Do Super Bowl Ticket Stubs Gain Value from the Halftime Show?

When Music Meets Football History

The Super Bowl halftime show has become a cultural event that rivals the game itself. From Michael Jackson's game-changing 1993 performance to Prince playing "Purple Rain" in actual rain at Super Bowl XLI, iconic halftime shows add an extra layer of collectibility to Super Bowl ticket stubs.

Do Halftime Shows Affect Stub Values?

The short answer is yes, though the game itself remains the primary value driver. Super Bowl stubs from years with legendary halftime performances carry a slight premium because they appeal to both sports collectors and music memorabilia collectors. Prince's Super Bowl XLI performance is perhaps the best example — it's widely considered the greatest halftime show ever, and the Super Bowl itself featured the Colts' first championship in Indianapolis. The combination makes those stubs appealing to a broad audience.

Other halftime shows that add collectible value include Michael Jackson (1993), Beyoncé (2013 and 2016), and Shakira/Jennifer Lopez (2020). The crossover appeal between sports and music collecting creates a larger pool of potential buyers for these stubs.

The Dual Collector Market

This dual market dynamic is worth noting for anyone selling Super Bowl stubs. If your stub is from a year with a particularly memorable halftime show, mentioning that in your listing or evaluation can help maximize value. At StubHaul, we factor in all aspects of a Super Bowl's significance — game, halftime, and cultural impact — when evaluating stubs.