The 2026 Kentucky Derby was held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, with post time around 6:57 PM Eastern Time. This is the standard date pattern for the Derby, which falls on the first Saturday in May each year, a schedule that has been in place since 1932 (except for COVID-related deviations in 2020). If you’re looking for live race coverage, NBC and Peacock carried the broadcast in 2026.[1][2][4][5]
Key details you might want:
- Date: May 2, 2026
- Post time: approximately 6:57 PM ET
- Location: Churchill Downs, Louisville, KY
- Distance: 1 1/4 miles on dirt
- Field cap: 20 horses
- Broadcast: NBC and Peacock[5][1]
Would you like a quick recap of the 2026 field and results, or a link to official Derby Week schedule and viewing options?[10][1]
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