The 158th running of the Belmont Stakes takes place on Saturday, June 6, closing out the 2026 Triple Crown season with one of horse racing’s biggest events of the year. Fans across the United States can watch the Belmont Stakes live on FOX, while additional weekend coverage will air on FS1 and FS2.
The official post time for the 2026 Belmont Stakes is scheduled for 7:04 p.m. ET.
Where to Watch the 2026 Belmont Stakes
TV Channels
- FOX
- FS1
- FS2
Live Streaming
- fubo
Horse racing fans can stream Belmont Stakes weekend coverage live on fubo, including pre-race coverage, undercard races, and post-race analysis.
Belmont Stakes Weekend TV Schedule
Friday, June 5
| Time (ET) | Coverage | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| 11:30 a.m. | America’s Day at the Races | FS2 |
| 5:00 p.m. | Belmont Stakes Racing Festival | FOX |
| 6:00 p.m. | America’s Day at the Races | FS1 |
Saturday, June 6
| Time (ET) | Coverage | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 a.m. | America’s Day at the Races | FS2 |
| 3:00 p.m. | Belmont Stakes Racing Festival | FOX / FS1 |
| 6:30 p.m. | 158th Belmont Stakes Coverage Begins | FOX |
| 7:04 p.m. | Belmont Stakes Official Post Time | FOX |
| 7:30 p.m. | America’s Day at the Races | FS2 |
Sunday, June 7
| Time (ET) | Coverage | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30 p.m. | America’s Day at the Races | FS2 |
| 1:00 p.m. | America’s Day at the Races | FS1 |
| 5:30 p.m. | America’s Day at the Races | FS2 |
How to Stream the Belmont Stakes Without Cable
Fans without cable can still watch the Belmont Stakes live through streaming services that carry FOX, FS1, and FS2. fubo remains one of the top options for streaming the full Belmont Stakes Racing Festival live throughout the weekend.
Belmont Stakes 2026 Preview
Known as the “Test of the Champion,” the Belmont Stakes is the final race of the Triple Crown series following the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes. The race traditionally draws elite thoroughbreds and some of the biggest names in horse racing as the season reaches its climax.
With nationwide coverage on FOX and expanded racing broadcasts throughout the weekend, fans will have multiple ways to follow every moment of Belmont Stakes 2026.