U2 will headline the halftime show of the NFL’s first-ever Thanksgiving Eve game on Wednesday, November 25, 2026. The Green Bay Packers visit the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, with kickoff at 8 p.m. ET. The game streams live on Netflix.
The performance marks U2’s return to an NFL stage nearly 25 years after their Super Bowl XXXVI halftime show in 2002 and coincides with the band’s 50th anniversary (they formed in Dublin in 1976). Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos called it “an unforgettable night for football fans and Netflix members worldwide.”
Official announcement: NFL.com.
Game & Halftime Details
- Date: Wednesday, November 25, 2026
- Matchup: Green Bay Packers at Los Angeles Rams
- Venue: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA
- Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
- Broadcast: Netflix (coverage begins earlier in the evening)
- Halftime: U2 (produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment; special guests expected)
This is the first time the NFL has scheduled a Thanksgiving Eve game. Netflix has previously used major holiday games for high-profile halftime performances, including Beyoncé on Christmas Day 2024 and Snoop Dogg on Christmas Day 2025.
U2 previously performed at Super Bowl XXXVI in New Orleans on February 3, 2002 (New England Patriots vs. St. Louis Rams). That show, staged months after the September 11 attacks, featured “Beautiful Day,” “MLK,” and “Where the Streets Have No Name,” with Bono revealing an American flag inside his jacket.
How to Watch
The game and U2’s halftime performance will be available to Netflix subscribers. No additional purchase is required beyond a Netflix membership. Check the Netflix app or site closer to November 25 for the exact listing.
Game Tickets
Tickets for the Packers vs. Rams game at SoFi Stadium are available through the primary seller, Ticketmaster, and the official Rams/SoFi channels. Because this is a high-profile primetime holiday matchup with a major musical act, demand is expected to be strong.
Tips for the best prices:
- Buy from the primary market (Ticketmaster or the venue) when possible for the lowest face-value options.
- Compare all-in pricing across listings.
- Check for any verified resale on Ticketmaster Resale or major platforms if primary inventory is limited.
- Review SoFi Stadium’s bag policy, mobile-ticket requirements, and parking/transit options on the official venue site before attending.
SoFi Stadium is also the site of Super Bowl LXI later in the season.
What to Expect
U2 is known for stadium-scale productions and emotional live moments. While the setlist has not been announced, fans can reasonably expect a mix of career-spanning hits. The show arrives just after the November 13 release of the band’s new album Carnaval de Luz. The band will likely lean into both classic material and newer songs during the limited halftime window.
For fans who want to see the performance in person, securing tickets to the Packers-Rams game is the only way. For everyone else, the Netflix stream will deliver the full halftime show to a global audience.
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