Kentucky Derby 2024: How to Watch Today’s Race From Anywhere – CNET
The 150th running of the Kentucky Derby is today. More than 150,000 fans are expected to pack into Churchill Downs to watch the first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown.
Sierra Leone is one of the favorites going into this Saturday’s Derby.
When does the Kentucky Derby start?
The Kentucky Derby takes place today on Saturday, May 4. TV coverage begins at 2:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock and runs until 7:30 p.m. ET.
Post time is set for approximately 6:57 p.m. ET (3:57 p.m. PT), that’s at 11:57 p.m. BST start on Saturday night in the UK and 8:57 a.m. AEST on Sunday morning for those watching live in Australia.
How can I watch the Kentucky Derby on TV in the US?
If you don’t have cable, you still have plenty of options. The least expensive that doesn’t require streaming is to connect an over-the-air antenna to your TV and tune in to your local NBC station.
If you’re streaming on a PC, phone or tablet, you can watch on NBCSports.com, Peacock Premium or the NBC Sports app.
You could also check out a live TV streaming service, all of which offer free trials. Not every service carries your local NBC station, however, so check the links below to make sure.
YouTube TV costs $58 a month for the first 3 months for new customers and $73 a month thereafter and includes NBC in most markets. Plug in your ZIP code on its welcome page to see which local networks are available in your region.
