where to watch reds opening day
Opening Day for the Cincinnati Reds in 2026 can be watched on local TV, regional cable/satellite sports channels, and via MLB’s new Reds streaming setup, with out-of-market fans able to use MLB.TV.
TV and cable options (in-market)
If you’re in the Reds’ home TV territory (greater Cincinnati/southern Ohio and surrounding region):
- Local over-the-air: The 2026 Opening Day game is being carried on a local Fox affiliate in Cincinnati (channel WXIX/Fox 19), available free with an antenna.
- Spectrum cable: Look for the dedicated “MLB Cincinnati Reds” channels 304 and 1304 in the Cincinnati-area lineup.
- DIRECTV: Reds games are on regional sports channel 661 for the Cincinnati market.
In 2026, the Reds moved away from their previous regional sports network model and are working with MLB to produce and distribute broadcasts, but those channels above are how Opening Day is actually delivered to fans on TV.
Quick viewing table (in-market)
| Platform | Where to find Reds Opening Day |
|---|---|
| Local antenna (Cincinnati) | Fox 19 / WXIX carrying Reds Opening Day free over the air. |
| Spectrum (Cincinnati area) | “MLB Cincinnati Reds” channels 304 and 1304. |
| DIRECTV (Reds territory) | Regional sports channel 661. |
Streaming in-market: REDS.TV
For 2026, the Reds and MLB launched REDS.TV as the primary streaming option in the team’s home territory.
- You can stream all locally distributed Reds games, including Opening Day, on REDS.TV.
- Access is through participating cable/satellite providers or by getting a dedicated REDS.TV subscription.
- Pricing: a streaming Season Pass runs about 99.99 for 2026, with a monthly option around 19.99 and a 7‑day free trial for new signups.
- You access it via the MLB app or web by authenticating your TV provider or subscribing directly to REDS.TV.
Watching out of market
If you’re outside the Reds’ home TV territory:
- Use MLB.TV and choose the Reds as your team (Single Team or All Teams package) to stream non‑blackout Reds games, including Opening Day if it’s not a special national exclusive.
This is usually the cleanest option if you’re not in the Cincinnati region.
Parade and local festivities
If by “where to watch Reds Opening Day” you also mean the Findlay Market Opening Day Parade and related festivities:
- A Cincinnati local station (WLWT 5 in recent seasons) has aired and streamed full parade coverage, available through its app and a companion streaming app for live coverage from noon–2 p.m. Eastern.
- Expect similar local-TV and app coverage tied to the parade and pregame events in 2026 as Opening Day is treated like a city‑wide holiday.
Game basics (2026)
For context on this year’s Opening Day:
- Matchup: Cincinnati Reds vs. Boston Red Sox at Great American Ball Park.
- First pitch time: 4:10 p.m. ET on March 26, 2026.
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