Super Bowl in the United States

Day: The Super Bowl is typically held on the first Sunday in February. It marks the championship game of the National Football League (NFL) and determines the league's annual champion.

History:

• The first Super Bowl was played on January 15, 1967.
• It originated from a merger agreement between the NFL and its then-rival league, the American Football League (AFL).
• The two leagues' champions faced each other in what was originally called the AFL-NFL World Championship Game.
• The term "Super Bowl" was coined by Lamar Hunt, owner of the Kansas City Chiefs, reportedly inspired by his children's toy, the Super Ball.
• The Green Bay Packers won the first two games that retroactively became known as Super Bowls I and II.

Traditions:

• Halftime Show: A significant feature with high-profile musical performances by top artists. It has become as much a cultural spectacle as the game itself.
• Commercials: Some of the most expensive TV advertising spots of the year, with companies often creating special commercials for the event.
• Parties: Many Americans host or attend parties to watch the game. These gatherings often feature football-themed decorations and games.
• Food: Tailgating foods such as wings, pizza, dips, and nachos are popular. The Super Bowl is second only to Thanksgiving in terms of food consumption in America.

What People Do:

• Across the nation, fans wear their team’s colors or jerseys.
• People congregate at homes or bars to watch the game together on big-screen televisions.
• In addition to watching football, viewers eagerly anticipate halftime performances and new commercial debuts.
• Some fans engage in sports betting or participate in office pools based on various aspects of the game (outcomes, scores, etc.).
• Cities around America have local events celebrating their teams if they are playing in the Super Bowl.