The 2026 Preakness Stakes takes place on Saturday, May 16, at Laurel Park in Maryland, with the featured race scheduled for approximately 6:50 p.m. ET. As the second leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown, the Preakness Stakes is expected to draw national attention with top horses competing for one of the sport’s biggest prizes.
Fans in the United States can watch the race live on NBC, while early coverage will air on CNBC. Streaming options are also available for viewers looking to watch online.
Where to Watch the 2026 Preakness Stakes
TV Channels
- NBC
- CNBC (early coverage)
Live Streaming Options
- Peacock
- NBCSports.com
Peacock subscribers can stream the full race coverage live across supported devices, including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and desktop browsers.
2026 Preakness Stakes Start Time
- Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Time: Approximately 6:50 p.m. ET
- Venue: Laurel Park
- Location: Maryland
Preakness Stakes Continues Triple Crown Journey
The Preakness Stakes serves as the second race in the Triple Crown series, following the Kentucky Derby and leading into the Belmont Stakes. The event often plays a major role in determining whether a horse remains in contention for the coveted Triple Crown title.
With national TV coverage, online streaming access, and a packed day of racing festivities, fans will have several ways to watch the 2026 Preakness Stakes live on Saturday.