Arizona Aims to Bring Back the Super Bowl

The Valley has hosted iconic Super Bowl moments, but faces increasing competition from other cities to host the big game.

Feb. 6, 2026 at 7:23pm

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Arizona has hosted several memorable Super Bowls, including iconic moments like the Malcolm Butler interception and David Tyree's "helmet catch." However, the competition to host the Super Bowl is increasing, with new stadiums being built in cities like Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Nashville. The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee is working to ensure the state remains a top contender, touting the state's infrastructure, airport, and hotel capacity. The committee is confident Arizona can continue to deliver a great Super Bowl experience, but acknowledges they must stay competitive as the NFL evaluates potential host cities.

Why it matters

Hosting the Super Bowl is a major economic boon for the host city, generating over $1 billion in economic impact for the Phoenix area in the most recent Super Bowl. Arizona has established itself as a premier Super Bowl host, but faces growing competition from other cities investing in new stadiums and infrastructure. Maintaining Arizona's status as a top Super Bowl destination is important for the state's economy and tourism industry.

The details

Arizona has hosted the Super Bowl four times, with memorable moments like Larry Brown's MVP performance in 1996, Malcolm Butler's game-sealing interception in 2015, and David Tyree's "helmet catch" in 2008. The state's infrastructure, including State Farm Stadium, Sky Harbor International Airport, and 72,000 hotel rooms, have made it an attractive Super Bowl host. However, new stadiums in cities like Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and the potential for Buffalo to host have increased the competition. The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee is working to ensure the state remains a top contender, touting its track record and community support.

  • The last Super Bowl hosted in Arizona was in 2023.
  • The 2024 Super Bowl will be held in Santa Clara, California.
  • The 2025 Super Bowl will be held in Inglewood, California.

The players

Jay Parry

President and CEO of the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee.

Roger Goodell

Commissioner of the National Football League.

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What they’re saying

“We need to be aware of that, we need to be very mindful. We need to ensure that all of our collective stakeholders in the state are staying on our front foot and remaining very, very competitive.”

— Jay Parry, President and CEO of the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee (azcentral.com)

“We did a phenomenal job from Super Bowl 57. Got great feedback from the NFL, commissioner (Roger) Goodell, and others.”

— Jay Parry, President and CEO of the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee (azcentral.com)

What’s next

The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee is working to ensure the state remains a top contender to host future Super Bowls, as the competition from other cities with new stadiums continues to increase.

The takeaway

Arizona has established itself as a premier Super Bowl host, delivering iconic moments and generating significant economic impact. However, the state must remain vigilant and continue investing in its infrastructure and community support to fend off growing competition from other cities vying to host the big game.