Kentucky Derby 2025: When and Where to Watch Live Today
The 151st Kentucky Derby takes place today, Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the iconic Churchill Downs racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky. The main race is scheduled for 6:57 PM ET. Live coverage begins at 12 PM ET on USA Network and Peacock, with main coverage starting at 2:30 PM on NBC. The event features 19 elite horses competing for a $3 million purse.
Kentucky Derby 2025: When and Where to Watch Live Today
The 151st Kentucky Derby takes place today, Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the iconic Churchill Downs racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky. The main race is scheduled for 6:57 PM ET. Live coverage begins at 12 PM ET on USA Network and Peacock, with main coverage starting at 2:30 PM on NBC. The event features 19 elite horses competing for a $3 million purse.
Schedule & Broadcast
Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
Main race time: 6:57 PM ET
Location: Churchill Downs, Louisville, Kentucky
Live coverage:
USA Network and Peacock: starting at 12 PM ET
NBC: starting at 2:30 PM ET
Streaming: Peacock, NBCSports.com, NBC Sports app
Top Horses & Odds
Journalism (7/2): Favorite, winner of the Santa Anita Derby.
Sandman (9/2): Winner of the Arkansas Derby.
Sovereignty (9-1): Runner-up in the Florida Derby.
Citizen Bull (14-1): Trained by Bob Baffert, returning after suspension.
Burnham Square (16-1): Winner of the Blue Grass Stakes.
Weather Conditions
Rain is forecasted throughout the day, potentially leading to a wet dirt track, affecting horse performance.
Events & Festivities
In addition to the main race, the day features 14 other races and traditional events like hat contests and whiskey tastings.
How to Watch
TV: NBC
Streaming: Peacock, NBCSports.com, NBC Sports app