When is the 2017 Super Bowl and how to watch Lady Gaga’s half time show
All the information you need to know about American Football’s biggest game
THE Super Bowl is America’s biggest night of sport, celebs and entertainment - and it's not to be missed.
And you don’t even need to be an avid sports fan to appreciate the Super Bowl.
The National Football League (NFL) championship game is the most-watched event on US TV and it's easy to see why - superstar singer Lady Gaga has just confirmed she'll be performing at the prestigious half-time slot.
It's considered a national holiday by most fans and is the second-largest day for food consumption in the country after Thanksgiving.
Here's all you need to know so you don't miss out on the most prolific event on American tele.
Elasticated trousers optional.
When does the Super Bowl take place?
It's on 5 February 2017, at the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.
What time does The Super Bowl start?
The game kicks off at 11pm UK time and will probably last for around four hours – the half-time performance will be about two hours in – so keep your eyes peeled not to miss it.
Will the Super Bowl be shown on TV in the UK?
You can find all the information where to on the NFL official website and on the Super Bowl for upcoming news.
How many people watch the show?
The Super Bowl attracts more than 116 million viewers and is the most expensive TV programme, with advertisers paying millions of pounds for just 30 second slots.
Who’s performing at the half time show?
Lady Gaga is taking to the stage this year and it won’t be her first time on the infamous pitch.
She kicked off 2016’s Super Bowl with a powerful rendition of the US national anthem which she described as 'one of the highlights of her career'.
Gaga will be following in the footsteps of previous headliners including Michael Jackson, the Rolling Stones, Madonna and Prince.
Will Lady Gaga collaborate with anyone?
Whoever’s performing at The Super Bowl will try and wow – usually with amazing collaborations – or super weird ones.
How long will Lady Gaga perform for?
The stars usually have around quarter of an hour to shock/impress/perform for an extravaganza medley – or to plug their new material.
Watch Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, Beyoncé and Bruno Mars’ epic performance from last year’s 50th anniversary.
Who’s playing?
The 51st title game is between the NFC and AFC Champions.
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