Beyoncé is set to light up the halftime stage during Netflix’s inaugural NFL Christmas Gameday, performing at the Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game on Dec. 25. The event will take place at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas—Beyoncé’s hometown—marking a historic crossover between the NFL and the streaming platform.
A Hometown Celebration
The halftime show is part of Netflix’s first-ever live NFL broadcast, which features two games on Christmas Day. The first pits the Kansas City Chiefs against the Pittsburgh Steelers, followed by the Texans-Ravens showdown and Beyoncé’s highly anticipated performance.
In a teaser video shared on Instagram, Beyoncé set the stage for the spectacle. Against the backdrop of her song “AMERIICAN REQUIEM,” the singer stood atop a vintage car adorned with red roses, catching a football while dressed in patriotic attire and a white cowboy hat.
Record-Breaking Achievements
The announcement comes fresh off Beyoncé’s latest Grammy triumphs. Earlier this month, she became the most-nominated artist in Grammy history with 99 nominations, surpassing her previous tie with husband JAY-Z at 88. She remains the most-awarded artist with 32 Grammy wins.
Her recent album Cowboy Carter earned 11 nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards, including groundbreaking recognition in country music categories. Notable nominations include:
Best Country Solo Performance: “16 CARRIAGES”
Best Country Duo/Group Performance: “II MOST WANTED” with Miley Cyrus
Best Country Song: “TEXAS HOLD ’EM”
Best Country Album: Cowboy Carter
Best Americana Performance: “YA YA”
Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: “LEVII’S JEANS” with Post Malone
NFL Christmas Gameday
Netflix’s Christmas Gameday marks a new chapter in sports broadcasting, blending live NFL action with musical entertainment. The event will be available to stream live globally on Dec. 25, combining the excitement of football with Beyoncé’s unparalleled star power.
As Beyoncé returns to her hometown for the performance, fans can expect a dazzling halftime show that blends her new country-influenced sound with her signature stage presence.