Puerto Rican mega star Bad Bunny is headlining the Super Bowl LX halftime show on Sunday, Feb. 8.
The news of him headlining the country’s most-watched concert did not come without controversy. Some monolingual NFL fans took to social media to complain about his entirely Spanish-language discography and pro-immigrant stances — ones he’s only doubled down on as Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainments have escalated. President Donald Trump has announced a boycott, and Turning Point USA, the late Charlie Kirk’s conservative organization, is hosting an alternative half time show.
The announcement, in late September 2025, came after the close of his “No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí,” or “I don’t want to leave here,” 30-show residency in San Juan and a notable lack of continental U.S. tour dates.
“Latinos and Puerto Ricans of the United States could also travel here, or to any part of the world. But there was the issue of — like, f—ing ICE could be outside [my concert],” Bad Bunny told iD Magazine in early September.
Despite no stateside shows, half a million fans sang and cried along to tracks from “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” in person over the summer, and the livestreamed conclusion broke Amazon Music’s streaming record for a single artist performance.
Meanwhile, in Connecticut, a state that’s reliably Democratic and strongly Latino, particularly Puerto Rican, establishments are preparing to host even larger watch parties for this show than the livestreamed conclusion to his Puerto Rico residency.
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In Hartford (Game begins at 6:30 p.m.)
The Hartford restaurant is hosting another chance to party with them to the soundtrack of Bad Bunny’s music. For the September concert livestream, Matty D’s promised “good vibes, cold drinks, and all the perreo you can handle.” And they arguably delivered. Itzel Rivera from our partner outlet, El Nuevo Día in Puerto Rico, attended (as her first stop in Connecticut) and shared some of the fun she had and witnessed here.
In New Haven (Game begins at 6:30 p.m.)
This American bar in downtown New Haven is hosting a “Bad Bunny Big Game Party.” There will be a live DJ and Puerto Rican food, plus $1 wings and $3 draft beers.
In Danbury (Doors open at 5 p.m.)
Northeast pop-up club host, Perreo Parrty, is returning to The Diamond Club after its successful Bad Bunny concert watch party in September. Organizers say to expect a night filled with “non-stop perreo, Latin hits, and the hottest vibes in the city.” Bottle service and VIP sections will be available. This is an 18+ event. Entry is free before 10:30 p.m. After that, tickets are $13.
In Middletown (From 6 to 10:30 p.m.)
This Middletown event space is hosting its “Puerto Rico Super Bowl Watch Party,” promising a night of “football, friends and fun.” Organizers encourage attendees to wear their favorite team jerseys and come ready to cheer. Tickets are $12.50.
In Hamden (Game begins at 6:30 p.m.)
The Mexican restaurant in Hamden posted the week of the Super Bowl with a note for those who still didn’t know where they’d be watching. Mazorca is offering food and drink specials throughout the game.
In Wallingford (Doors open at 4 p.m.)
This newly opened Puerto Rican restaurant in Wallingford is hosting a Bad Bunny Bowl watch party. Because game day deserves “serious food and serious vibes,” the restaurant says it will be offering $1 Wings, plus deals on empanadas and sliders.
In New Haven (Doors open at 5 p.m.)
The Peruvian bar and restaurant says it’s “doing Super Bowl Sunday the right way” in New Haven. Besides its large screens and surround sound, the restaurant will be offering wings, guacamole and other food and drink specials, including beer and shots. Plus, there will be a DJ spinning tunes before and after the game.
In New Haven (Event begins at 6 p.m.)
New Haven Hispanic Firefighters are hosting their own Benito-centered watch party at Armada Brewing. Tickets are $35 in advance or at the door and covers food, beer, music and raffles. New Haven Hispanic Firefighters say proceeds will go toward scholarships for New Haven high school students.
