Where to Watch the Super Bowl in Austin: Bars, Deals, Halftime Plans

Austin bars and breweries are hosting Super Bowl watch parties with big screens, drink specials, food deals and plans for the halftime show.

Feb. 6, 2026 at 9:47am

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Super Bowl Sunday has a way of stretching itself out in Austin, with bars and breweries hosting watch parties starting as early as 11 a.m. and going all the way through the halftime show featuring Bad Bunny. From family-friendly pizza joints to adult-focused shuffleboard and cocktail spots, there are plenty of options for catching the big game in Austin.

Why it matters

The Super Bowl is one of the biggest annual sporting and cultural events, drawing massive viewership and generating significant economic activity for host cities. Austin's vibrant bar and restaurant scene is eager to capitalize on the excitement, offering a range of watch party experiences to cater to different crowds and preferences.

The details

Venues across Austin are rolling out the red carpet for Super Bowl Sunday, with plans that include oversized Frito pie pizza slices, $1 wings, unlimited shuffleboard, halftime dance parties, nacho-eating contests, and more. Many are also tying their menus and drink specials to the Bad Bunny halftime show, reflecting the pop star's growing cultural influence.

  • Kickoff is at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, February 9, 2026.
  • The Bad Bunny halftime show is scheduled for the middle of the game.

The players

Bambino

A North Austin pizzeria serving oversized Frito pie pizza slices and allowing kids to kick or throw footballs through goal posts for prizes.

Cavalier

A bar showing the game with sound on and offering $3 Coors drafts, shot-and-beer specials, and $5 off bottles of wine.

Cedar Door

A bar planning to turn up the volume for the Bad Bunny halftime performance and offering $1 wings all day.

Coconut Club

A venue starting the day early with daytime music programming, a lechón a la vara pop-up, and DJs before the game.

East End Ballroom

A venue showing the game on a large LED screen and additional TVs, with sound on and a DJ before and after.

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