Las Vegas Prepares to Host Super Bowl 63

Expert guide looks back on the city's last time hosting the big game in 2024.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:55pm

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting featuring sharp, overlapping geometric planes in vibrant blues, reds, and silvers, conceptually representing the energy and excitement of a Super Bowl game in Las Vegas.The cubist, geometric interpretation of a Super Bowl game in Las Vegas captures the energy and excitement of the city hosting the big event.

As Las Vegas gears up to host the Super Bowl for the second time, experts are reflecting on the last time the city welcomed the big game in 2024. The 2024 Super Bowl was a landmark event for Las Vegas, which had never before hosted the NFL's championship game.

Why it matters

The return of the Super Bowl to Las Vegas is a major milestone for the city, which has worked to establish itself as a premier sports and entertainment destination in recent years. The 2024 game provided a valuable test run and opportunity for the city to showcase its capabilities in hosting a large-scale, high-profile event.

The details

The 2024 Super Bowl in Las Vegas featured a matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. The game was played at Allegiant Stadium, the new home of the Las Vegas Raiders, which had opened just a few years earlier. The event was a major success, with the city's hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues bustling with activity throughout Super Bowl week.

  • The 2024 Super Bowl took place on February 11, 2024.
  • Las Vegas will host Super Bowl 63 on February 9, 2027.

The players

Allegiant Stadium

The state-of-the-art home stadium of the Las Vegas Raiders, which opened in 2020 and hosted the 2024 Super Bowl.

Kansas City Chiefs

The AFC team that played in the 2024 Super Bowl in Las Vegas.

Philadelphia Eagles

The NFC team that played in the 2024 Super Bowl in Las Vegas.

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What they’re saying

“Hosting the Super Bowl was a game-changer for Las Vegas. The city proved it could handle the logistical challenges and deliver an unforgettable experience for fans.”

— Steve Hill, CEO, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority

“The energy and excitement in Las Vegas during Super Bowl week was unlike anything I've ever experienced. The city really knows how to throw a party.”

— Patrick Mahomes

What’s next

Las Vegas is expected to continue its preparations for hosting Super Bowl 63 in 2027, including finalizing transportation plans, securing hotel rooms, and coordinating with the NFL on event logistics.

The takeaway

The successful hosting of the 2024 Super Bowl in Las Vegas demonstrated the city's ability to handle large-scale events and solidified its reputation as a premier sports and entertainment destination. The return of the big game in 2027 will be another opportunity for Las Vegas to showcase its world-class facilities and hospitality.