The 2026 BMW Championship takes place from Thursday, August 20, through Sunday, August 23, at Bellerive Country Club in St. Louis, Missouri. Golf fans in the United States can follow the FedExCup Playoffs event across ESPN, Golf Channel, CBS and several streaming services.
How to Watch the BMW Championship in the U.S.
The 2026 BMW Championship will be shown across the following channels and platforms:
- ESPN: Early coverage on Thursday and Friday
- Golf Channel: Additional tournament coverage
- CBS: Weekend broadcast coverage
- Paramount+: Streaming access to CBS coverage
- PGA TOUR LIVE in the ESPN App: Full-day coverage and featured feeds
A qualifying television subscription may be required to watch ESPN, Golf Channel or CBS online.
2026 BMW Championship TV Schedule
All listed times are Eastern.
| Date | Round | Where to watch |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, August 20 | First round | ESPN, 10 a.m.–noon; PGA TOUR LIVE; Golf Channel |
| Friday, August 21 | Second round | ESPN, 10 a.m.–noon; PGA TOUR LIVE; Golf Channel |
| Saturday, August 22 | Third round | PGA TOUR LIVE; Golf Channel; CBS and Paramount+ |
| Sunday, August 23 | Final round | PGA TOUR LIVE; Golf Channel; CBS and Paramount+ |
The PGA TOUR has confirmed ESPN’s 10 a.m.–noon ET broadcast windows on Thursday and Friday. Exact Golf Channel and CBS airtimes are expected to be finalized closer to the opening round.
How to Stream the BMW Championship
The most comprehensive streaming option is PGA TOUR LIVE in the ESPN App. Coverage is scheduled throughout all four rounds, beginning with the first tee shots and continuing through the completion of play.
Its concurrent feeds may include:
- Main tournament coverage
- Marquee groups
- Featured groups
- Featured holes
- Additional specialty feeds
Weekend CBS coverage should also be available through Paramount+, subject to the viewer’s plan and location. Viewers with participating television providers may be able to stream Golf Channel coverage through GolfChannel.com or the relevant NBC Sports platform.
Can You Watch the BMW Championship Without Cable?
Yes. Viewers can watch without a traditional cable package by subscribing to a compatible live-TV streaming service carrying ESPN, Golf Channel and CBS. PGA TOUR LIVE is available through the ESPN App, while CBS coverage can be streamed through an eligible Paramount+ plan.
Channel availability differs by package and location, so viewers should confirm that their selected service carries all three television networks.
Where Is the 2026 BMW Championship?
The tournament will be held at Bellerive Country Club in St. Louis, Missouri. Competition runs from August 20–23, while the broader championship week begins on August 18.
Bellerive has hosted several major golf events, including the 2018 PGA Championship. The 2026 tournament marks another high-profile return to the historic course.
What Is the BMW Championship?
The BMW Championship is the second of three events in the PGA TOUR’s FedExCup Playoffs. The top 50 eligible players in the standings advance to the tournament, and only the top 30 move on to the season-ending TOUR Championship.
That format gives every round significant postseason implications, particularly for players close to the top-30 cutoff.
Frequently Asked Questions
What channel is the BMW Championship on?
In the United States, the 2026 BMW Championship will air across ESPN, Golf Channel and CBS.
Is the BMW Championship available on ESPN?
Yes. ESPN will televise coverage from 10 a.m. to noon ET on Thursday, August 20, and Friday, August 21. PGA TOUR LIVE will also stream the tournament through the ESPN App.
Can I watch the BMW Championship on Paramount+?
Weekend CBS coverage is expected to stream on Paramount+, subject to plan and regional availability.
When is the final round?
The final round will be played on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Who won the previous BMW Championship?
Scottie Scheffler enters the 2026 edition as the defending champion.
How can international viewers watch?
Broadcast rights vary by country. International viewers should consult the PGA TOUR’s local broadcast listings or their regional sports provider.
Broadcast times and streaming availability may change. Check the official PGA TOUR broadcast announcement and PGA TOUR schedule for the latest updates.