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How to watch the 2026 Kentucky Derby: TV channel, live steam, start time, schedule
TL;DR
The 2026 Kentucky Derby is on May 2 at Churchill Downs, starting at 12:00 PM ET. Live coverage will be available on Peacock and NBCSN, with NBC joining at 2:30 PM.
Key points
- 2026 Kentucky Derby on May 2
- Starts at 12:00 PM ET
- Broadcast on NBC and NBCSN
- Streaming available on Peacock
- Held at Churchill Downs, Louisville
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Kentucky Derby
The 2026 Kentucky Derby takes place on Saturday, May 2, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. This year marks the 152nd running of the historic "Run for the Roses". Live coverage begins at 12:00 PM ET on Peacock and NBCSN and continues throughout the day on NBC and Peacock at 2:30 PM. See below for additional information on how to watch the 2026 Kentucky Derby.
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What channel is the Kentucky Derby on?
The 2026 Kentucky Derby will be televised on NBC.
Can you stream the Kentucky Derby online?
You can live stream the 2026 Kentucky Derby on NBCSN and Peacock — click here to subscribe.
What time does the 2026 Kentucky Derby start?
The post time for this year's derby is approximately 6:57 PM ET.
Who won the 2025 Kentucky Derby?
Sovereignty, ridden by jockey Junior Alvarado, won last year's Kentucky Derby. Check out the video below to relive the moment.
Sovereignty rumbles to win 151st Kentucky Derby:
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Q&A
What time does the 2026 Kentucky Derby start?
The 2026 Kentucky Derby starts at 12:00 PM ET on May 2.
Which channels will broadcast the 2026 Kentucky Derby?
The 2026 Kentucky Derby will be broadcast on NBC, NBCSN, and available for streaming on Peacock.
Where is the 2026 Kentucky Derby being held?
The 2026 Kentucky Derby will take place at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
