You can watch the 2025 Kentucky Derby live on NBC and stream it online on Peacock. NBC will begin coverage at 2:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, May 3, with the race post time at 6:57 p.m. ET

. Viewing options include:

• TV Broadcast: NBC (main coverage) and USA Network (pre-race coverage)
• Streaming: Peacock (subscription required, starting at $7.99/month), NBCSports.com, and the NBC Sports app for cable subscribers
• Live TV Streaming Services: Hulu + Live TV, Sling Blue, Fubo, and DirecTV Stream, all of which carry NBC and offer free trials that can be used to watch the Derby without cable

Spanish-language coverage is available on UNIVERSO

. If you do not have cable, using an over-the-air antenna to pick up your local NBC station is a free option if you live within broadcast range

. In summary, the best ways to watch the Kentucky Derby are:

• Tune in to NBC on TV at 6:57 p.m. ET on May 3
• Stream live on Peacock with a paid subscription
• Use a live TV streaming service with NBC access, possibly with a free trial
• Use an OTA antenna to watch NBC for free if available in your area