SZA to Headline Fanatics' Star-Studded Super Bowl Bash

The Grammy-winning artist will take the stage after her big win, joining a lineup that includes Nelly, Ashanti, and Cardi B.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 10:15pm by Ben Kaplan

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SZA is set to perform at Fanatics' highly anticipated Super Bowl 2026 party in San Francisco, just days after winning a Grammy for her collaboration with Kendrick Lamar. The star-studded event will also feature appearances by Nelly, Ashanti, and Cardi B, among other big names in music.

Why it matters

Fanatics' Super Bowl bash is one of the hottest tickets in town, drawing a who's who of celebrities, athletes, and music artists. SZA's performance, fresh off her Grammy win, is sure to be a highlight of the event and further cement her status as one of the biggest names in R&B.

The details

SZA, whose real name is Solána Imani Rowe, will take the stage at the Fanatics party, which is being hosted by Michael Rubin. Other performers include Nelly, Ashanti, and Cardi B, all of whom have been confirmed to appear. The event has a history of surprise guests and is known for its star-studded lineup.

  • SZA won a Grammy on Sunday, February 2, 2026 for her collaboration with Kendrick Lamar.
  • The Fanatics Super Bowl bash is scheduled for Saturday, February 8, 2026, the day before Super Bowl 2026.

The players

SZA

An American singer and songwriter who recently won a Grammy for her collaboration with Kendrick Lamar.

Michael Rubin

The founder and executive chairman of Fanatics, the company hosting the star-studded Super Bowl party.

Nelly

An American rapper, singer, and songwriter who is also scheduled to perform at the Fanatics Super Bowl bash.

Ashanti

An American singer, songwriter, and actress who will join the lineup of performers at the Fanatics Super Bowl party.

Cardi B

An American rapper, songwriter, and television personality who is also set to take the stage at the Fanatics Super Bowl event.

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What’s next

The Fanatics Super Bowl bash is expected to be one of the hottest tickets in San Francisco on the eve of Super Bowl 2026, with a lineup of top music artists and a guest list of celebrities, athletes, and other VIPs.

The takeaway

SZA's performance at the Fanatics Super Bowl party, coming fresh off her Grammy win, solidifies her status as one of the most in-demand artists in music today. The event's star-studded lineup and history of surprise guests make it a must-attend event for fans of music, sports, and celebrity culture.