Green Day Headlines Super Bowl 60 Opening Ceremony
Super Bowl 60 is set to bring a notable Bay Area influence to its festivities. The championship game will take place on February 8 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. This year, the iconic band Green Day will perform during the opening ceremony, adding a local touch to the highly anticipated event.
Green Day to Perform at Super Bowl 60 Opening Ceremony
The NFL has officially announced that Green Day, hailing from the East Bay, will take the stage for an electrifying performance. They will celebrate the rich history of the Super Bowl while sharing the spotlight with past MVPs who will walk the field during the band’s medley of hits.
Billie Joe Armstrong’s Enthusiasm
Billie Joe Armstrong, the lead singer of Green Day, expressed his excitement in a recent statement. “We are super hyped to open Super Bowl 60 right in our backyard!” he proclaimed. Armstrong emphasized the honor of welcoming NFL legends and focusing on fun for fans worldwide.
A Powerful Opening Ceremony
Tim Tubito, the NFL’s senior director of event and game presentation, echoed this sentiment. He stated that celebrating 60 years of Super Bowl history with Green Day as the hometown band was a powerful way to kick off the event. The collaboration with NBC Sports aims to create a collective celebration for fans both at the stadium and across the globe.
Additional Performers and Events
- Halftime Performer: Bad Bunny
- National Anthem: Charlie Puth
- “America the Beautiful”: Brandi Carlile
- “Lift Every Voice and Sing”: Coco Jones
On February 6, ahead of the Super Bowl, Green Day will perform in San Francisco with Counting Crows at Pier 29 on the Embarcadero, enhancing their presence during Super Bowl weekend.
Fans can look forward to an exhilarating mix of music and sports as Super Bowl 60 promises to deliver an unforgettable experience.
