Super Bowl LVIII (58) is nearly here, and whilst many will be tuning in for all the football action between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Fransisco 49ers, one of the biggest highlights of the event is the halftime show.
With past performers including Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé, this mini-concert will include some huge songs and spectacles. But who is performing this year? And when will the halftime show happen? We answer all those questions – and more – below.
You can also read up on how to watch the Super Bowl ’24, as well as our more general guide on how to watch the NFL.
Who is performing at the Super Bowl halftime show 2024?
This year, the Super Bowl halftime show will be led by R&B and pop legend, Usher. The singer told Good Morning America that he will be paying homage to the Black artists who came before him.
The set list isn’t yet confirmed, but we could hear songs such as Yeah!, U Got It Bad and Burn.
Watch the teaser trailer below:
What date and time is the Super Bowl halftime show 2024?
Super Bowl 58 will air on Sunday 11 February 2024.
Typically, the Super Bowl halftime show takes place after the first half, which usually takes around 90 minutes. The game itself should kick off around 6:30pm ET, so here’s what time the halftime show should air in different parts of the world:
- East Coast US – Shortly after 8pm ET
- West Coast US – Shortly after 5pm PT
- UK – Shortly after 1am GMT (12 February)
- Europe – Shortly after 2am CET (12 February)
- Australia – Shortly after 12pm AEDT (12 February)
- India – Shortly after 6:30am IST (12 February)
How to watch the Super Bowl halftime show in the UK and US
You can watch the Super Bowl both on TV and online, with numerous different options available.
US
If you’re in the US, you can watch the Super Bowl halftime show on CBS if you have cable, and Paramount+ if you’re looking to stream. Prices for this start from $5.99 per month, and there’s a seven-day free trial available as well.
The Super Bowl halftime show will also be available on FuboTV, Sling TV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and NFL Plus (only available on mobile).
UK
UK viewers meanwhile can tune into the event for free via ITV1 or on Sky Sports on the TV. You can also stream it via ITVX, Now (via a Sports Membership) or via the DAZN NFL Game Pass.
If, however, you do not want to stay up late to watch the whole show, the performance should be available on the official NFL YouTube channel not long after airing.
Who is singing the national anthem at the Super Bowl 2024?
The singer for the national anthem at the Super Bowl 2024 is Reba McEntire, a country singer who has had over 100 singles in the Billboard Country charts.
Post Malone, Andra Day and Tiesto will also be performing at the event.
Will Taylor Swift perform at the Super Bowl?
This year the internet has been on fire with clips of pop sensation Taylor Swift supporting her boyfriend Travis Kelce, who plays for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Despite her high-profile appearances, Taylor isn’t currently scheduled to perform at the Super Bowl in any capacity. Even a surprise one is unlikely, considering that she’s currently in the middle of her Eras tour and will be performing in Japan until 10 February.
The Japanese Embassy has put Swifties’ concerns at ease by confirming that she should still be able to attend the Super Bowl, even though she’ll be on a transatlantic flight the day before.
So, whilst we won’t get any Taylor Swift live performances, we should still get a glimpse of the current queen of pop.