The 2026 BMW Championship is next up in the FedEx Cup Playoffs, and golf fans already want to know exactly where to watch every round. The second of three playoff events heads to Bellerive Country Club in St. Louis from Thursday, August 20 through Sunday, August 23.
Scottie Scheffler captured his 21st PGA Tour title at the FedEx St. Jude Championship last week and now leads a loaded field into Missouri. The points on offer this week will go a long way toward deciding who reaches the Tour Championship. Here’s the complete TV schedule, streaming options, and channel guide for the 2026 BMW Championship.
2026 BMW Championship TV Schedule and Times
All times Eastern.
Thursday, August 20 – First Round
- 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.: PGA Tour Live on ESPN+
- 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.: ESPN
- 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Golf Channel
- 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.: PGA Tour Radio on SiriusXM
Friday, August 21 – Second Round
- 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.: PGA Tour Live on ESPN+
- 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.: ESPN
- 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Golf Channel
- 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.: PGA Tour Radio on SiriusXM
Saturday, August 22 – Third Round
- 9:15 a.m. – 6 p.m.: PGA Tour Live on ESPN+
- 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Golf Channel
- 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.: CBS / Paramount+
- 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.: PGA Tour Radio on SiriusXM
Sunday, August 23 – Final Round
- 9:15 a.m. – 6 p.m.: PGA Tour Live on ESPN+
- 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Golf Channel
- 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.: CBS / Paramount+
- 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.: PGA Tour Radio on SiriusXM
How to Stream the 2026 BMW Championship
ESPN+ PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ remains the most complete option. Expect eight-plus hours of coverage each day with multiple featured groups and featured-hole feeds. This is the place for early-morning and mid-day action that traditional TV often skips.
Golf Channel Afternoon windows on Thursday and Friday plus early weekend coverage. Available via the Golf Channel app and most traditional cable or satellite packages.
CBS and Paramount+ The primary weekend broadcasts move to CBS beginning at 3 p.m. ET on both Saturday and Sunday. Those windows also stream on the CBS Sports app and Paramount+.
ESPN Early-round live coverage returns on Thursday and Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon ET.
Radio PGA Tour Radio on SiriusXM covers the action daily for listeners who prefer audio.
Why This Week Matters
The BMW Championship is the second leg of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Only the top 30 players after this event advance to the Tour Championship in Atlanta. Every point carries extra weight. A strong week can lock in a player’s position; a poor one can push someone out of the final field.
Bellerive Country Club previously hosted the 2018 PGA Championship. The course rewards accurate driving and solid iron play, and the greens can get firm under late-summer conditions. Players who control their ball flight and manage the par-4s will have an edge.
Quick Viewing Tips
- Start with ESPN+ if you want the longest continuous coverage and multiple camera angles.
- Switch to Golf Channel for the Thursday and Friday afternoon windows.
- Make sure you have Paramount+ or a CBS affiliate locked in for the weekend.
- Early-round featured groups on ESPN+ often include the biggest names before the main TV windows begin.
The 2026 BMW Championship offers four days of high-stakes golf as the FedEx Cup race tightens. Whether you follow every shot on PGA Tour Live or catch the weekend drama on CBS, the coverage options cover nearly every hour of play.
Mark the times, pick your platform, and settle in. The next chapter of the playoffs starts Thursday morning at Bellerive.
FAQ
What channel is the 2026 BMW Championship on? ESPN and Golf Channel handle early rounds. CBS takes over the primary weekend broadcasts on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
How can I stream the 2026 BMW Championship? ESPN+ offers full PGA Tour Live coverage every day. Weekend rounds also stream on Paramount+ and the CBS Sports app. Golf Channel coverage is available via its app.
What time does coverage start each day? PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ begins at 10 a.m. ET Thursday and Friday and 9:15 a.m. ET on the weekend. Main network windows start later in the day.
Where is the 2026 BMW Championship being played? Bellerive Country Club in St. Louis, Missouri.
