Super Bowl LXII Atlanta
NFL Officially Announces Atlanta Will Host Super Bowl LXII on February 13, 2028
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Atlanta will host Super Bowl LXII for the fourth time, with prior Atlanta hostings at the Georgia Dome in 1994 and 2000 and at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2019.
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OnLocation, the NFL’s Official Hospitality Partner, has launched a Priority Access deposit program for SB LXII hospitality packages, offering premium seating and exclusive experiences.
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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell publicly dampened any rapid push toward an 18-game regular season for 2027 and emphasized ongoing uncertainty around long-term media rights.
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The 2028 SB date (Feb. 13) places the post-Super Bowl period before the Feb. holiday in 2028, with the third Monday in February falling on Feb. 21, meaning there won’t be a post-SB holiday Monday in 2028.
The NFL has officially set Super Bowl LXII for February 13, 2028, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, according to Atlanta News First. The game will close out the 2027 NFL season and mark Atlanta's fourth time hosting the Super Bowl.
Atlanta previously hosted the Super Bowl at the Georgia Dome in 1994 and 2000, then again at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2019. The city's strong bid was backed by Falcons owner Arthur Blank and boosted by Atlanta's recent success hosting the 2026 World Cup, Fox 5 Atlanta reported.
Atlanta Wins Its Fourth Shot at the Super Bowl
Mercedes-Benz Stadium will again be the centerpiece of the NFL's biggest game. The 71,000-seat venue is widely seen as one of the best football stadiums in the country. Atlanta's track record of hosting major events made it a clear choice for the league.
Fan Buzz noted that the announcement came from ESPN's Adam Schefter, giving the news wide reach. The city's hospitality, food scene, and sports culture were all cited as reasons Atlanta stood out in the selection process.
18-Game Season Plans Shelved for 2027
The Super Bowl LXII date announcement has a major side effect: it kills any chance of an 18-game regular season in 2027. Front Office Sports reported that the confirmed date effectively locks in a 17-game schedule for that year.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell publicly cooled talk of a fast move to 18 games. He also pointed to ongoing uncertainty around the league's long-term media rights deals. The 18-game season remains a possibility for future years, but not for 2027, NBC Sports confirmed.
Premium Packages and Fan Events Already Being Planned
OnLocation, the NFL's official hospitality partner, has already launched a Priority Access deposit program for Super Bowl LXII. Fans can sign up now to secure spots for premium seating and exclusive experiences around the game, according to Fan Buzz.
The week leading up to the game will include NFL Honors and the Super Bowl Experience. These events give fans who can't get into the stadium a way to take part in the celebration. Atlanta's downtown and surrounding areas are expected to draw massive crowds throughout the week.
February 13 Date Shifts the Holiday Weekend Equation
Super Bowl LXII falls on February 13, 2028. That means it does not land on a Presidents Day weekend. The third Monday in February 2028 is February 21, leaving a full week between the game and the federal holiday.
By contrast, the 2027 Super Bowl falls on Presidents Day weekend, giving fans an extra day to recover. The 2028 date shift is a small but notable change for fans who plan travel around the game, Fox 5 Atlanta noted.
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