How to Watch the 2026 Indy 500: Channel, Time, and Streaming

Where to Watch the Indy 500

FOX is the exclusive US broadcast home of the Indy 500 in 2026. That means you have more options than usual — FOX is a broadcast network, not a cable channel, so you don't need a pricey TV package to find it.

• Antenna (free): If you live within range of a FOX affiliate, an over-the-air HD antenna is the cheapest way in.
• fuboTV: Carries FOX in every US market FOX licenses to streamers. Sports-first lineup; offers a free trial.
• YouTube TV: FOX included in the base plan.
• Hulu + Live TV: FOX included in the base plan.
• Sling TV — Blue plan: FOX is included in select markets only. Check your ZIP before subscribing.
• DirecTV Stream: FOX is on the Entertainment tier and above.
• FOX Sports app / FOXSports.com: Live stream of the FOX broadcast with a participating TV-provider login.

One thing to know about Sling: FOX is geographically restricted on Sling's plans. If you're using Sling specifically for the race, double-check your local availability — the race-day no-FOX surprise is a common one.

Starting Grid — Top 11

Palou earned pole on the second day of qualifying after rain washed out Saturday's session. Here's the front of the field as it lines up Sunday:

The Fast Six are the first two rows: Palou, Rossi, Malukas, then Rosenqvist, Ferrucci, and O'Ward. Pre-race coverage on FOX leads into the green flag at noon Eastern.

The Rest of Memorial Day Weekend Racing

The Indy 500 anchors the calendar, but it's not the only race on Sunday. Two more events round out one of the biggest motorsports days of the year:

• NASCAR Cup Series — Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Sun · 6:00 PM EDT
  On: Prime Video, HBO Max Streaming: Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max
• Premier League Final Matchday — all 10 games kick off together Sun · 11:00 AM EDT
  On: Peacock, USA Network, CNBC, NBC Streaming: Peacock, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, fuboTV, Sling Blue, DirecTV Stream

If you want a full motorsports double-header, the Coca-Cola 600 picks up six hours after the Indy 500 green flag — and runs on a completely different set of platforms (Prime Video + HBO Max instead of broadcast TV). If you're streaming both, you'll need access to both bundles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What channel is the Indy 500 on in 2026? FOX, nationally. This is FOX's second year as the exclusive broadcaster of the Indianapolis 500.

What time does the Indy 500 start? Green flag is 12:00 PM Eastern. FOX's pre-race coverage runs ahead of that on the same channel.

Can I watch the Indy 500 without cable? Yes. An over-the-air antenna picks up FOX free in most US markets, or you can stream via fuboTV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling Blue (in select markets), or DirecTV Stream.

Is the Indy 500 on Peacock? No. Peacock streams the NTT IndyCar Series races NBC carries during the season, but FOX has held the Indy 500 broadcast since 2025.

How long does the Indy 500 last? Plan for roughly three to four hours of live coverage, depending on cautions and weather. The race itself is 200 laps / 500 miles.