LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A big change is coming to the 152nd running of the Kentucky Oaks in 2026.
Churchill Downs announced on Thursday the Oaks will air during primetime at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.
“We are excited to present the Kentucky Oaks in primetime for the first time ever,” said Jon Miller, the president of Acquisitions and Partnerships at NBC Sports. “With the Oaks on Friday night leading into the Kentucky Derby on the first Saturday in May, we can’t wait to get back to Churchill Downs for another historic weekend of racing.”…