UNBELIEVABLE: nebraska Marching Band Selected For Super Bowl Halftime Show

As of now, there is no official announcement confirming that the University of Nebraska Cornhusker Marching Band has been selected for the Super Bowl Halftime Show. While the band is renowned for its excellence and has performed at major events, including the Rose, Orange, Fiesta, Sugar, and Cotton Bowls, there is no verified information linking them to the Super Bowl Halftime Show. (Eight SNR Majors March to the Beat of the Cornhusker Marching Band | Announce | University of Nebraska-Lincoln)

The Cornhusker Marching Band, known as “The Pride of All Nebraska,” is one of the oldest collegiate marching bands in the United States, with a history dating back to 1879. The band has received numerous accolades, including the Sudler Trophy in 1996, which is awarded to the top collegiate marching band in the country. (Cornhusker Marching Band concert is Dec. 7 | Announce | University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Eight SNR Majors March to the Beat of the Cornhusker Marching Band | Announce | University of Nebraska-Lincoln)

While the band has not been selected for the Super Bowl Halftime Show, they continue to showcase their talent and dedication through performances at various events and concerts. For instance, their annual Highlights Concert, held on December 7, 2024, featured music from their halftime shows, including themes from popular television shows and tributes to artists like Whitney Houston. (Cornhusker Marching Band concert is Dec. 7 | Announce | University of Nebraska-Lincoln)

In the past, other university marching bands have had the honor of participating in the Super Bowl Halftime Show. For example, the University of Minnesota Marching Band performed alongside Justin Timberlake during the Super Bowl LII Halftime Show in 2018. (U of M Marching Band Performs in Super Bowl Halftime Show with Justin Timberlake | Music | College of Liberal Arts)

While the Cornhusker Marching Band has not yet had the opportunity to perform at the Super Bowl, their continued excellence and dedication to the art of marching band performance keep the possibility open for future events.