In an unprecedented twist, the NFL has stunned fans across the globe by announcing that the Savannah Bananas, the baseball team renowned for their eccentric performances and boundless entertainment, will headline the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
The NFL has always prided itself on delivering unforgettable halftime shows, but this year’s announcement has left the world both stunned and electrified. In a move that nobody saw coming, the Savannah Bananas — the barnstorming baseball team known for their theatrical antics, dancing players, and a carnival-like approach to sports entertainment — will take center stage at Super Bowl LX. The event will take place on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, and promises to be one of the most extraordinary halftime spectacles in football history.
The Bananas are not just a baseball team; they’re a phenomenon. Based in Savannah, Georgia, they’ve built a global reputation for reimagining America’s pastime into something far beyond a traditional game. With choreographed dances, acrobatic stunts, and an “always entertain” philosophy, the Bananas have shattered the norms of how sports can captivate audiences. Now, for the first time, they will bring that same electrifying energy to the grandest stage in American sports: the Super Bowl halftime show.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell called the announcement “a celebration of creativity and fan-first energy,” adding, “The Super Bowl has always been about more than just football. It’s about uniting people, delivering joy, and creating memories. The Savannah Bananas embody those values, and we are thrilled to give them this platform.”
This decision marks a historic departure from tradition. In past years, the Super Bowl halftime stage has been graced by music’s biggest icons: Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, The Weeknd, Rihanna, and many more. By selecting a baseball entertainment team instead of a conventional musical act, the NFL is boldly signaling a new era — one where sports and performance art fuse together in unexpected ways.
The Bananas’ owner, Jesse Cole, who is famously recognized for his signature yellow tuxedo, expressed his excitement in a statement that perfectly captured the team’s trademark enthusiasm: “The world is about to see what happens when you mix baseball, circus, Broadway, and pure joy into one show. We promise surprises, laughter, and a performance unlike anything in Super Bowl history.”
Though details about the halftime performance remain closely guarded, insiders hint that the Bananas are preparing an explosive show filled with live music collaborations, choreographed dances, and signature stunts that blur the line between sport and spectacle. Rumors suggest that the team might integrate baseball-themed acrobatics into the show, complete with flaming bats, choreographed pitches, and stadium-wide fan participation.
For many fans, the announcement represents the very spirit of what makes the Bananas so beloved: their ability to bring people together through unbridled fun. Social media erupted within minutes of the reveal, with hashtags like #BananasAtSuperBowl and #BananaBallHalftime trending worldwide. One fan tweeted, “This is either the craziest or greatest decision in Super Bowl history — maybe both!” Another wrote, “Move over Beyoncé, the Bananas are about to steal the show.”
Not everyone is convinced, however. Some critics question whether the Bananas, primarily known for their baseball antics, can deliver the kind of musical spectacle typically associated with the Super Bowl halftime tradition. Music insiders argue that fans expect chart-topping hits and world-class vocal performances, not baseball-themed choreography. But supporters counter that the Bananas’ sheer unpredictability is precisely what makes this choice so thrilling.
Levi’s Stadium, home to the San Francisco 49ers, is already preparing for an influx of excitement. Event organizers say the halftime show will feature “fan-first surprises” that allow audiences both in the stadium and watching from home to be part of the experience. Interactive elements, viral stunts, and real-time fan engagement are all rumored to be on the table.
As Super Bowl LX draws closer, anticipation is skyrocketing. Whether the Savannah Bananas deliver the most entertaining halftime show in history or spark controversy with their unconventional style, one thing is certain: they have already achieved the impossible by rewriting what fans can expect from the biggest annual sporting event in the United States.
For a team that has built its legacy on defying expectations, the Super Bowl stage is the perfect place to remind the world that sports are about joy, creativity, and connection. Come February 8, 2026, millions will be watching not just for .