 PM ET). In the United States, the game and opening ceremony will be broadcast live on NBC and Telemundo (for a Spanish-language broadcast). Streaming options include Peacock, YouTube TV, and Walmart+. For viewers outside the US, a VPN service like NordVPN, recommended by Louder, can be used to access US streaming platforms.
In the UK, the event will be available free-to-air on Channel 5 and its streaming service, as well as on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports NFL for subscribers.
Other Key Super Bowl LX Performers
While Green Day will open the festivities, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny is set to headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show. Bad Bunny, who recently won Album Of The Year at the Grammys for his sixth record Debí Tirar Más Fotos, has also been a subject of political controversy, facing criticism from the “MAGA movement” and former President Trump, as reported by NME. His performance is expected to last approximately 13 minutes and will begin after the second quarter, likely between 8-8:30 PM ET.
The pre-game entertainment will also feature Charlie Puth performing the national anthem, Brandi Carlile singing “America the Beautiful,” and Coco Jones delivering “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
The confluence of major musical acts with strong political voices performing at an event as culturally significant as the Super Bowl underscores the increasing intertwining of entertainment and social commentary, reflecting a broader trend where artists leverage global stages to address pressing societal issues.