New York City will be hosting its own mini-festival this Super Bowl Sunday when Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny takes the stage in San Francisco for the big halftime show. While fans of the artist are sure to be glued to their screens at home, many are also gathering in bars and restaurants across the city to get a taste of the action.
The "Benito Bowl" - as it's been dubbed on party flyers from Times Square to Staten Island - promises to be a lively affair, with reggaeton-heavy soundtracks and drink specials aplenty. Major venues like Dramma in Times Square are going all out, hosting massive parties that will feature live DJs, beer buckets, and even firework visuals.
Meanwhile, smaller gatherings are popping up across the city, offering everything from laid-back viewing experiences to full-on bashes with VIP bottle service. In Sunnyside, Queens, Sanger Hall is screening the game on a massive projector screen, while Uptown's Sushi Mambo in Inwood promises live DJs and firework visuals.
But not all events are about partying - some fans are gathering to support a good cause. A watch party in Bushwick has been organized as a fundraiser for humanitarian aid in Sudan, the Black Zine Fair, and COVID mask distribution. And at SOB's in SoHo, entry is free with an RSVP, with promises of pre-game playlists, free shots whenever anyone scores, and a live host.
For fans on Staten Island, there's even a local Puerto Rican community group organizing its own watch party, celebrating the artist's connection to the city and its huge island community. With Bad Bunny not touring the mainland US this year due to immigration fears, NYC is one of the last chances for New Yorkers to "see" him live.
So whether you're in the mood for a lively party or just want to catch the action with fellow fans, there's something for everyone this Super Bowl Sunday in New York City.
The "Benito Bowl" - as it's been dubbed on party flyers from Times Square to Staten Island - promises to be a lively affair, with reggaeton-heavy soundtracks and drink specials aplenty. Major venues like Dramma in Times Square are going all out, hosting massive parties that will feature live DJs, beer buckets, and even firework visuals.
Meanwhile, smaller gatherings are popping up across the city, offering everything from laid-back viewing experiences to full-on bashes with VIP bottle service. In Sunnyside, Queens, Sanger Hall is screening the game on a massive projector screen, while Uptown's Sushi Mambo in Inwood promises live DJs and firework visuals.
But not all events are about partying - some fans are gathering to support a good cause. A watch party in Bushwick has been organized as a fundraiser for humanitarian aid in Sudan, the Black Zine Fair, and COVID mask distribution. And at SOB's in SoHo, entry is free with an RSVP, with promises of pre-game playlists, free shots whenever anyone scores, and a live host.
For fans on Staten Island, there's even a local Puerto Rican community group organizing its own watch party, celebrating the artist's connection to the city and its huge island community. With Bad Bunny not touring the mainland US this year due to immigration fears, NYC is one of the last chances for New Yorkers to "see" him live.
So whether you're in the mood for a lively party or just want to catch the action with fellow fans, there's something for everyone this Super Bowl Sunday in New York City.
From the big parties in Times Square to the smaller gatherings in Queens and SoHo, NYC is gonna be popping on Super Bowl Sunday. I love how fans are coming together to support a good cause too, that's what it's all about, you feel me? 
The reggaeton vibes and drink specials are gonna get everyone hyped, and let's not forget Bad Bunny's halftime show - the king is coming! 
I'm grabbing my squad and we're heading to Dramma for a night to remember. Who else is ready for the Benito Bowl? 
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I'm SO down for the Benito Bowl on Super Bowl Sunday!!! 
But I gotta say, some of these watch party ideas are pretty cool too... like that Sudan fundraiser thing, that's amazing 
. We should totally show our support for good causes while still having a blast! 
This is gonna be the ultimate Super Bowl Sunday experience!
[GIF of a person hiding behind a coffee cup while watching the game, with the caption "I'm good, just casually watching from my couch"]
. On the other hand, I love the idea of smaller gatherings like Sanger Hall's watch party in Queens, which is supporting a great cause 
. And for all you NYC Puerto Rican fans out there, it's amazing that your community is organizing its own watch party 
. With Bad Bunny not touring mainland US this year, we're basically the lucky ones to catch him live 
gotta say, this Super Bowl thing is gonna be lit 
️. I love how some people are organizing charity events too - that's the best part 
. And can you believe Bad Bunny isn't touring due to immigration fears? That's crazy 
. Anyway, gotta get ready for Sunday Funday 
...who else is hyped?! 
anyways, im hyped 2 c how many ppl show up 2 support good causes like sudan humanitarian aid tho that's some real vibes.
. All in all, it's gonna be a fantastic Sunday Funday in NYC 
I mean, who needs a whole city dedicated to one artist, even if he is awesome? It's just gonna be too crowded and commercialized for my taste. And don't even get me started on the drink specials... all that sugar and artificial flavoring just sounds gross 
And what's up with the "laid-back viewing experiences" 
it's gonna be such a vibe 
It's just another excuse for people to overpay for beer and pretend they're having a good time. And don't even get me started on the firework visuals at Dramma in Times Square – it's just gonna be a bunch of loud noises and cheap special effects. Meanwhile, all the cool kids are gonna be stuck in some crowded bar or restaurant with a tiny screen and a $15 shot of tequila... 
... it just goes to show how music can bring people together for more than just entertainment! 
meanwhile, i guess if you're gonna party it's gotta be with bad bunny's sick beats and firework visuals 
. And who can resist those firework visuals? 
. either way, i'm ready to party with my fellow fans on Super Bowl Sunday! 
. And don't even get me started on the prices for beer buckets... who's buying that nonsense?! 
. But overall, I'm just gonna stick to watching at home with a few friends, no fuss, no muss 
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I've been listening to Bad Bunny nonstop and I'm READY FOR THE HALFTIME SHOW 
it's all about unity and having fun! Sanger Hall's massive projector screen in Queens sounds like an epic view 
and free shots whenever someone scores? yes please