Kentucky Derby 2026: Date, Time, and Live Streaming Details

The 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs will showcase top Thoroughbreds racing for a $5 million purse.

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The 152nd Kentucky Derby is set to take place on May 2 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, drawing tens of thousands of spectators and millions of viewers worldwide.

Race day coverage will begin at 2:30 pm ET and continue until 7:30 pm ET.

Fans can watch the live race on NBC, USA Network, and stream it on Peacock.

The Kentucky Derby features top three-year-old Thoroughbreds racing over a one and a quarter-mile dirt track, with the winning horse awarded the famed garland of roses.

The post position draw is scheduled for April 25 at 2:15 pm ET and will be broadcast on FanDuel TV and streamed online.

Early contenders and odds list Renegade (9-2) as a leading contender, followed by Commandment (5-1) and Further Ado (6-1).