Super Bowl 2025 Start Time: What Time Does It Begin?

By Sarah Miller · August 19, 2028

The Super Bowl LVIII will kick off at 6:30 PM Eastern Time (ET) on Sunday, February 9, 2025. This start time is consistent with recent years and allows for pre-game festivities, national anthem performances, and coin toss ceremonies before the game begins.

What Time Does the Super Bowl Start in Different Time Zones?

The official kickoff time for the Super Bowl is typically set for 6:30 PM ET, but fans across the United States and around the world tune in from various time zones. Below is a breakdown of the start time by major regions:

Eastern Time (ET): 6:30 PM
Central Time (CT): 5:30 PM
Pacific Time (PT): 3:30 PM
Mountain Time (MT): 4:30 PM
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): 11:30 PM
Central European Time (CET): 12:30 AM (February 10)
India Standard Time (IST): 5:00 AM (February 10)

Why Does the Super Bowl Start at 6:30 PM ET?

The 6:30 PM ET kickoff has become standard since the late 2000s. This timing ensures maximum viewership during prime time hours in the Eastern and Central time zones, which represent the largest TV markets in the U.S.

Factors Influencing Kickoff Time

National broadcast window optimization
Pre-game show production requirements
Halftime show scheduling
Avoiding overlap with West Coast NFL games

Super Bowl LVIII Game Details

Super Bowl LVIII will be played at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada—the home of the Las Vegas Raiders. This marks the second time the city hosts the event, following Super Bowl LVII in 2023.

Year	Super Bowl	Date	Kickoff Time (ET)	Location	Winner
2025	LVIII	February 9	6:30 PM	Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV	TBD
2024	LVIII	February 11	6:30 PM	State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ	Kansas City Chiefs
2023	LVII	February 12	6:30 PM	State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ	Kansas City Chiefs
2022	LVI	February 13	6:30 PM	SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA	Los Angeles Rams
2021	LV	February 7	6:30 PM	Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL	Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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The data shows consistency in kickoff times over the past five years, all starting at 6:30 PM ET. Hosting venues have rotated among major metropolitan areas with state-of-the-art stadiums capable of accommodating over 60,000 fans. Recent Super Bowls have drawn average TV audiences exceeding 100 million viewers in the U.S. alone.

How Long Does the Super Bowl Last?

While the game itself lasts approximately 3 hours and 12 minutes (four 15-minute quarters, halftime, and stoppages), the entire broadcast typically runs from 6:30 PM to around 10:00 PM ET.

Typical Super Bowl Broadcast Timeline

3:00 PM – 6:00 PM ET: Pre-game coverage begins
6:30 PM ET: Coin toss and kickoff
8:00 PM ET: Halftime show (approximate)
8:30 PM ET: Second half begins
9:45 PM – 10:00 PM ET: Game concludes, trophy presentation

Frequently Asked Questions About the Super Bowl

When is Super Bowl LVIII in 2025?

Super Bowl LVIII will be played on Sunday, February 9, 2025.

Where is the 2025 Super Bowl being held?

The 2025 Super Bowl will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

What channels will broadcast the Super Bowl in 2025?

Super Bowl LVIII will be televised nationally on CBS and streamed live on Paramount+ and NFL+.

Who is performing at the Super Bowl 2025 halftime show?

The official performer for the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show has not yet been announced. It is expected to be revealed in late 2024 or early January 2025.

How long is the Super Bowl halftime show?

The Super Bowl halftime show lasts approximately 12–14 minutes, though total stage setup and performance time including transitions can extend it to about 30 minutes of broadcast time.