Full Breakdown
Future Super Bowl Locations: 2027 and Beyond
2/9/2026, 1:54:37 AM
Upcoming Super Bowl Details
Super Bowl 61, scheduled for February 14, 2027, will take place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. This event marks the second time the venue will host the Super Bowl, having previously done so for Super Bowl 56 in 2022. The game will be broadcast on ABC and ESPN, marking ABC's return to Super Bowl broadcasting after a 20-year hiatus.
Following Super Bowl 61, Super Bowl 62 is set for February 13, 2028, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. This stadium will also host its second Super Bowl, the first being Super Bowl 53 in 2019, where the New England Patriots defeated the Los Angeles Rams.
Historical Context of Super Bowl Hosting
Miami and New Orleans are tied for the most Super Bowl hosting duties, each having hosted the event 11 times. Miami's first Super Bowl occurred in 1968, while New Orleans hosted its inaugural game in 1970. The most recent Super Bowl in Miami was in 2020, and in New Orleans, it was in 2025.
Los Angeles follows closely with eight Super Bowls hosted, with the upcoming 2027 game adding to its tally. Other notable cities include Tampa, which has hosted five times, and the Phoenix metro area, which has hosted four times.
Potential Future Hosts
Looking ahead, Nashville, Tennessee, is emerging as a potential future Super Bowl host. The city is set to open a new stadium in 2027, which could make it a candidate for Super Bowl 63 in 2029. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has indicated that Nashville's development and popularity as a tourist destination position it well for hosting major events.
Official Statements & Responses
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell remarked on Nashville's readiness for a Super Bowl, stating, "The work that they've done here... you actually took the draft and you made it yours... I think all of us at that moment had the wake-up moment that this is a Super Bowl-ready city." This highlights the NFL's interest in new stadiums and cities that can accommodate large-scale events.
Criticism & Opposition
While many cities vie for Super Bowl hosting rights, there are concerns regarding the economic impact and logistics of hosting such a large event. Critics argue that the focus on new stadiums may overlook established venues that have successfully hosted the Super Bowl in the past.
What's Next
As the NFL continues to plan for future Super Bowls, the selection of cities will likely prioritize new and modern facilities. The next confirmed Super Bowl locations are set, but speculation about future sites, including Nashville and Cleveland, remains a topic of interest among fans and analysts alike.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The work that they've done here from the moment you had the draft and what you've done to change the trajectory of the draft - you actually took the draft and you made it yours, but you did it in a way that was incredibly impactful to the NFL and the Titans - and I think all of us at that moment had the wake-up moment that this is a Super Bowl-ready city,” — Roger Goodell, NFL Commissioner
- “Like Levi's Stadium, SoFi Stadium will host its second Super Bowl, having hosted Super Bowl 56 in 2022.” — Source
- “Miami and New Orleans have hosted the most Super Bowls, each with 11.” — Source
- “The earliest Nashville could be selected for a Super Bowl would be Super Bowl 63 in 2029.” — Source
- “The NFL has not yet announced where the Super Bowl will be held beyond 2028.” — Source
