Why this halftime show matters
Game day is always a cultural circus, but this year all eyes are on Bad Bunny. The Latin superstar is taking the Super Bowl stage solo for the first time, fresh off major awards and festival domination. Expect a high-energy set, a crowd-ready playlist, and maybe a few surprise cameos — the kind of halftime spectacle people will be talking about for weeks.
What to expect from Benito’s set
Don’t come for a mellow set — come ready to dance. After winning big at the Grammys, Bad Bunny is likely to bring songs from his latest album and his biggest streaming hits. Choreography, eye-catching production, and the occasional celebrity popping up? Very likely. Think fun and flamboyant, not stuffy.
Can you watch it for free?
Short answer: yes — depending on where you are. Different countries have free broadcast options, while others offer free trials or paid streams. If you’re in a place that normally blocks your usual service, a VPN can bridge the gap so you don’t miss a beat.
Quick international snapshot
UK: Channel 5 will air the game late on Sunday night (kickoff around 11:30pm GMT) with the halftime show likely closer to 12:30am. You can stream it free via Channel 5’s streaming service after creating an account.
Australia: Channel 7 and 7plus carry the broadcast, with kickoff in the morning local time and the halftime segment around noon AEDT. 7plus is free but geo-restricted to Australia.
Canada: CTV has the rights and airs the game at the same time as the U.S. If you want to stream, you’ll generally need to log in with your TV provider credentials.
U.S.: NBC/Telemundo will carry the broadcast. If you don’t have cable, services like Fubo or Hulu + Live TV offer trial periods for new subscribers. Peacock streams NBC content too (premium tiers required for live access).
When to tune in
The exact halftime clock depends on the game flow, but plan to watch roughly an hour and change after kickoff. In the U.S., the game kicks off in the early evening (ET/PT times vary), so the halftime performance usually lands in the first couple of hours of the game.
Watching from abroad with a VPN
If you’re traveling or living outside your home country, a VPN can make it look like you’re back on your usual network so you can access your subscriptions. Pick a reputable provider, connect to a server in the country where your stream is available, then sign in to the streaming service as normal.
How to do it (simple steps):
1. Pick and install a trusted VPN app on your device.
2. Connect to a server in the country of the stream you want (e.g., a U.S. server for Peacock).
3. Open the streaming service and enjoy the show — don’t forget snacks.
Streaming options in the U.S.
NBC and Telemundo carry the live broadcast. If you’re cable-free, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV offer live channel access and free trial windows for new users. Peacock will also stream the event, usually requiring a paid tier for live NBC access.
Helpful tips and final thoughts
Set a reminder, charge your phone, and clear a snack zone — you don’t want to miss any surprise guests or those blink-and-you-miss-it production moments. Whether you’re watching for the game or for Bad Bunny’s headline-making set, there are multiple ways to tune in free or with short trials, and a VPN is your friend if you’re out of town.