Watch The 2016 Kentucky Oaks At Churchill Downs Online (Live Stream)

Saturday is the big day at Churchill Downs, but don’t sleep on Friday. That’s when Kentucky Derby weekend kicks off in earnest with the Kentucky Oaks.

The 3-year-old thoroughbred fillies will be out in force for the annual race first run in 1875 and carrying a $1 million purse.

Of course, the Oaks isn’t the only race scheduled for Friday. In all, there are 12 races beginning at 10:30 a.m. ET. Coverage begins on NBC Sports Network at noon and also can be seen online.

Here’s how to watch online coverage of the Kentucky Oaks.

When: Friday, May 6, at noon ET
Live stream: NBC Sports Live Extra