How to Watch the 2025 Kentucky Derby Online Without Cable

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16-05-2025

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The first race of the 2025 Triple Crown is here with Kentucky Derby. The 151st annual running of the horse-racing event features 20 thoroughbreds and jockeys on Saturday, May 3.
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Want to watch Kentucky Derby? Here's what you need to know.
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When Is Kentucky Derby 2025? Date, Time
Broadcasting on NBC, Kentucky Derby takes place at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky on Saturday, May 3. The start time for the horse race at 6:57 p.m. ET/3:57 p.m. PT. However, NBC Sports' coverage starts at 2:30 p.m. ET/11:30 a.m. PT.
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How to Watch Kentucky Derby Online
The Kentucky Derby livestream is accessible on Peacock, so the best way to watch the horse-racing event is to purchase a subscription starting at $7.99/month here.
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Not a subscriber? You can get a Peacock monthly subscription to stream Kentucky Derby online, and keep it to watch other hits — including 'Wicked,' 'The Wild Robot,' 'How To Train Your Dragon,' 'Oppenheimer,' 'The Traitors,' 'Vanderpump Rules' and others.
Luckily, the 151st annual running of the Kentucky Derby is not a pay-per-view event, so there is no PPV price needed. You can watch Kentucky Derby online simply with a Peacock subscription.
How to Watch Kentucky Derby Online Free
Unlike some streamers, Peacock does not currently offer a free trial. The only way to watch Kentucky Derby online is through a Peacock subscription.
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How to Watch Kentucky Derby 2025 on TV
Although Kentucky Derby horse-racing event is streaming on Peacock online, it's also available to watch on NBC. The best way to watch NBC without cable is through web-based cable alternative services, such Fubo, DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV and Sling Blue.
Kentucky Derby Racers
Check out all of the Kentucky Derby racers below, and stream it on Peacock here.
Citizen Bull
Neoequos
Final Gambit
Rodriguez
American Promise
Admire Daytona
Luxor Cafe
Journalism
Burnham Square
Grande
Flying Mohawk
East Avenue
Publisher
Tiztastic
Render Judgement
Coal Battle
Sandman
Sovereignty
Chunk of Gold
Owen Almighty
Watch all the action by livestreaming the Kentucky Derby online with Peacock. Purchase the livestream feed starting at $7.99/month, or $79.99/year when you sign up for an annual subscription here.
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