Finding a reliable list of upcoming sports events and channel listings can take time and effort. So, we compiled our own TV sports schedule featuring the year’s most coveted events in professional and college athletics.
If you’re a multisport watcher, you know how easy it can be to lose track of certain leagues and events—especially when seasons overlap.
Stay up to date with the 2024 sports calendar with our table below.
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2024 sports schedule
Event | Start date | Time (ET) | Sport | How to watch |
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NHL Winter Classic | January 1 | 3:00 p.m. | Hockey | TNT, Max |
College Football National Championship | January 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Football | ESPN |
Australia Open | January 14 | Various | Tennis | ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+, Tennis Channel |
NBA on MLK Day | January 15 | Various | Basketball | TNT, NBA TV, NBA League Pass |
NHL All-Star Game | February 3 | 3:00 p.m. | Hockey | ABC, ESPN+ |
NFL Pro Bowl Games | February 4 | Various | Football | ESPN, ABC, ESPN+, Disney XD |
Super Bowl LVIII | February 11 | 6:30 p.m. | Football | CBS, Paramount+ |
NHL Stadium Series | February 17 | Various | Hockey | ABC, ESPN+ |
Daytona 500 | February 18 | 2:30 p.m. | Auto racing | FOX |
NBA All-Star Game | February 18 | 8:00 p.m. | Basketball | TNT, TBS |
EFL Carabao Cup Final | February 25 | 10:00 a.m. | Soccer | ESPN+ |
NWSL Challenge Cup | March 15 | 8:00 p.m. | Soccer | Prime Video |
Women’s NCAA Basketball Championship Game | April 7 | 3:00 p.m. | Basketball | ABC |
Men’s NCAA Basketball Championship Game | April 8 | 9:20 p.m. | Basketball | TBS |
Masters Tournament | April 8 | Various | Golf | ESPN, ESPN+, CBS, Paramount+ |
NFL Draft | April 25 | Various | Football | ABC, ESPN, NFL Network |
Giro d'Italia | May 4 | Various | Cycling | B/R Sports on Max |
Kentucky Derby | May 4 | TBA | Horse racing | NBC, Peacock |
Indianapolis 500 | May 26 | 11:00 a.m. | Auto racing | NBC, Peacock, UNIVERSO |
UEFA Champions League Final | June 1 | 2:00 p.m. | Soccer | CBS, Paramount+ |
UEFA Euro | June 14 | Various | Soccer | FOX, FS1, FS2 |
24 Hours of Le Mans | June 15 | 10:00 a.m. | Auto racing | MOTOR TREND, B/R Sports on Max |
Tour de France | June 29 | Various | Cycling | Peacock |
The Wimbledon Championships | July 1 | Various | Tennis | ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+ |
MLB All-Star Game | July 16 | TBA | Baseball | FOX, Fox Deportes |
Summer Olympics (Paris 2024) | July 26 | Various | Multisport | NBC, Peacock, CNBC, USA Network |
Vuelta a España | August 17 | Various | Cycling | Peacock, CNBC |
The U.S. Open Tennis Championships | August 26 | Various | Tennis | ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+ |
Presidents Cup | September 24 | Various | Golf | NBC, Golf Channel |
Football on Thanksgiving | November 28 | Various | Football | Various |
NBA on Christmas Day | December 25 | Various | Basketball | ABC, ESPN |
Premier League on Boxing Day | December 26 | Various | Soccer | USA Network, Peacock |
Data effective as of post date.
2025 sports schedule
Okay, 2025 may seem far off. But for those who like planning well in advance, here’s a quick look at some of that year’s most alluring sporting events.
Event | Start date | Time (ET) | Sport | How to watch |
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Super Bowl LIX | February 9, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. | Football | FOX, Fox Deportes |
Daytona 500 | February 16, 2025 | TBA | Auto racing | TBA |
FIFA Club World Cup | June 15, 2025 | Various | Soccer | TBA |
UEFA Women’s Euro | July 2, 2025 | Various | Soccer | TBA |
Ryder Cup | September 2025 | Various | Golf | NBC, Peacock, Golf Channel |
Data effective as of post date.
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What sports are happening this spring?
Some of the most important sports events take place this spring. March ushers in the NCAA Basketball Tournament, but there’s also MLB Opening Day and the UFL inaugural kickoff. The rest of spring includes some of our favorite events—including the Masters Tournament, NBA Playoffs, NFL Draft, and Kentucky Derby.
What’s the biggest sports event in the U.S.?
Many NFL games are among the most-watched sports events in the U.S., with the Super Bowl taking the top spot. Other popular sports events on TV include the College Football National Championship, the Final Four of March Madness, and the Kentucky Derby.
What sport has the longest calendar season?
MLB has one of the longest calendars in major league sports, with teams playing 162 games during the regular season. But other sports like the PGA Tour, ATP Tour, and NASCAR have shorter offseasons. Also, combat sports like UFC and Bellator MMA happen year-round with no set seasons.
What athletic event is held every four years?
Several marquee sports events happen every four years, like the FIFA World Cup, Summer Olympics, and Winter Olympics. Other events like the Ryder Cup and World Baseball Classic are also non-annual.