Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson is set to headline the halftime show at the United Football League's United Bowl on Saturday, June 13, at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. The championship game is scheduled to kick off at 3 p.m. ET and will be broadcast nationally on ABC, according to ESPN's listings. The league says fans who purchase tickets will be entered for a chance to be on the field during the halftime performance.
In a press release via UFL, the league billed the United Bowl as "one of the most anticipated sports and entertainment events of the summer." UFL co-owner Mike Repole added, "50 Cent is a global icon whose music, energy, and larger-than-life presence perfectly match the identity and momentum of the United Football League."
Tickets, promotions and how to watch
Tickets for the United Bowl are on sale through Ticketmaster, with prices starting as low as $19, according to WJLA. The UFL is promoting a limited "50-hour" offer to buy two tickets and get two additional tickets for 50 cents each, a deal highlighted by WJLA. ESPN's schedule also lists the game on ABC at 3:00 p.m. ET.
United Bowl Week and fan events
The league says United Bowl Week will include community programming, player appearances, a DC Defenders youth clinic on June 11, and an awards ceremony on June 12, creating a multi-day festival around the city, per UFL. UFL officials also note that fans who buy tickets will be automatically entered for the opportunity to be on the field during the halftime performance.
What this means for D.C. fans
Audi Field has become a compact, intense venue for spring football with strong fan traditions and easy transit access via the Navy Yard stop, according to the stadium's information. Pairing a championship game with a major music headliner is a clear push by the UFL to blend entertainment and sport as the league looks to broaden its national footprint. Expect heavier crowds and extra transit planning for the June weekend as teams, performers and visiting fans converge on the neighborhood.
