Anti-ICE Activists to Protest During Super Bowl LX

Organizers plan "Flags in the Stands" rally to denounce immigration enforcement tactics during the big game.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Immigrant rights groups are planning to use the national spotlight of the Super Bowl to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and its tactics. The move follows similar anti-ICE rallies held locally and comes amid growing concern the agency will use the game being held Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara as a show-of-force moment while the world is watching.

Why it matters

The planned protest highlights the ongoing tensions between immigrant communities and federal immigration enforcement, with activists seeking to leverage the massive Super Bowl audience to draw attention to their cause. The NFL and law enforcement have stated there are no known specific credible threats against the Super Bowl, but the demonstration reflects broader concerns about ICE's tactics and presence.

The details

Organizers say the "Flags in the Stands" demonstration will involve artists, musicians and community organizers handing out rally towels near the stadium calling for "ICE OUT." NFL and federal law enforcement officials have stated there are no planned ICE operations for Super Bowl LX or the events leading up to it.

  • The Super Bowl LX is scheduled for Sunday, February 9, 2026.

The players

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

The federal law enforcement agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws in the United States.

National Football League (NFL)

The professional American football league that organizes the annual Super Bowl event.

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What’s next

Organizers say the "Flags in the Stands" demonstration will take place on the day of Super Bowl LX, Sunday, February 9, 2026.

The takeaway

The planned protest during the Super Bowl highlights the ongoing tensions between immigrant communities and federal immigration enforcement, with activists seeking to leverage the massive audience to draw attention to their concerns about ICE's tactics and presence.