Stream the Kentucky Derby live free on Locast
Price: Free
Channel: NBC
You can watch the NBC Kentucky Derby stream live free on Locast. Channel availability changes based on your IP and browser location. Kentucky Derby NBC coverage is scheduled for 2:30 – 7:30 p.m. ET.
To stream horse racing live on Locast:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in the U.S. where the NBC broadcast is available.
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- Go to Locast.org and sign up. Select the market that corresponds with the server location you’re connected to.
- Enjoy streaming!
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Watch the 2021 Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby live stream on NBC
Price: 25 USD/month and up
Channels: NBC and NBCSN
NBC acquired the U.S. broadcasting rights for the 2021 Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby. A variety of free trials are available (AT&T TV Now does not offer a free trial).
If you already have a U.S. cable subscription, you can also watch the races live on the NBCSports website. Check the schedule below for times.
Sling TV does not offer NBC, only NBCSN. You can watch the NBC broadcast via Locast.
To watch the Kentucky races live on NBC:
- Get ExpressVPN
- Connect to a server location in the U.S
- Head to fuboTV (65 USD/month), YouTube TV (65 USD/month), Sling TV Blue (25 USD/month and up), AT&T TV Now (70 USD/month), or Hulu+Live TV (65 USD/month) and sign up. You may need to enter a valid U.S. postal code (e.g., 10001, 48104)
- Enjoy the race!
Note: In order to get Sling TV’s free trial you must use the Sling TV app as opposed to signing up on the website
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How to stream the Kentucky Derby on Sky Sports
Price: 22 GBP/month and up
Channel: Sky Sports Racing
Sky Sports in the UK will broadcast the Kentucky Derby this year. However, specialized equipment is required to watch the TV broadcasts. You will also need to provide a valid postal code and a UK/Ireland credit or debit card.
If you already have a Sky subscription, you can stream its content online via Sky Go. With a VPN, you can watch Sky Go even when you’re traveling abroad. Check the official Sky Sports schedule to know when to tune in.
To watch the Kentucky Derby live on Sky Go:
- Get ExpressVPN
- Connect to a server location in the UK
- Head to Sky Go and log in
- Enjoy the event!
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2021 Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby date and time
This year’s edition of the Kentucky Derby will happen on May 1, 2021. NBC’s event coverage will begin at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The Kentucky Oaks will start on Friday, April 30 on NBCSN.
Catch behind the scenes action of the races by following @kentuckyderby or #kyderby on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, and Pinterest.
Follow the latest horse racing updates on BBC
Looking for the latest news and expert analysis? The BBC is the premier destination for fans who want up-to-the-minute news and coverage.
Head to the BBC for the latest horse racing coverage from BBC Sport!
Horse racing calendar 2021
Check out these great equestrian events throughout 2020!
| Date | Race | Location |
| April 30, 2021 | 2021 Kentucky Oaks | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| May 1, 2021 | 2021 Kentucky Derby | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| May 1 – 2, 2021 | 2021 QIPCO Guineas Festival | Newmarket Racecourses, England |
| May 15, 2021 | 2021 Preakness Stakes | Pimlico Race Course, Baltimore, Maryland, USA |
| June 4 – 5, 2021 | 2021 Epsom Derby Festival | Epsom Downs, Surrey, England |
| June 6, 2021 | 2021 Belmont Stakes | Belmont Park, Elmont, New York, USA |
| June 15 – 19, 2021 | 2021 Royal Ascot | Ascot Racecourse, England |
| July 2 – 3, 2021 | 2021 Coral Summer Festival | Sandown Park, England |
| July 8 – 10, 2021 | 2021 Moët & Chandon July Festival | Newmarket Racecourse |
| July 24, 2021 | 2021 King George Weekend | Ascot Racecourse |
| July 29 – September 2, 2021 | 2021 Racing League | Newcastle |
| August 18 – 21, 2021 | 2021 Yorkshire Ebor Festival | York Racecourse, England |
| October 3, 2021 | 2021 Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe | Longchamps Paris |
| September 11, 2021 | 2021 St Leger Day | Doncaster Racecourse |
| November 2, 2021 | 2021 Melbourne Cup | Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| Mid November, 2021 | The November Meeting 2021 | Cheltenham Racecourse, England |
| December, 2021 | 2021 32Red Christmas Festival | Kempton Park |
| Late December, 2021 | 2021 Coral Welsh Grand National | Chepstow, Wales |
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