Eagles versus Chiefs? While fans of those two teams are eager to watch them face off in Super Bowl LIX, the main attraction for many of us is the halftime show. The televised spectacle has long been one of the biggest concerts of the year. This year, the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show will feature Kendrick Lamar as the headliner, with a special guest appearance by SZA. Lamar performed in 2022 as part of the star-studded lineup that included Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, 50 Cent and Mary J. Blige, but this time the spotlight is all his. Here's everything you need to know about the Super Bowl halftime show in New Orleans.
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Where is this year's Super Bowl?
Super Bowl LIX is scheduled for February 9, 2025, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
Who is performing at the Super Bowl halftime show in 2025?
Kendrick Lamar will perform at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans.
What time will the Super Bowl halftime show be on?
The game usually takes about three to four hours. If kickoff is set for 6:30pm ET then the Super Bowl halftime show should start between 8pm and 8:30pm ET. It generally runs between 12 and 14 minutes.
What will Kendrick Lamar perform at the Super Bowl halftime show?
Lamar's album GNX hit number one on the Billboard chart in November, so he'll likely perform some of those tracks. Other hits include "Humble," "Like That," and "Not Like Us." SZA will join him on stage as a guest—they've released collaborations including "Luther," "30 for 30" and "Gloria."
Who else is performing at the Super Bowl LIX halftime show
A slew of native New Orleanians will perform during the pre-show. Jon Batiste will sing the national anthem, Trombone Shorty will collaborate with Christian singer Lauren Daigle for "America the Beautiful," and Ledisi will sing "Lift Every Voice and Sing."