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The NFL has officially confirmed that Las Vegas will host the 2029 Super Bowl, making it the second time in five years the city has been chosen for the event. The decision was announced during the league’s annual meeting on March 30, with the required 24 of 32 team owners approving the motion.
Earlier reports, including those from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, suggested the vote was a formality, with a source describing it as a ‘matter of formality.’ The NFL typically awards Super Bowls three to four years in advance, meaning Las Vegas will host the game in February 2029.
The first Super Bowl in Las Vegas took place on February 11, 2024, when the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in an exciting overtime victory. The event drew 330,000 visitors to the city, with Harry Reid International Airport recording 104,000 passengers the following day. The economic impact was significant, generating $1 billion for the city, including $877 million in visitor spending. On average, attendees spent $2,660 per person, far exceeding the typical spending of Vegas visitors.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell expressed enthusiasm for returning to Las Vegas shortly after the first Super Bowl, stating, ‘The NFL looks forward to coming back.’ The city’s ability to host large-scale events, combined with its year-round appeal, has made it a top choice for future Super Bowls.
Future Super Bowls are already set: Super Bowl LIX (2025) will return to Los Angeles at SoFi Stadium, and Super Bowl LX (2026) will be held at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Las Vegas officials and the NFL began negotiations last year to secure the 2029 Super Bowl, further cementing the city’s status as a premier destination for major sporting events.
