How to watch Halftime Show online for free — stream Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl performance from anywhere

Bad Bunny will perform at the Super Bowl 2026 halftime show
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The Super Bowl 2026 Halftime Show will be headlined by three-time Grammy-winning Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny. This will mark his second Super Bowl appearance and while the official setlist hasn’t been revealed, fans can expect hits like “Tití Me Preguntó,” “BAILE INoLVIDABLE”, “Dákiti”, “Callaíta”, and more.

Bad Bunny fans can watch the Halftime Show online from anywhere with a VPN – live from Super Bowl 2026.

Super Bowl LX halftime show streaming options

Bad Bunny's Halftime Show is due to start at around 8 p.m. ET / 1 a.m. GMT.
• FREE STREAM – Channel 5 (U.K.) / 7plus (AUS)
• U.S.NBC via Peacock / YouTube TV free trial
• CanadaCTV / TSN / DAZN
• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk-free

Sunday's Super Bowl will be the the first time a solo Latino, Spanish-speaking artist has headlined a halftime show, marking a historic moment in American pop culture and a milestone for inclusivity and representation on the sport’s biggest stage.

The halftime show is known for surprise appearances and the latest halftime rumors suggest that Grammy-winning salsa legend Marc Anthony could perform his 2018 hit with Bad Bunny (and potentially Will Smith).

Additionally, Grammy-nominated singer Charlie Puth will perform the national anthem, Brandi Carlile will sing “America the Beautiful”, and Green Day will play the opening ceremony, ahead of kick off at 6:30 p.m.

Read on as we explain how to watch the Super Bowl halftime show online, on TV and from anywhere, including free options.

Can I watch the Super Bowl 2026 halftime show for free?

Yes. Channel 5 in the U.K., 7plus in Australia and TVNZ+ in New Zealand will all be showing the Super Bowl Halftime Show 2026 for free.

Outside these countries? Unlock your stream using a VPN such as NordVPN.

Is there any Super Bowl 2026 halftime show free stream in the US?

Last year, we got a free stream in the U.S. on the FOX-owned Tubi, but currently we don't have any information about similar options this year.

NBC are broadcasting the Super Bowl LX halftime show in the States with streaming available via Peacock.

A free trial for the Super Bowl (and the halftime show) is YouTube TV. They currently offer a 21-day free trial – here's how to watch YouTube TV anywhere.

How to watch Halftime Show from anywhere

Just because Super Bowl 2026 isn't available everywhere doesn't mean you can't watch it if you're traveling away from home. Watching along with the rest of the internet can be pretty easy. With the right VPN (virtual private network), you can stream the show from wherever you are.

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Use Nord to unblock your usual streaming service and watch the Super Bowl 2026 halftime show from anywhere in the world.

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in the U.K. and want to view an American service, you'd select U.S. from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to your platform of choice and stream the Halftime Show online.

How to watch Halftime Show online in the U.S.

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There are several options to watch the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show online in the US. You can watch the game live on NBC, and stream it live on Peacock or NFL+.

Outside the US? Use a VPN to watch Bad Bunny's Halftime Show online from abroad.

Can I watch Halftime Show in Canada, the U.K. and Australia?

How to watch Super Bowl 2026 halftime show in Canada

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In Canada, the Apple Music halftime show is available on DAZN, which includes the NFL Game Pass by default. A DAZN Standard subscription costs $24.99 per month (annual plan).

Alternatively, Canadian fans can catch Bad Bunny live on TSN and CTV.

If you're a Canadian currently traveling abroad, simply download a VPN, such as NordVPN, to unblock your preferred streaming service from back home from anywhere in the world.

How to watch 2026 halftime show free in the U.K.

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Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show will air for FREE on Channel 5, and cord-cutters can catch the performances live on Channel 5's dedicated streaming service.

Comprehensive Super Bowl 2026 coverage in the UK is also available via the NFL Game Pass on DAZN.

Finally, you can also watch the Super Bowl LX halftime show live on Sky Sports in the UK. Like the game itself, the halftime show will be on the Main Event and NFL channels.

Will you be traveling abroad during the event? Use a VPN to access your usual streaming services. We recommend NordVPN thanks to its speed, reliability and trusted security features.

How to watch Bad Bunny's Super Bowl show in Australia

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The complete Super Bowl LX game, including the Bad Bunny halftime show, is available to watch on NFL Game Pass via DAZN (Foxtel's parent company) in Australia.

You should note that DAZN offers NFL Game Pass as a standalone subscription, so you don't need to pay for a DAZN subscription – though you will have to download the DAZN app.

Alternatively, Australia's Seven Network will broadcast the halftime show completely FREE on Seven, 7mate, and 7plus streaming platform.

Traveling outside Australia? You can tune in on DAZN or 7plus by using a VPN, such as NordVPN.

Super Bowl 2026 halftime show FAQs

🎤 1. Who’s headlining the Super Bowl LX halftime show?

Bad Bunny, the global Puerto Rican reggaeton and Latin trap superstar, is set to headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on February 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

🌎 2. What makes the 2026 halftime show historic?

Bad Bunny will be the first solo Latin and Spanish-language artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show. He's billed as a "culturally influential" headliner, but some fans have criticised the NFL for not picking a local act such as Metallica.

3. When does the halftime show happen?

The halftime show traditionally takes place around the middle of the game, usually about 8 p.m.–8:30 p.m. ET on Super Bowl Sunday – roughly 90 minutes after the 6:30 p.m. ET kickoff. It really depends on how the Patriots defense holds up...

📺 4. Where can you watch Bad Bunny's halftime show?

The halftime performance will be broadcast live in the U.S. on NBC and streaming platforms like Peacock and NFL+ – and many international partners will also carry the show live as part of their Super Bowl coverage. For example, Channel 5 in the U.K.

🎉 5. Can fans expect surprise guests or big production moments?

While Bad Bunny has kept specifics close to the vest, the NFL halftime show is known for high-energy visuals, surprises, and massive production scale – and with Bad Bunny teasing a “huge party” we're expecting Marc Anthony or possibly even actor/rapper Will Smith to make guest appearances. We'll find out in a few hours!

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