How to Watch the Kentucky Derby 2024 Online: Channel, Race Time, Streaming and More
Written by Rtradio on April 30, 2024
Stock up on your mint julep fixings and secure your over-the-top hat, because the 150th Kentucky Derby is happening soon. On Saturday, May 4, 20 horses and their jockeys are headed off to compete in the world’s biggest thoroughbred horse race at legendary Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
Planning to watch this year’s Run for the Roses? The 150th Kentucky Derby will air on NBC this year. Whether you’re betting on your favorite horse, throwing a Derby party for all your friends, or just love the tradition of it all, read on to find out everything you need to know about streaming the 2024 Kentucky Derby online — including a way to watch the Kentucky Derby for free.
When is the 2024 Kentucky Derby?
The 150th Kentucky Derby takes place on Saturday, May 4. The festivities are expected to begin around 6:45 p.m. ET, but NBC coverage of the day starts at 2:30 p.m. ET or if you want to start even earlier the cable network USA will begin coverage at 12:00 p.m. ET.
How to watch the 2024 Kentucky Derby without cable:
The big race will air on NBC, but those without cable access can watch the Kentucky Derby on Peacock or with a live TV streaming services that carry NBC, which includes FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV and Sling TV.
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The Kentucky Derby on FuboTV
FuboTV is a sports-centric streaming service that offers access to all kinds of sporting events, including the Kentucky Derby. Packages include NBC, Fox, CBS, ESPN and more starting at $80 per month. In addition to these, FuboTV also offers MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS and international soccer games.
The Kentucky Derby 2024 TV Schedule
For those who love horse racing, there are a few notable horse races airing on Peacock in the upcoming month that you won’t want to miss, including the Kentucky Derby. Here’s when they’re happening and where they air.
Friday, May 3
150th Kentucky Oaks @ 1 p.m. ET on USA and Peacock
Saturday, May 4
150th Kentucky Derby @ 12 p.m. ET on USA and Peacock
150th Kentucky Derby @ 2:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock
How to Watch the Kentucky Derby 2024 for Free
The Kentucky Derby only lasts one day. in fact, the race itself it only takes around two minutes from start to finish, which is why it’s nicknamed “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” That being said, if you’ve never used FuboTV or Hulu + Live TV you could be eligible for a free trial to watch every precious second of the action for free.
Sign up for the 7-day free trial on FuboTV or the 3-day free trial on Hulu + Live TV the morning of the races and cancel it by the end of the evening to watch the Kentucky Derby for free.
Sign Up for FuboTV’s Free Trial
Sign Up for Hulu + Live TV’s Free Trial
If you’ve already signed up for FuboTV or Hulu + Live TV, you can likely find a business in your area, depending on the size of your city, hosting a Kentucky Derby party or at least airing it on the TV. However you choose to watch it — we bet you won’t be disappointed.
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