The night before the 2026 Kentucky Derby occurs, the Kentucky Oaks is taking place at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. This is the 152nd annual Kentucky Oaks, as the race began in 1875.
The two favorites to win this race are Zany and Percy’s Bar, both of which are currently 9/2. My Miss Me, Bottle of Rouge, and Bella Ballerina were previously supposed to compete in the Kentucky Oaks but had to withdraw. Check out viewing information for the 2026 Kentucky Oaks below.
For more information on how to bet on this weekend’s events, we have you covered right here.
When is the 2026 Kentucky Oaks?
The 2026 Kentucky Oaks is taking place on Friday, May 1, one day before the Kentucky Derby.
How to watch?
Coverage for the 152nd Kentucky Oaks will be available on NBC and Peacock.
What time is it?
The day begins at 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET on Peacock and NBCSSN, then continues at 4:00 p.m. ET with the main broadcast. The main race for the Kentucky Oaks has a post time of 8:40 p.m. ET.
