How to Watch Preakness Stakes 2026 - TV Channel, Live Stream and Race Times
The 2026 Preakness Stakes, the second leg of the US Triple Crown, is being held at Laurel Park due to renovations at Pimlico. The race features a strong field (though Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo is absent), and will be broadcast in the US on NBC and streamed on Peacock. UK viewers can tune in via Sky Sports Racing, with streaming options on Sky Go and NOW. Fans can also stream online via bet365 and Stake.com, provided they meet account requirements. Key conclusion: Multiple TV and digital options are available for catching all the action live.
- 2026 Preakness Stakes held at Laurel Park due to Pimlico renovations
- US coverage on NBC & Peacock; UK on Sky Sports, plus online via bet365 & Stake.com
- Multiple options available for live streaming and TV viewing worldwide
Here's how you can watch the Preakness Stakes live on television, or streamed on a mobile or tablet.
The second leg of the US Triple Crown of racing will take place tonight, as Laurel Park stages the Preakness Stakes for the first time.
The Maryland venue will host the Preakness Stakes in 2026 while Pimlico racecourse is under development. Kentucky Derby winner, Golden Tempo doesn't feature in tonight's field, but Ocelli and Incredibolt - third and sixth at Churchill downs - do line up in the feature, along with fancied runners Iron Honour, Napoleon Solo and Taj Mahal.
Here's the full schedule for Preakness Stakes day, and how you can watch the action live from Meydan this afternoon.
Information updated at 11:00am on 16.5.2026
Preakness Stakes Day 2026 Schedule
| Time | Details | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 15:30 | Allowance Optional Claiming (3YO+) | 5½f |
| 16:05 | Allowance Optional Claiming (3YO+) | 6f |
| 16:41 | Maiden Special Weight (3YO+) | 1m |
| 17:16 | Skipat Stakes (3YO+) | 6f |
| 17:51 | Allowance (3YO+) | 1m |
| 18:28 | Sir Barton Stakes Sponsored By Connolly Family Foundation To Benefit The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (3YO only) | 1m ½f |
| 19:07 | Chick Lang Stakes (3YO only) | 6f |
| 19:48 | Maryland Sprint Stakes (Grade 3) (3YO+) | 6f |
| 20:30 | James W. Murphy Stakes (3YO only) | 1m |
| 21:11 | Dinner Party Stakes (Grade 3) (3YO+) | 1m 1f |
| 21:53 | Gallorette Stakes (Grade 3) (3YO+) | 1m ½f |
| 22:52 | Jim McKay Turf Sprint Stakes (3YO+) | 5½f |
| 00:01 | Preakness Stakes (Grade 1) (3YO only) | 1m 1½f |
2026 Preakness Stakes Television Information
The Preakness Stakes is shown live across the United States on NBC, with full coverage of the second leg of the Triple Crown available throughout the evening. Racing fans can also follow the undercard action, expert analysis and build-up coverage online through Peacock, making it easy to watch the entire Preakness Stakes Day programme live.
In the UK, the 2026 Preakness Stakes is expected to be broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing, which regularly covers the biggest races from North America. Online viewers should also be able to stream the action through Sky Go and NOW. The feature race is scheduled to take place just before midnight UK time, allowing British fans to watch the latest chapter of the Triple Crown unfold live from Laurel Park.
Preakness Stakes 2026 Live Stream Info
Watch horse racing live streaming on your favourite digital device, including mobile phone and tablet anywhere you can get a strong internet connection.
The bet365 and Stake.com live streaming services feature a huge range of horse racing events around the world. Here is how you can stream from Laurel Park live online:
Bet365 Preakness Stakes Live Streaming
- Visit bet365 > live streaming > horse racing
- Log-in or register for an account (use the bet365 bonus code NEWBONUS if opening a new account)
- Registered depositing users can then watch and bet on live horse racing.
To watch a bet365 live stream users must be logged in and have a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. 18+, geo-restrictions & terms and conditions apply.
Open Account Offer: Up to £100 in Bet Credits for new customers at bet365. Min deposit £5. Bet Credits available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. The bonus code NEWBONUS can be used during registration but does not change the offer amount in any way.
Stake.com Preakness Stakes Live Streaming
- Visit Stake.com and navigate to Sports > Horse Racing
- Log in to your Stake.com account (new users can register using the Stake.com promo code NEWBONUS)
- Ensure your account has funds available to qualify for live streaming access
- Find the race from the race schedule and click the stream icon to watch live
Live streams are available to registered users aged 18+, and coverage may be subject to geo-restrictions and event availability.
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