Super Bowl LXI is Sunday, February 14, 2027 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Yes, that is also Valentine’s Day.
That collision makes the 2027 Super Bowl unusually interesting in Bend. The sports bars will have the normal game-day crowd, while date-night restaurants will be dealing with one of their busiest Sundays of the year. If you are trying to do both, this is not the year to wing it at 3 p.m.
We rebuilt this guide early so it is useful now without pretending 2027 Bend watch parties have already been announced. Confirmed Super Bowl facts are separated from the Bend venues we think are most worth watching as local event details roll out.
Super Bowl LXI 2027 at a glance
| Question | Current answer |
|---|---|
| When is Super Bowl 2027? | Sunday, February 14, 2027 |
| Where is it? | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California |
| Who is playing? | TBD; conference champions will be decided in January 2027 |
| What time is kickoff in Bend? | Exact 2027 kickoff time is not yet posted on the NFL’s important-dates page; Super Bowls typically kick in the mid-afternoon Pacific window |
| What channel? | ESPN and ABC in English |
| Streaming? | ESPN says the game will stream in the ESPN App, with NFL+ mobile access also planned |
| Who is calling it? | ESPN says Joe Buck and Troy Aikman will call the game |
| Halftime performer? | Not announced as of September 2026 |
| Are Bend watch parties announced? | Not enough yet to publish a confirmed 2027 event list |
One historic broadcast note: this will be ESPN’s first Super Bowl production and the first Super Bowl to air on ABC since 2006.
Best places to watch the Super Bowl in Bend
These are the Bend setups we would check first for 2027. They are current sports-viewing venues, not yet confirmed Super Bowl LXI parties unless specifically updated later.
Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill
1020 NW Wall St · Downtown Bend
https://sidelines-bend.com/
If your priority is simply seeing the game from almost anywhere in the room, Sidelines is the obvious first call. Its current site advertises 20+ TVs, an all-day menu and a downtown sports-bar setup built for major games.
It also ran a dedicated Super Bowl watch party in 2026 with game-day food and drink specials, which makes it a very logical place to watch for a 2027 announcement.
Best for: maximum sports-bar energy, bigger groups, people who care more about the game than a quiet room.
2027 move: check its site/social pages in late January and arrive early if it is first-come, first-served.
Hideaway Bend
939 SE 2nd St · South / central Bend
https://www.hideawaybend.com/
The original Hideaway is one of Bend’s most established game-watching bars. Its current site lists 15 TVs and all the networks, plus a full food menu and weekend breakfast.
It is a good middle ground if you want a true sports setup without being right in downtown Bend.
Best for: groups that care about both food and football, south/central Bend, avoiding downtown parking.
Hideaway Empire
63130 Lancaster St · North Bend
https://www.hideawayempire.com/
For pure screen setup, Hideaway Empire may be even stronger than the original. Its current site advertises 20 TVs plus a multi-screen video wall.
Best for: north Bend, groups, easier parking, people who want a screen in every direction.
Base Camp Tavern
319 SW Century Dr · Westside
https://basecamptavern.com/
Base Camp is worth watching because its upstairs space has an 18-foot projector screen used for sports and watch events. The ground floor is all ages during normal operations, while the upstairs room is normally 21+ unless a special event changes the setup.
That gives it a different feel from a conventional sports bar, especially for a big one-game event.
Best for: westside groups, giant-screen viewing, food-cart variety.
Important: confirm that the Super Bowl is actually scheduled on the projector before building your day around it.
Other Bend bars worth checking for 2027 plans
These are places with current sports-viewing setups or a track record of attracting game crowds. We would not call any of them a confirmed Super Bowl LXI party yet.
Oblivion Pour House
A sports-centric pub in southeast Bend with TVs, pub food and a group-friendly setup. Worth checking if the main sports bars fill up.
Cascade West Grub & Alehouse
Westside dive-bar energy, TVs, pool and late hours. This is a better fit if you want casual/local rather than polished.
River Pig Saloon
River Pig has TVs and a livelier Box Factory bar scene. Better if your group wants the Super Bowl to turn into a night out afterward.
Brother Jon’s Alehouse / Public House
Both locations are known for pub food, beer and TVs. They are more neighborhood-pub than giant sports-bar experience, which can be a plus if you want a slightly calmer game.
Which Bend Super Bowl spot should you choose?
| What you want | Start here |
|---|---|
| Most TVs / classic sports bar | Sidelines |
| North Bend + huge screen coverage | Hideaway Empire |
| South / central Bend sports bar | Hideaway Bend |
| Giant projector + food carts | Base Camp Tavern |
| Westside dive-bar feel | Cascade West |
| Game + night-out energy | River Pig |
| Neighborhood pub feel | Brother Jon’s |
The 2027 twist: Super Bowl Sunday is Valentine’s Day
This changes how we would plan the day.
Option 1: Football is the date
Easy. Pick a good sports bar, get there early and make the whole afternoon the event.
Option 2: Watch the game, then do Valentine’s dinner
This is the hardest version. The Super Bowl can run well into the evening, and Valentine’s restaurants may use timed seatings or special menus. A late reservation can work, but build in enough time for a long game.
Option 3: Valentine’s first, Super Bowl at home
A brunch or early date can be smarter than trying to squeeze a romantic dinner after the game. Then grab takeout and watch from home.
Option 4: Celebrate Valentine’s on Saturday
Probably the lowest-stress solution for couples who actually care about both. Do the date night Saturday, February 13, then let Sunday be football.
When will Bend’s 2027 Super Bowl parties be announced?
Most local bars do not publish Super Bowl menus, raffles, reservations or watch-party details five months out.
The useful window is typically January into early February 2027, once the playoffs narrow the field and businesses know whether they are doing:
- Table reservations
- First-come seating
- Food/drink specials
- Raffles or halftime giveaways
- Sound on every screen
- Private-room or projector viewing
- Takeout wing/pizza packages
We will only add a 2027 event when the date, venue and offer can actually be verified.
How early should you arrive?
For the biggest sports bars, an hour-plus before kickoff is the safer mindset unless you have a confirmed reservation.
But the more important move is to ask the venue these questions first:
- Are you taking reservations for the Super Bowl?
- Will the game have sound on throughout the venue?
- Is there a cover or minimum spend?
- Are all ages allowed for the full game?
- Are you running a special menu or the normal menu?
Those answers matter more than generic “arrive early” advice.
Watching at home in Bend
There is a strong argument that 2027 is the year to host at home because Valentine’s Day will make the restaurant scene unusually complicated.
Food that actually works for a game
Order food that survives a delay and feeds a group without requiring everyone to sit down at once:
- Wings
- Pizza
- BBQ
- Tacos
- Sandwich platters
- Chips, dips and snack boards
Place large orders ahead. Do not assume a busy kitchen will happily make 80 wings at 2:45 p.m. on Super Bowl Sunday.
Confirm your TV setup before Sunday
Super Bowl LXI will air on ESPN and ABC. If you normally stream everything, confirm your current TV provider or streaming package includes what you need before game day.
Keep the Bend beer simple
A mixed local six-pack or growler setup is easier than trying to recreate a brewery tap list at home. Add nonalcoholic options and plenty of water if you have a group over.
A very Bend Super Bowl Sunday
If you do not want to spend the entire day indoors, build the game around a winter morning.
Ski or ride, then watch
Get to Mt. Bachelor early, ski a half day, come down before game traffic and watch in town or at home.
Snowshoe, then sports bar
A short morning snowshoe gives you the Central Oregon part of the day without risking a late return.
River walk + brunch + game
For a lower-effort plan, walk the Deschutes, grab brunch and settle in well before kickoff.
The key is not scheduling an ambitious outdoor day that gets you back to town five minutes before the game.
Super Bowl 2027 FAQ
When is Super Bowl LXI?
Sunday, February 14, 2027.
Where is Super Bowl 2027?
SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, home of the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers.
What channel is the 2027 Super Bowl on?
ESPN and ABC will carry the English-language broadcast. ESPN Deportes and Univision are also scheduled to provide separate Spanish-language presentations.
Who is playing in Super Bowl LXI?
TBD. The AFC and NFC champions will not be known until January 2027.
Who is performing at the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show?
No halftime headliner has been announced as of September 8, 2026. We removed the old page’s outdated 2025 halftime answer rather than guessing.
What is the best sports bar for the Super Bowl in Bend?
For a classic sports-bar setup, Sidelines, Hideaway Bend and Hideaway Empire are the strongest places to check first. Base Camp is particularly interesting if it announces the game on its upstairs 18-foot projector.
Is the Super Bowl really on Valentine’s Day in 2027?
Yes. February 14, 2027 is both Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl Sunday.
Will Bend bars have Super Bowl specials?
Almost certainly some will, but we are not listing unannounced 2027 specials as facts. Check back closer to January/February when businesses publish real plans.
How we keep this guide current
For the national game details, we use the NFL’s official calendar and ESPN’s published Super Bowl LXI broadcast information. For Bend viewing options, we prioritize current official venue pages and current sports-viewing setups rather than recycling old watch parties.
The biggest updates still to come are the teams, halftime performer, exact kickoff/broadcast schedule and confirmed Bend watch parties. Those will be added when they are actually announced.
