When is the 2026 Preakness: How to watch, post time, TV and streaming info, schedule, location, date

The 2026 Preakness takes place this Saturday, May 16, at Laurel Park in Laurel, Maryland. Live coverage begins at 1 PM ET on Peacock and will continue on NBC and Peacock at 4:00 PM.

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Saturday marks the 151st running of "The Run for the Black-Eyes Susans", and it may be one of the most thrilling. The field has not been officially announced, but there are some fast probables that could be a factor on Saturday.

A Kentucky Derby entry could also be contenders at Laurel Park. Longshot runner Ocelli finished third in the Run for the Roses and could thrive in the Preakness's shorter distance. If he won, it would be the first time a horse has broken their maiden at the Preakness since 1888.

This Preakness will potentially have a hot local runner in Taj Mahal, who is 3-0 at Laurel Park. He also has championship pedigree, being sired by Kentucky Derby champion Nyquist.

See below for everything you need to know about the 2026 Preakness, including additional information on how to live stream the event, entries, and more.

How to watch the 2026 Preakness:

• When: Saturday, May 16
• Where: Laurel Park in Laurel, Maryland
• Time: Live coverage begins at 1 PM ET
• TV: NBC
• Live Stream: Peacock