Star-Studded Performances by CALVIN HARRIS, JOHN SUMMIT, XANDRA, PESO PLUMA, LATIN MAFIA and GREEICY To Highlight Weekend of Free Concerts on Miami Beach;
KAT LUNA to perform pregame at Hard Rock Stadium

MIAMI – The College Football Playoff (CFP) today announced its star-studded lineup of recording artists who will perform at AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! on Saturday, January 17 and Sunday, January 18. The free concerts will take place on Miami Beach near Lummus Park leading up to the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship, set for Monday, January 19, at Hard Rock Stadium.

The weekend's initial needle-drop will take place on the AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! stage on Saturday, January 17 with performances by trailblazing producer, DJ and songwriter Calvin Harris, global dance sensation and acclaimed DJ, producer and label owner John Summit, and rising female DJ/producer sensation XANDRA. The second night, Sunday, January 18, will feature cultural icon and Mexican trailblazer Peso Pluma, soulful and genre-bending trio Latin Mafia and Multi-platinum selling Latin Pop powerhouse Greeicy.

Gates for AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! will open at 6 p.m. ET each day. For more information, visit CollegeFootballPlayoff.com/ppl.


Additionally, the CFP revealed that Latina country rising star Kat Luna will perform at Allstate Championship Tailgate, which will take place on Monday, January 19 outside Hard Rock Stadium from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET before the national championship game. Fans will also have the opportunity to partake in interactive games, sponsor activations, concessions, and performances by each team's marching band during the day. Additional concert performers will be announced at a later date.

For additional information on the College Football Playoff, including AT&T Playoff Playlist Live!, Allstate Championship Tailgate and the 2026 CFP National Championship, visit CollegeFootballPlayoff.com. Join the social conversation by using the hashtags #CFBPlayoff, #ATTPlaylistLive and #ChampTailgate.

   
About the College Football Playoff
The College Football Playoff (CFP) is the event that crowns the national champion in college football. The CFP selection committee ranks the top 25 teams at the end of the regular season. The five highest ranked conference champions and the next seven highest-ranked teams will be seeded into a 12-team bracket based on the final ranking, with the four highest-ranked teams receiving a first-round bye. The teams ranked Nos. 5-12 will play in the CFP First Round, with the higher seeds hosting the lower seeds. The Playoff Quarterfinals and Playoff Semifinals rotate annually among six bowl games – the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic, Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, Capital One Orange Bowl, Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential and the Allstate Sugar Bowl. The College Football Playoff National Championship will be on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. For additional information on the College Football Playoff, visit CollegeFootballPlayoff.com.
 

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CALVIN HARRIS
Producer, DJ and songwriter Calvin Harris stands as the figurehead for modern dance music, having broken world records and dominated the charts. He has over 40 billion combined audio and video streams in his career history, making him one of the most viewed artists on YouTube and one of Sony Music's biggest streaming artists. Calvin has collaborated with global artists including Frank Ocean, Pharrell Williams, Rihanna, The Weeknd, and Travis Scott to name a few. His work has garnered a number of top music awards and nominations, including 14 MTV VMA nominations and two wins, six GRAMMY® nominations and a 2013 GRAMMY® Award win in the Best Music Video category for "We Found Love".

JOHN SUMMIT
John Summit is one of the most in-demand names in global dance music, known for his high-energy performances and boundary-pushing sound. The Chicago-born, Miami-based DJ, producer and label owner has amassed over 1.5 billion global streams, two #1 U.S. dance radio hits, and multiple Top 10 tracks on Billboard's Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart. A powerhouse on stage, Summit has sold out Madison Square Garden, headlined London's O2 Arena and Ibiza residencies, and launched his own Experts Only Festival in New York City. His debut album Comfort In Chaos (2024) pairs dancefloor energy with introspective storytelling, exploring themes of duality and emotion. Through his label, Experts Only, Summit champions creative freedom and musical innovation, cementing his reputation as one of electronic music's most exciting and forward-thinking artists.

XANDRA
XANDRA is a rapidly rising DJ and producer whose magnetic energy and bold, modern sound have made her one of dance music's fastest-emerging names. With nearly 2 million followers across social platforms, she's earned major milestones including Forbes 30 Under 30, a Las Vegas residency, and sets alongside global stars such as Kygo, Calvin Harris, and The Chainsmokers. A self-taught DJ, she recently completed two national headline tours, performed at top festivals including Lollapalooza, EDC, and Pal Norte, and became the first female artist signed to Palm Tree MGMT. Her releases — including "Body Say," "I'm Going Out," and her latest single "SUPERSTAR" with Bryce Vine — continue to position XANDRA as a powerful new voice shaping the future of dance music. When she is not touring clubs and major music venues around the globe, XANDRA intends to keep the party going, and is hard at work in the studio on her upcoming original music. She is currently based in Miami, FL.

PESO PLUMA
Peso Pluma is a trailblazing artist known for his unique style and genuine approach. With over 45 million monthly Spotify listeners, he's made history as the first artist to dominate both the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global 200 Excl. U.S. simultaneously with two different songs. His album "GÉNESIS" broke streaming records, earning him his first GRAMMY® win for Best Música Mexicana Album in 2024, while "EXODÓ" also landed him his first Latin GRAMMY® nomination. He became the first Mexican to perform at MTV's Video Music Awards (2023) and Europe Music Awards (2024), and the first Mexican artist to appear on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon (twice). His global appeal has earned him collaborations with stars like Karol G, Cardi B, Quavo, Becky G, and more that have further propelled his impressive career. Peso Pluma is not only a musical powerhouse but also a cultural icon, having turned into a music mogul with his own label, Double P Records, in partnership with George Prajin. He is breaking the mold and showing the next generation of artists that a musician's superpower is remaining true to themselves.

LATIN MAFIA
Latin Mafia is a Mexican trio of brothers Emilio, Milton, and Miguel De la Rosa whose emotional sound and independent rise have propelled them to the forefront of contemporary Latin music. Their debut album TODOS LOS DÍAS TODO EL DÍA (2024) earned widespread acclaim and spots on year-end lists by Rolling Stone, Billboard, NPR, and FADER. The group has sold out shows across Latin America, the U.S., and Europe, performed at major festivals including Lollapalooza, Coachella, and Camp Flog Gnaw, and drawn crowds of more than 18,000 to their free listening events. Signed to Rimas Entertainment, Latin Mafia's rapid global expansion and loyal fan base have cemented them as one of the most influential acts in the new wave of Latin music.

GREEICY
Greeicy is a multifaceted Colombian singer, actress, and songwriter Latin GRAMMY® nominee, who has established herself as one of the most influential figures in contemporary Latin music. Born in Cali in 1992, she began her career as an actress with her iconic role as Daisy O'Brian McLaren in "Chica Vampiro" before successfully transitioning to music in 2017 under Universal Music Latin Entertainment. With three studio albums—BAILA (2019), LA CARTA (2022), and YELIANA (2024)—Greeicy has achieved multiple platinum certifications and her first gold record in the United States. Her single "A Veces a Besos" reached the Top 15 of Billboard's Latin Pop Airplay US Chart, remaining on the charts for 17 weeks. She has collaborated with major artists including Juanes, Alejandro Sanz, Tini, Danna Paola, Jay Wheeler, and Kapo to name a few. Greeicy's brand partnerships include: JEEP, RAM, and Rexona and more. The songstress has garnered key recognitions including: being named one of the 100 Most Powerful Women in the World by Forbes, MTV Millennial Awards and Colombia's Heat Awards to name a few. In 2025, she began a new chapter in her career by releasing the singles "Limonar" and "Estas Ganas," in which she introduced a new character entering Greeicy's musical realm, "Gigi." With over 23.4M followers on Instagram and 6.6M monthly listeners on Spotify, Greeicy continues to carry the torch forward being one of the most powerful female performers in entertainment.
 

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KAT LUNA
Kat Luna is a rising Latina country artist forging a fresh solo chapter after earning national attention on American Idol and as half of the duo Kat & Alex. Named one of Rolling Stone's "25 Spanish-Language Artists We're Rooting For in 2025" and featured in Grammy.com's "10 Latina Country Artists to Know Now," Luna blends her Cuban heritage with the storytelling roots of country music. Her new EP That Girl marks her most personal work yet, earning praise for her vocal power and emotional honesty. In the past year, she made her Grand Ole Opry debut and joined the CMT Next Women of Country Class of 2025, signaling a compelling new era for the Cuban American singer-songwriter. 
 

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In addition to AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! and Allstate Championship Tailgate, fans can participate and experience the following public events in Miami leading up to the 2026 national championship game:

Playoff Fan Central
Miami Beach Convention Center
Friday, January 16 – Sunday, January 18, 2026
Playoff Fan Central is an interactive experience that gives fans the opportunity to be a part of the College Football Playoff National Championship. The free three-day, family-friendly event will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center and will include games, youth sports clinics, pep rallies and exhibits celebrating college football and its rich history. Playoff Fan Central sponsor activations, Media Day presented by Great Clips (Saturday, January 17), special guest appearances and autograph signings.

Media Day presented by Great Clips
Miami Beach Convention Center
Saturday, January 17, 2026
(Fiesta Bowl Champion 9-10 a.m. ET; Peach Bowl Champion 10:30-11:30 a.m. ET)
Media Day presented by Great Clips will feature one-hour interview sessions with student-athletes and coaches from each of the College Football Playoff National Championship participating teams. The event is free and open to the public. Fans can listen in to interviews as over 1,000 media members will be present to preview the national championship game, including personalities from ESPN.

Extra Yard for Teachers Summit
The Fillmore Miami Beach
Saturday, January 17, 2026
The Extra Yard for Teachers Summit is a gathering of teachers who come together for a relevant and high energy program featuring inspiring speakers who recognize the hard work of those working with students in PK-12 schools. The 2026 event will offer in-person (for local educators) and virtual (for teachers across the country) options to attend for free. There will be a post-event reception for in-person attendees to enjoy food, drink and peer-to peer-networking. Past speakers and presenters have included Miguel Cardona, U.S. Secretary of Education; Condoleezza Rice, former U.S. Secretary of State; and ESPN college football talent. The EYFT Summit also includes sessions to educate, entertain, and inspire attendees. Registration is open now at CFP-Foundation.org.

Baptist Health CFP Trophy Trot 5K and 10K
Miami Beach
Sunday, January 18, 2026
The Baptist Health CFP Trophy Trot is a family-friendly run/walk that offers a chance for fans to take part in national championship weekend. The 2026 edition of the Trophy Trot, which will feature both the 5K and 10K distances, will begin at 8 a.m. ET on Sunday, January 18 in the heart of Miami Beach. Each participant will receive a t-shirt and medal, and there will be opportunities to win tickets to the 2026 national championship game. All proceeds benefit Extra Yard for Teachers, the College Football Playoff Foundation's primary platform. Registration for the Trophy Trot is open now at TrophyTrot.com.

Taste of the Championship
M2 Miami
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Taste of the Championship is a premium dining experience on Sunday, January 18, the eve of the College Football Playoff National Championship. Held at M2 Miami, Taste of the Championship will offer attendees the opportunity to indulge in gourmet food and drink prepared by Miami-area chefs, as well as experience live entertainment and celebrity appearances. Proceeds from the event will support the College Football Playoff Foundation and its Extra Yard for Teachers platform. Tickets are on sale now at CollegeFootballPlayoff.com/taste.