The NFL championship game returns to SoFi Stadium on February 14, 2027, the first Super Bowl ever played on Valentine's Day.
Press accreditation: The NFL does not sell general single-game tickets to the public, so the only verified route to the game is official hospitality through On Location, the NFL's official hospitality provider. Packages were released on September 9, 2026 and are currently on sale, with the premium On The Fifty tier sold out in presale. For media: no dedicated Super Bowl LXI accreditation page had been published as of October 2026; the NFL historically opens credential applications closer to the game, so working journalists should re-check in late 2026.
DatesFeb 14, 2027VenueSoFi Stadium, 1001 Stadium Drive, Inglewood, CA 90301, InglewoodAccessPublic · Media
WEG trip verdict
Verdict
A once-in-a-lifetime trip for the football traveler who wants the Super Bowl properly: the only verified route is official hospitality, so plan this as a premium trip, not a ticket hunt.
Book by
Hospitality is on sale now through On Location from $7,650 per person; the premium On The Fifty tier sold out in presale. Book Inglewood or LAX-corridor hotels as early as possible.
Watch
The NFL sells no general single-game tickets to the public. Budget for Super Bowl week hotel premiums across Los Angeles and cashless stadium concessions.
Hospitality only via On Location; no general public sale
Broadcast
ESPN and ABC
Edition note
Ninth Super Bowl in the greater Los Angeles region
Tickets, accreditation and entry
Press accreditation
The NFL does not sell general single-game tickets to the public, so the only verified route to the game is official hospitality through On Location, the NFL's official hospitality provider. Packages were released on September 9, 2026 and are currently on sale, with the premium On The Fifty tier sold out in presale. For media: no dedicated Super Bowl LXI accreditation page had been published as of October 2026; the NFL historically opens credential applications closer to the game, so working journalists should re-check in late 2026.
Official hospitality packages from On Location, the NFL's official hospitality provider, released September 9, 2026 and currently on sale: Club 67, Playmakers Club, Playmakers Club Elite, Champions Club Premier and All-Inclusive tiers with guaranteed seat locations. The premium On The Fifty package sold out in presale. The NFL sells no general single-game tickets to the public, so hospitality is the only verified route. Packages start at $7,650 per person (Touchdown Club tier, per the official On Location page, checked October 17, 2026).
SoFi Stadium at Hollywood Park in Inglewood, a near 300-acre sports and entertainment destination, with Super Bowl Week events spread across the Los Angeles region.
Is it worth the journey?
Super Bowl LXI pairs the most-watched annual sporting event with Los Angeles and a historic first, a Valentine's Day game. The honest planning constraint is access: there are no general public tickets, so the trip is a hospitality purchase, and Inglewood-area hotels will price to the event. Book refundable and lock transport early.
Best for
American football fans ready to buy hospitality for a guaranteed seat at a historic game.
Journalists covering the NFL championship and its business and culture storylines.
Think twice if
You need a budget route, because the NFL sells no general single-game tickets and Super Bowl week hotel rates are steep.
You need confirmed kickoff logistics (gates, parking maps), which the Host Committee typically publishes closer to game week.
Super Bowl LXI overview
Super Bowl LXI will be played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on February 14, 2027, the first Valentine's Day Super Bowl in the game's history. The Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee officially received the handoff on February 9, 2026, marking the return of the NFL's biggest stage to Los Angeles five years after Super Bowl LVI in 2022, and the ninth Super Bowl in the greater Los Angeles region since Super Bowl 1 at the Memorial Coliseum.
Super Bowl Week brings the associated slate of official events around the Los Angeles region, including NFL Honors, the Super Bowl Experience, and Super Bowl Opening Night, plus the Super Bowl LXI Studio 61 concert series at the Hollywood Palladium on February 12 and 13. The game will be broadcast on ESPN and ABC. Official hospitality packages from On Location, the NFL's official hospitality provider, were released on September 9, 2026 and are on sale; the premium On The Fifty package sold out in presale.
Why it earns the journey
The first Super Bowl ever played on Valentine's Day, and the NFL championship's return to Los Angeles five years after Super Bowl LVI.
One hospitality purchase unlocks a full week of official programming, from the Super Bowl Experience to the Studio 61 concert series on February 12 and 13.
One of the largest credentialed media events in sports, with thousands of press passes and a full media-center operation.
Broadcast on ESPN and ABC to hundreds of millions of viewers, making it the premier sports media assignment of the year.
The moments worth planning around
The game itself
The NFL championship on February 14, 2027 at SoFi Stadium, the first Valentine's Day Super Bowl.
Super Bowl Week
NFL Honors, the Super Bowl Experience and Super Bowl Opening Night across the Los Angeles region.
Studio 61 concert series
Live performances at the Hollywood Palladium on February 12 and 13, part of the official program.
Planning your visit
Reserve
Book hotels in Inglewood or along the LAX corridor as early as possible; Super Bowl week inventory tightens across the Los Angeles region and rates climb steeply. Keep bookings refundable until your hospitality tier is confirmed. On Location's All-Inclusive packages bundle premium accommodation if you prefer one booking.
Fly into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which serves Inglewood and sits minutes from SoFi Stadium. The stadium is at 1001 Stadium Drive off the 405 and 105 freeways. On game day expect heavy traffic around Hollywood Park; rideshares use designated zones, and Metro bus routes serve the Inglewood area. Allow generous extra time for security screening.
Hospitality packages are the only verified ticket route and are priced at premium tiers; the On The Fifty package sold out in presale. Budget separately for Super Bowl week hotel premiums in the Los Angeles area, gameday parking or rideshare, and stadium concessions, which are cashless.
Handle the crowds
SoFi Stadium seats 70,240 for NFL games and expands for major events; expect a full house plus week-long event crowds across Los Angeles. Gates typically open two to three hours before kickoff and security screening is strict. Build slack into your schedule for the Hollywood Park traffic zone.
Bring the family
SoFi Stadium describes itself as a family-friendly destination with a guest code of conduct, but Super Bowl LXI is a premium single-game event with no general admission. Strollers and wagons are prohibited inside and must be checked at bag valet for a fee; diaper bags with medically necessary items are permitted with screening.
SoFi Stadium's official policies reference an accessibility guide and permit wheelchairs and mobility devices with additional screening. Contact the venue or the Host Committee in advance for specific Super Bowl LXI accommodation needs.
Site rulesThe NFL clear bag policy applies at SoFi Stadium: bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC, no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches, plus one-gallon clear freezer bags and small clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Backpacks, purses, camera bags and luggage are prohibited; non-compliant bags can be checked at the stadium bag valet for a fee. Policy can vary per event, so check the event's Know Before You Go email before traveling.Check the official safety guidance
Where to stay
Stay in Inglewood or along the LAX corridor to be closest to SoFi Stadium, or in Santa Monica or downtown LA if you want the Super Bowl Week events and are willing to trade commute time.
Inglewood / Hollywood Park
Best for: Shortest game-day commute and walkable Super Bowl Week energy.
Tradeoff: Limited dining and hotel inventory; rates spike hard for game week.
LAX corridor / El Segundo
Best for: More hotel choice near the airport with a short drive to the stadium.
Tradeoff: Game-day traffic on the 405 and 105 corridors; rideshare surge pricing.
Westchester, LAX corridor, Los Angeles
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
upper mid range
A full-service Hyatt on the LAX corridor at 6225 W Century Blvd, well suited to fans flying in for Super Bowl week: direct airport shuttle access, a large room inventory that absorbs event-week demand better than small independents, and a short drive east into Inglewood for game day at SoFi Stadium. Verified guest scores clear both thresholds with a very deep Tripadvisor review base.
Know before booking: SoFi Stadium is a drive away along Century Blvd, roughly 10 to 15 minutes off peak, and game-day traffic on Feb 14, 2027 will be far heavier, so budget much more time and expect surge pricing on rideshares. The LAX corridor location also means airport noise and a business-district feel with limited walkable dining beyond the hotel. The Booking.com 8.1 comes from a small recent sample, so the 3,223-review Tripadvisor base is the stronger signal.
The most practical budget play for Super Bowl week: a Hilton-brand property at 11430 Acacia Ave, Hawthorne, listed as within a 5-minute drive of SoFi Stadium and Kia Forum, with 114 rooms, free hot breakfast, free WiFi, and an indoor pool. Both verified scores clear the thresholds, and the Booking.com score is backed by over 2,000 reviews, a strong signal for event-week consistency.
Know before booking: Still a car-dependent stay: game-day traffic on Hawthorne Blvd and Century Blvd will make the short SoFi trip much slower on Feb 14, 2027, and parking carries a surcharge with limited spaces per the property notes. Check-in runs to 12:30 AM only, and the Hawthorne setting is industrial-residential rather than walkable nightlife.
Hotel ratings move over time. We check at least two independent sources and include a drawback, but you should still read recent reviews before paying.
How to use Inglewood beyond the event
SoFi Stadium anchors Hollywood Park, a near 300-acre sports and entertainment destination in Inglewood, just east of LAX and south of downtown Los Angeles. The 405 and 105 freeways frame the site; Santa Monica, downtown LA and Hollywood are a 20 to 40 minute drive depending on traffic.
Super Bowl Week beyond the game
Plan one non-game day around the official Super Bowl Week events in the Los Angeles region, from the Super Bowl Experience to the Studio 61 concerts at the Hollywood Palladium on February 12 and 13.
A Hollywood Park evening
The Hollywood Park district around the stadium has restaurants and the YouTube Theater for a pre-game or post-game evening without driving across LA.
Where to eat
Hollywood Park and Inglewood have game-day dining near the stadium; the broader LA food scene rewards a trip to Santa Monica, downtown or Hollywood on non-game days.
Westchester (near Inglewood) · American diner
Pann's Restaurant
value
A 1958 Googie landmark near Inglewood serving breakfast, brunch and lunch daily until mid-afternoon, an easy low-cost meal before game-day traffic builds.
Know before booking: Daytime hours only (closes mid-afternoon) and a classic diner menu; not a venue for a late business dinner.
Restaurant details and hours can change. Reconfirm the operating day and reserve directly before relying on a recommendation.
Questions first-time visitors ask
When is Super Bowl LXI?
February 14, 2027 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, the first Valentine's Day Super Bowl.
How can I get tickets to Super Bowl LXI?
The NFL sells no general single-game tickets. The verified route is official hospitality through On Location (onlocationexp.com/sblxi), with packages released September 9, 2026 and on sale; the premium On The Fifty tier sold out in presale.
What is the bag policy at SoFi Stadium?
The NFL clear bag policy: clear bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon freezer bags, and small clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Backpacks, purses and luggage are prohibited; bag valet is available for a fee.
How do I get press credentials for Super Bowl LXI?
No dedicated LXI media accreditation page had been published as of October 2026; the NFL historically opens credential applications closer to the game. Re-check in late 2026.
Date and venue verified against the official SoFi Stadium announcement on 2026-10-16. Hospitality tiers and release details verified against On Location's official release and booking page the same day. Stadium policies verified against the official SoFi Stadium policies page. Hotel scores checked against Booking.com-attributed aggregator pages and Tripadvisor review pages on 2026-10-16.
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