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After withdrawing from his bid for a second term in the White House, President Joe Biden will “campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz” at the Democratic National Convention. The four-day event begins in Chicago on August 19, and Harris and Walz are expected to accept their party’s nomination to run.
The co-chairs of this year’s convention are Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu, New Jersey Senator Cory Booker and Texas Representative Veronica Escobar. Hollywood stars selected to host the 2024 DNC include Kerry Washington and Mindy Kaling, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus will moderate a daytime panel on the third day of the convention that will spotlight U.S. female governors.
The four-day 2024 DNC will be broadcast live by ABC, CBS News, CNN, CSPAN, Fox News, MSNBC, NBC News, NewsNation, PBS and other local and national cable networks. Those who want to stream the convention on TV for free can do so with a trial subscription to select live TV streaming services, including DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and Sling.
At a glance: How to stream the DNC online
- When 19-22 August
- Channels ABC, CBS News, CNN, CSPAN, Fox News, MSNBC, NBC News, NewsNation, PBS
- Stream online DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Max (CNN only), Paramount+ (CBS only), Peacock (NBC only), Sling
Read on to learn more about the 2024 DNC, including information on online streaming with and without a traditional cable subscription.
When and where will the DNC 2024 take place?
The speeches and main program of the 2024 Democratic National Convention will take place from Monday, August 19, to Thursday, August 22, at the United Center in Chicago. According to the DNC, each day will have a theme: “For the People,” “A Bold Vision for America’s Future,” “A Fight for Our Freedoms,” and “For Our Future.”
Morning press conferences will be held daily at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET, and most main event newscasts will begin between 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET. For the full schedule, visit Demconvention.com.
Only delegates, volunteers and other invited guests may attend the 2024 DNC.
Who will speak at the 2024 DNC?
In addition to Biden, Harris and Walz, speakers at the 2024 DNC are expected to include Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Jason Carter (grandson of President Jimmy Carter). Additional speakers are expected to be announced; visit the Democratic National Convention website for more information.
DNC 2024: Will Beyoncé and Taylor Swift be among the artists?
There is much speculation about whether Beyoncé and Taylor Swift will publicly endorse Kamala Harris for president and whether either will appear at the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Outside of the convention, Chicago will host over 100 events with headliners such as John Legend, Billy Porter, Jon Stewart, Octavia Spencer and others.
When will Kamala Harris accept the nomination?
Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to accept the Democratic presidential nomination on August 22 during the main telecast, which begins at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET.
How to watch the DNC online without cable
Live TV streaming services like DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling offer access to cable news channels covering the 2024 Democratic National Convention, including ABC, CBS News, CNN, CSPAN, Fox News, MSNBC, NBC News, NewsNation, PBS, and others. Max subscribers can stream CNN live, Peacock supports live streaming of NBC with its Premium Plus package, and the Paramount+ with Showtime package offers live access to CBS online.
Traditional cable TV and streaming cable subscribers can also watch online on the websites or apps of most national cable providers (such as ABC.com, CBS.com, MSNBC.com and NBC.com) by logging in with their TV provider’s credentials, including DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Verizon, Xfinity and others.
The DNC will also livestream select events on its social media channels, including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X, Twitch and Prime Video.
Read below to learn more ways to stream the 2024 DNC online, including for free.
best streaming service overall
DirecTV Stream
Packages starting at $69.99 per month
Watch live coverage of the 2024 DNC on ABC, CNN, CSPAN, MSNBC, NBC and other cable news channels online for free with a five-day free trial of DirecTV Stream, which starts at $69.99 per month for the entry-level entertainment package. The live TV streaming service also offers on-demand content and more than 75 other channels, including Disney Channel, E!, MTV, Nickelodeon and others. Other plans offer over 105-150 channels, with prices ranging from $89.99 to $159.99 per month.
For a limited time, new subscribers can also save up to $240; learn more here.
Best value for money
Fubo
Packages starting at $79.99 per month
Watch ABC, CBS, CNN, CSPAN, Fox, MSNBC and NBC, plus 170+ other channels with a subscription to Fubo, which starts at $79.99 per month for the Pro package. You can record over 1,000 hours of TV shows, movies and games (including Monday, Thursday and Sunday night football) to watch later on your smartphone, tablet or TV.
Other plans include the Elite package (255 channels for $89.99 monthly) and the Premier package with 264 channels, NFL RedZone, Showtime, and 4K quality for $99.99 monthly. The online TV streaming service offers new subscribers a seven-day trial, so you can technically watch the 2024 Democratic National Convention online for free during that time.
best live tv streaming package
Hulu + Live TV
Packages starting at $76.99 per month
Watch coverage of the 2024 DNC on Hulu + Live TV (starting at $76.99 monthly), which offers a three-day free trial and is bundled with Disney+ and ESPN+. The subscriptions, which are available with or without ads, let you stream ABC, CBS, CSPAN, CNN, Fox News, NBC, MSNBC, and 90 other major cable channels for news, entertainment, and sports. You’ll also get access to live streaming and events on ESPN+, like UFC Fight Night, PGA golf, soccer, and baseball. Get even more sports with the Sports Add-On package ($9.99 per month), which includes NFL RedZone, Tennis Channel, MAVTV, TVG, and more.
best for streaming NBC
peacock
Packages starting at $5.99 per month
As the streaming home of NBC, you can watch the 2024 DNC online without cable with a subscription to Peacock’s ad-free Premium Plus package. The package costs $11.99 per month ($119.99 per year) and includes streaming access to your local NBC channel, more than 80,000 hours of movies and TV shows, and the ability to download select titles and watch offline.
Best for Prime members
Prime Video
Prime Video will stream all four nights of the Democratic National Convention from 3:30 p.m. PT/5:30 p.m. ET to 8 p.m. PT/11 p.m. ET. An Amazon Prime membership ($14.99 per month or $139 annually) or a subscription to the standalone Prime Video streaming service ($8.99 per month) is required.
Cheapest streaming service
loop
Packages on offer starting from $22.50 per month
With Sling’s Blue plan (normally $45 per month) and the combined Orange & Blue package (normally $60 monthly), you can watch coverage of the 2024 Democratic National Convention on Fox News, NBC, CNN, MSNBC, and more than 40 other channels, and record up to 50 hours of content and stream it on up to three devices. Sling offers DVR, so you can record shows and watch them later offline.
The streamer is currently offering new subscribers up to 50% off their first month, bringing the price down to $20-$30 for the individual Orange and Blue packages ($40-$45 monthly) or $30 for the combined Orange and Blue package (normally $60 monthly). Note that you’ll need to hook up an HD antenna and an AirTV device if you want to receive local channels on your Sling service. Learn more here.
