The biggest event in horse racing has returned to Churchill Downs in Louisville as the 150th Kentucky Derby streams live on Peacock. The “Run of the Roses” is an event like no other and this year’s race is shaping up to be historic.
2024 Kentucky Derby at a Glance
When to Watch
2024 Kentucky Derby – Saturday, May 4
- Time: 2:30 PM ET
- Channel: NBC
- Stream: Peacock
How to Watch the 2024 Kentucky Derby Without Cable TV
The 150th Kentucky Derby is a historic milestone and for cord cutters, it’ll be easier to stream than ever. You can watch the race live on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or any other compatible device on NBC with DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
Peacock will also simulstream the race and fallout live.
Viewers can watch NBC for free by using an antenna and you can find out which affiliates are in your area by using AntennaWeb.
Find out more about each of the streaming services below.
Watch the 2024 Kentucky Derby Live For Free
DIRECTV STREAM, and Fubo both offer free live streams of the Kentucky Derby on NBC. New eligible subscribers can try DIRECTV STREAM for free for 5 days or try Fubo for free.
Watch the Kentucky Derby Live on DIRECTV STREAM
Stream the 2024 Kentucky Derby live with DIRECTV STREAM. The Entertainment package includes NBC and over 75 channels, so viewers can watch the race, and more for only $79.99 per month. There are no contracts, no hidden fees, and a subscription includes unlimited cloud DVR storage.
New subscribers can take advantage of a 5-day free trial before subscribing.
Watch the Kentucky Derby Live on Fubo
NBC is available as part of the Pro plan from Fubo. You can stream all the action on the ice and over 100 sporting events live. With over 180 channels, the Pro plan is a great value for only $79.99 per month. Relive your favorite moments during the tournament and rewatch your favorite shows with 1000 hours and Cloud DVR space.
New subscribers can try Fubo for free and get $20 off the first month.
Watch the Kentucky Derby Live on Sling TV
One of the most affordable ways to stream the Kentucky Derby is with Sling Blue. Starting at $40 per month, subscribers can watch the NBC, USA Network, and over 40 channels with 50 hours of DVR storage to record the biggest moments of the tournament.
New subscribers can get $10 off of their first month.
Watch the Kentucky Derby Live on Peacock
Peacock will stream live coverage of the 2024 Kentucky Derby. For $5.99 per month or $59.99 per year, Peacock Premium gives you access to the best figure skaters in the world, over 80,000 hours of hit shows and movies, and much more. Upgrade to Peacock Premium for $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year for an ad-free experience and unlock everything Peacock offers.
Watch the Kentucky Derby Live on Hulu + Live TV
Skip the high cost of cable and stream NBC, and over 95 channels on Hulu + Live TV for $76.99 per month. As one of the most complete ways to watch live horse racing, the service offers unlimited access to the Hulu library, Disney+, and live sports on ESPN+ for no additional charge. Record your favorite moments during the tournament and much more for up to 9 months with unlimited DVR storage.
Watch the Kentucky Derby Live on YouTube TV
Stream over 100 channels, including the best horse race live on NBC with YouTube TV for only $72.99 per month. The service includes unlimited DVR, which will allow you to rewatch each selection and the ability to share 6 accounts per household.
Which Horses Are Participating in the 2024 Kentucky Derby?
The 20 horses listed below are participating in this year’s “Greatest Two Minutes in Sports.”
- Dornoch
- Sierra Leone
- Mystik Dan
- Catching Freedom
- Catalytic
- Just Steel
- Honor Marie
- Just a Touch
- T O Password
- Forever Young
- Track Phantom
- West Saratoga
- Endlessly
- Domestic Product
- Grand Mo the First
- Fierceness
- Stronghold
- Resilience
- Society Man
- Epic Ride