METRO JOINS THE LOS ANGELES SUPER BOWL LXI HOST COMMITTEE
AS THE OFFICIAL PUBLIC TRANSIT PROVIDER
Partnership builds on Metro’s support for FIFA World Cup 2026™ and underscores the essential role of public transit at major events across Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES (September 17, 2026) – The Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission is proud to announce that the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) will serve as the Official Public Transit Provider for the Los Angeles Super Bowl LXI Host Committee, continuing a growing partnership between Metro and the region’s major sports events.
The announcement builds on Metro’s role as a Los Angeles World Cup Host City Supporter, where Metro helped connect fans from around the world and Angelenos alike to matches and celebrations across Los Angeles. During the tournament, Metro recorded nearly 26 million rides in July 2026, an increase in more than 2 million rides year-over-year, while 196 World Cup-branded buses operated throughout the region. Metro’s Games Enhanced Bus Service also provided more than 212,865 rides from 15 different transit locations for the eight World Cup matches played at SoFi Stadium.
With Super Bowl LXI on the horizon, Metro will once again play a critical role in helping the region welcome fans and deliver a safe and smooth transportation experience. As the Official Public Transit Provider, Metro will work closely with the Los Angeles Super Bowl LXI Host Committee and the National Football League to support transportation planning and operations surrounding Super Bowl LXI and encourage fans to take advantage of Metro’s expanding rail and bus network to travel to the game, official Super Bowl Experience, and fan events throughout the region.
“Major global events are an opportunity to show the world what Los Angeles is capable of,” said Kathryn Schloessman, President & CEO, Los Angeles Super Bowl LXI Host Committee. “Metro is an essential part of that story. Following the success of the World Cup, we are thrilled to continue our partnership with Metro as the Official Public Transit Provider to support Super Bowl LXI. Together, we are committed to making sure fans have opportunities to experience Los Angeles’ diverse communities and neighborhoods while connecting to the events that bring the world to our region.”
By providing reliable public transit services, Metro aims to reduce traffic congestion, minimize environmental impact, and ensure a positive experience for locals and visitors. This partnership underscores Metro’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, innovation, and fan-firstexperiences—setting the stage for a seamless journey to the heart of the action across the region.
“Metro is thrilled to be teaming up once again with the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission as the Official Public Transit Provider for the next global event set to hit Los Angeles in just a few short months, Super Bowl LXI,” said Stephanie Wiggins, CEO of Metro. “Building on the success of the FIFA World Cup, where Metro safely and efficiently transported 212,865 fans to and from the matches, we’re ready to put those lessons and experiences into action for the big game. We know what it takes to move large crowds during major events, and we’re committed to providing fans with a safe, convenient and reliable way to get around Los Angeles.”
For more information about Metro’s services and the Host Committee’s initiatives around Super Bowl LXI, please visit lasuperbowlhc.com and metro.net.
