The 152nd Kentucky Derby runs on Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs. The full field is set, post positions are drawn and morning line odds are locked in. This page has the free printable Kentucky Derby 2026 program PDF you can download, print and bring to your Derby party or living room.
The one-page program has all 20 horses, post positions, trainers, jockeys, morning line odds and the full race day schedule on a single clean sheet.
Download in A4 or US Letter size, print on standard paper, and you are ready for Derby Day.
152nd Kentucky Derby 2026: At a Glance
- Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
- Race: 152nd Kentucky Derby
- Venue: Churchill Downs, Louisville, Kentucky
- Post Time: Approximately 6:57 PM ET
- Distance: 1¼ miles
- Field Size: 20 horses
- Purse: $5 million total ($3.1 million to winner)
- TV Coverage: NBC & Peacock
- Gates Open: 9:00 AM ET
- First Race: 11:00 AM ET (FanDuel TV)
Download the Free Kentucky Derby 2026 Program PDF
The PDF is a clean, one-page program built for race day use. It is free, has no watermark and prints sharp on color or black and white printers. Choose your preferred paper size below.
- Download the Kentucky Derby 2026 Program PDF (A4)
- Download the Kentucky Derby 2026 Program PDF (US Letter)
What you get inside the program:
- All 20 horses with post positions in starting gate order
- Trainer and jockey for each horse
- Morning line odds set by Churchill Downs oddsmaker Nick Tammaro
- Full Derby Day broadcast schedule across every network
- Twin Spires and rose decorations for authentic Derby feel
- Quick Facts header with date, venue, post time, distance and TV channels
- Blank PICK column to write your selections before each race
The file is a single page PDF under 10 KB. It opens in any browser, on any phone or tablet, and prints cleanly on standard A4 or US Letter paper.
Kentucky Derby 2026 Horses, Post Positions and Morning Line Odds
The post position draw took place Saturday, April 25 at Churchill Downs. New Churchill Downs oddsmaker Nick Tammaro set the morning line odds right after the draw, his first Kentucky Derby in that role following the retirement of Mike Battaglia.
Here is the full field for the 152nd Kentucky Derby in starting gate order.
| Post | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | M/L Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Renegade | Todd Pletcher | Irad Ortiz Jr. | 4-1 |
| 2 | Albus | Riley Mott | Manny Franco | 30-1 |
| 3 | Intrepido | Jeff Mullins | Hector Berrios | 50-1 |
| 4 | Litmus Test | Bob Baffert | Martin Garcia | 30-1 |
| 5 | Right to Party | Kenny McPeek | Chris Elliott | 30-1 |
| 6 | Commandment | Brad Cox | Luis Saez | 6-1 |
| 7 | Danon Bourbon | Manabu Ikezoe | Atsuya Nishimura | 20-1 |
| 8 | So Happy | Mark Glatt | Mike Smith | 15-1 |
| 9 | The Puma | Gustavo Delgado | Javier Castellano | 10-1 |
| 10 | Wonder Dean | Daisuke Takayanagi | Ryusei Sakai | 30-1 |
| 11 | Incredibolt | Riley Mott | Jaime Torres | 20-1 |
| 12 | Chief Wallabee | Bill Mott | Junior Alvarado | 8-1 |
| 13 | Silent Tactic | Mark Casse | Cristian Torres | 20-1 |
| 14 | Potente | Bob Baffert | Juan Hernandez | 20-1 |
| 15 | Emerging Market | Chad Brown | Flavien Prat | 15-1 |
| 16 | Pavlovian | Doug O’Neill | Edwin Maldonado | 30-1 |
| 17 | Six Speed | Bhupat Seemar | Brian Hernandez Jr. | 50-1 |
| 18 | Further Ado | Brad Cox | John Velazquez | 6-1 |
| 19 | Golden Tempo | Cherie Devaux | Jose Ortiz | 30-1 |
| 20 | Fulleffort | Brad Cox | Tyler Gaffalione | 20-1 |
Renegade is the morning line favorite at 4-1 from the rail. Commandment and Further Ado are tied at 6-1 as co-second choices. Chief Wallabee, trained by 2025 Derby winner Bill Mott with Junior Alvarado in the saddle, sits at 8-1. The Puma rounds out the top tier at 10-1. One storyline worth watching: Brian Hernandez Jr., the 2024 Derby winner aboard Mystik Dan, has the mount on Six Speed from Post 17.
For the full breakdown on each contender with prep race form, post position history and trainer notes, check our printable list of Kentucky Derby 2026 horses.
Kentucky Derby Day Race Schedule and TV Coverage
Derby Day at Churchill Downs runs 14 races. The Kentucky Derby is Race 12 with a post time of approximately 6:57 PM ET. Gates open at 9:00 AM and the first race goes off at 11:00 AM. Here is the official broadcast schedule for the day.
| Time (ET) | Coverage | Network |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | Gates Open | — |
| 11:00 AM | First Post (Race 1) | FanDuel TV |
| 10:30 AM – Noon | Early Races | FanDuel TV |
| Noon – 2:30 PM | Derby Undercard Races | Peacock & NBCSN |
| 2:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Main Derby Coverage | NBC & Peacock |
| 6:57 PM | Kentucky Derby (Race 12) | NBC & Peacock |
| 7:30 PM | Final Race | FanDuel TV |
NBC and Peacock anchor the main broadcast for over four hours of build-up coverage before the Kentucky Derby itself. Peacock streams every race on the card from morning through night. FanDuel TV is the only network carrying the early morning races and the post-Derby final race, available free with a FanDuel account.
How to Use Your Kentucky Derby 2026 Program
The program is built for actual race day use. Print it once and it covers your entire Derby Day.
Print it. Use A4 or US Letter paper, portrait orientation. Color or black and white both look clean. Pick the paper size that matches what you have at home or at the office.
Hand a copy to every guest. A printed program turns a casual gathering into a real Derby party. Guests can follow the field and feel part of the action.
Track each race. The blank PICK column lets you write your top selection before each race goes off. Circle the actual finisher after the race and see how you did.
Keep it as a souvenir. A printed Derby program from race day is a keepsake. Tuck it away after the race and pull it out next May when the new field is announced.
Pair it with a Derby party. A program plus a Mint Julep, a hat and a few friends is the simplest Derby setup that works every year.
Free Printable Program vs Official Churchill Downs Program
There are two main ways to get a Kentucky Derby program. The free printable on this page works for most fans. The official Churchill Downs program is a different product aimed at serious horseplayers and collectors. Here is how they compare.
| Feature | Free Printable (This Page) | Official Churchill Downs Program |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $15 per program plus shipping |
| Pages | 1 page | About 120 pages full color |
| Past performances | Summary | Full Brisnet past performances |
| Delivery | Instant download | Shipped via FedEx |
| Order deadline | None | April 26 (closed for 2026) |
| Best for | Derby parties, casual fans | Serious bettors, collectors |
The official program ships in a minimum order of five copies and went to print right after the post position draw. It has full past performances for the entire 14-race card and feature articles on Derby history. If you want full Brisnet past performances for serious handicapping, the official program is what you order each year before the deadline.
For everyone else, the free printable on this page covers what you actually need on race day.
Where to Watch the Kentucky Derby and Undercard Races
Different races on Derby Day air on different networks. Here is what you need to know to catch every race from first post to final race.
Race 1 (11:00 AM ET) and early races: FanDuel TV. Free with a FanDuel account, no deposit required. Available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV and mobile.
Derby undercard (Noon to 2:30 PM ET): Peacock and NBCSN. Peacock subscription is $10.99 per month and streams every race on the card.
Kentucky Derby and main coverage (2:30 PM to 7:30 PM ET): NBC and Peacock. NBC is free over the air with a digital antenna or through cable, satellite and streaming services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream.
Final race after the Derby (7:30 PM ET): FanDuel TV.
For viewers outside the United States, Peacock is geo-restricted. A VPN connected to a US server lets travelers access their existing Peacock subscription from abroad.
2026 Kentucky Derby Program FAQ
Quick answers to the most common questions about the Kentucky Derby 2026 program PDF, the official Churchill Downs program, and Derby Day printables.
Where can I download a free Kentucky Derby program PDF?
You can download the free Kentucky Derby 2026 program PDF right on this page in either A4 or US Letter size. It includes the full 20-horse field, post positions, morning line odds, jockeys, trainers and the Derby Day broadcast schedule on a single page. Just click the download button above and print it.
Is the official Kentucky Derby program available as a PDF?
No. The official Churchill Downs Kentucky Derby program is a printed souvenir program shipped by FedEx, not a PDF. It costs $15 per copy with a minimum order of five and is available only by mail order through publications.churchilldowns.com. The 2026 order deadline was April 26. The free printable program on this page is the closest free PDF alternative for Derby Day.
What size paper should I print the Derby program on?
The program is available in two formats: A4 (standard international size, 210 by 297 mm) and US Letter (8.5 by 11 inches). Pick whichever matches your printer. Print in portrait orientation. Both color and black and white prints look clean.
Does the printable program include past performances?
The printable program includes summary info for every horse: post position, trainer, jockey and morning line odds. For full Brisnet past performances with workouts, race history and speed figures, Brisnet and DRF typically release free past performance PDFs in the days leading up to the race. The official Churchill Downs program also includes full past performances for the entire card.
When is the Kentucky Derby 2026?
The 152nd Kentucky Derby is on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Post time is approximately 6:57 PM ET. NBC and Peacock carry the live broadcast.
How many horses are in the Kentucky Derby 2026?
Twenty horses are in the starting gate for the 152nd Kentucky Derby. Up to four also-eligibles can draw in if a horse from the main field scratches before 9:00 AM on race day.
Where can I watch Race 1 at 11:00 AM ET?
Race 1 and the other early Derby Day races air on FanDuel TV from 10:30 AM to noon ET. FanDuel TV is free with a FanDuel account on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV and mobile devices. Peacock also streams every race of the day, including Race 1, with a paid subscription.
Can I share the printable program with friends?
Yes. The PDF is free to download and print for personal use. Print as many copies as you need for your Derby Day gathering. Hand them out to guests so everyone has the field and the schedule in front of them.
The Kentucky Derby 2026 is one week away. Download the free printable program in A4 or US Letter size, print enough copies for your party and get ready for the most exciting two minutes in sports on Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs.