Super Bowl LII Time in the United States
The Super Bowl in 2018—Super Bowl LII—took place on Sunday, February 4, 2018. Kickoff for the game was at 6:30 p.m. ET (Eastern Time) from U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In other U.S. time zones this corresponded to 3:30 p.m. PT, 4:30 p.m. MT, and 5:30 p.m. CT. The game featured the Philadelphia Eagles and the New England Patriots, with the Eagles winning 41–33. The listed time reflects the official start used by networks, leagues, and venues for planning and broadcasting.
Event Details and Verification
Super Bowl LII was a high-profile championship game that drew large television audiences and extensive live attendance. Times are reported as local to the venue unless otherwise stated. The following table summarizes key time- and date-related attributes for the 2018 edition.
| Attribute | Verified Detail | Source Type |
|---|---|---|
| Game Date | February 4, 2018 | Official schedule |
| Kickoff Time (ET) | 6:30 p.m. ET | League announcement |
| Kickoff Time (PT) | 3:30 p.m. PT | Time zone conversion |
| Venue | U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | Venue and league sources |
| Winning Team | Philadelphia Eagles | Game result |
| Final Score | Eagles 41, Patriots 33 | Official box score |
Pre-Game and Halftime Timing
For viewers, the Super Bowl broadcast begins earlier than kickoff with pregame coverage. On the Sunday of the game, networks typically open coverage with team arrivals, analysis, and features. Halftime is a major entertainment segment, headlined by high-profile performers. Planning for the full event requires accounting for these segments as well as the game itself.
Typical Sunday Timeline for Super Bowl Broadcast (Referencing 2018 Patterns)
- Early afternoon (around 1 p.m. ET): Live arrivals and fan coverage, team warm-ups
- Approximately 3:30 p.m. ET: Pregame show begins on most broadcast channels
- 6:30 p.m. ET: Official game kickoff
- Approximately 9:30–10:00 p.m. ET: Halftime show (performer-dependent)
- 10:00–10:30 p.m. ET: Postgame coverage and trophy ceremony
Time Zone Variations Across the U.S.
Because the U.S. spans multiple time zones, the same moment is experienced at different local clocks. The table below shows approximate local kickoff times in each primary zone for Super Bowl LII.
| Time Zone | Kickoff (Local) |
|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 6:30 p.m. |
| Central (CT) | 5:30 p.m. |
| Mountain (MT) | 4:30 p.m. |
| Pacific (PT) | 3:30 p.m. |
International Broadcast Windows
Internationally, Super Bowl coverage is scheduled relative to local time, which can result in early-morning or late-night viewing. Broadcasters usually align start times to either the local equivalent of 6:30 p.m. ET or schedule based on their prime viewing hours. If you are outside the U.S., check local listings for exact air times; many regions provide live streams aligned with the U.S. kickoff or offer same-day delayed coverage.
Daylight Saving and Calendar Considerations
February 4, 2018, fell before the start of daylight saving time in U.S. time zones, so no offset changes affected the scheduled times. The Super Bowl is typically scheduled on the first Sunday in February, which has remained a durable pattern for the championship game. This consistency supports long-term planning for fans and broadcasters alike.
Planning to Watch or Relive Super Bowl LII
Whether you watched live, caught highlights later, or are reviewing the game today, understanding the timing helps with planning. The game started at 6:30 p.m. ET on February 4, 2018, and the broadcast extended into the early evening. For ongoing reference, the event follows the standard Super Bowl timeline: pregame, kickoff, halftime, and postgame. If you are coordinating across regions, use the time zone conversions above to align viewing windows.