In a move that’s redefining the concept of halftime entertainment, the NFL has officially announced that the Savannah Bananas, the viral baseball team known for turning sports into pure performance art, will headline the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, in February 2026.
The decision — unexpected, unorthodox, and completely on-brand for both the Bananas and the evolving Super Bowl show format — signals a new direction for the NFL’s biggest night: one that embraces showmanship, risk-taking, and the blurring lines between sport and spectacle.
🏈 From Home Runs to Halftime: The Bananas Take Center Stage
Founded in 2016 and based in Savannah, Georgia, the Savannah Bananas have become a cultural phenomenon by reinventing the sport of baseball through “Banana Ball,” a high-energy, no-rules-needed mashup of acrobatics, dance, comedy, and competitive gameplay.
With viral highlights ranging from players backflipping into home plate to mid-game dance breaks and infield karaoke, the Bananas have built a global fanbase and a reputation as the “Harlem Globetrotters of Baseball.” They’ve sold out stadiums across America, racked up millions of followers online, and now — they’re about to reach their biggest audience yet: over 100 million viewers worldwide.
“We always believed Banana Ball was meant for the world stage,” said Jesse Cole, the team’s top-hatted founder and showman-in-chief. “But to bring it to the Super Bowl? That’s the greatest show on Earth — and we’re going to make it even greater.”
🎭 What to Expect: Chaos, Choreography, and Unforgettable Moments
While Super Bowl halftime shows have traditionally featured major recording artists — from Beyoncé and The Weeknd to Rihanna and Usher — the 2026 edition is taking a radical turn. The Bananas’ performance is expected to fuse elements of:
- Live music and mashup performances featuring surprise guest artists
- Choreographed dance routines with players, umpires, and even fans
- Theatrical stunts, including backflips, fire-breathing, and aerial acts
- Fan interaction segments, possibly involving on-field volunteers or crowd games
- And yes, actual baseball, though probably not as you know it
Sources inside the NFL say the league is “fully bought in” on the Bananas’ creative vision — and that the halftime production team has been working with the Bananas for months to prepare a show that will “honor the spirit of Super Bowl halftime while completely turning it upside down.”
📺 The NFL’s Boldest Halftime Gamble Yet?
The decision has already stirred major buzz on social media, with fans either cheering the NFL’s boldness or questioning whether a minor-league baseball team can hold the attention of the world’s biggest sporting audience.
But according to NFL Entertainment VP Carrie Thomas, that’s precisely the point.
“This is a new era,” Thomas said in a statement. “We’ve seen what the Bananas have done with sports — how they’ve inspired kids, sold out stadiums, and gone viral by reminding people that sports can be joyful. That’s what the Super Bowl Halftime Show should be: unforgettable, exciting, and fun.”
Critics might argue that the absence of a mainstream music headliner is risky, but early indicators suggest that the NFL is planning multiple surprise musical collaborations within the Bananas’ performance — likely blending their antics with high-profile musical cameos.
🌍 Global Reach, Younger Audiences
This move also reflects a wider shift in how the NFL is trying to reach younger audiences and global markets. The Savannah Bananas have a massive Gen Z and Millennial following, driven by TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and viral reels — and the league is clearly betting that their unique brand of showmanship will draw new eyes to the game.
“My kids don’t know NFL quarterbacks,” one fan tweeted, “but they know the Bananas. They’re already asking if we can go to the game.”
With Banana Ball also rumored to be planning international games in 2026, this Super Bowl stage could act as a global launchpad for the brand’s continued expansion beyond the United States.
🧢 A Long Way from Savannah
The announcement is the latest in a series of high-profile milestones for the Bananas:
- A 2025 tour of 18 Major League stadiums
- A new rival team, the Texas Tailgaters, introduced to intensify the Banana Ball experience
- A Banana Ball documentary currently in development with a major streaming platform
- Brand partnerships with sports apparel and family entertainment companies
- And now: a place in Super Bowl history
It’s a dizzying rise for a team that started with empty stands and yellow uniforms — but for Jesse Cole and his crew, it’s just the beginning.
📢 What’s Next
The NFL plans to release teaser trailers and promotional footage in the months leading up to the big game, including behind-the-scenes looks at the halftime rehearsal process. Expect collaborative press conferences, influencer content, and likely a media blitz involving both NFL stars and Banana Ball players.
Merchandise — from limited-edition jerseys to halftime show collectibles — is expected to launch ahead of Christmas 2025.
🎉 Final Word
Love them or roll your eyes, the Savannah Bananas are about to make history.
On February 9, 2026, the world won’t just be watching the biggest football game of the year — they’ll be watching a circus, a comedy show, a dance party, and a baseball game all rolled into one.
Super Bowl LX won’t be the same. And that’s exactly the point.
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