Peacock Premium and Premium Plus both carry Olympic events

Both Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus include access to Olympic coverage when NBC broadcasts the Games. The difference between the two plans is not Olympics—it is ads and offline downloads. Premium includes ads during playback; Premium Plus removes ads and lets you read shows to watch without internet. Neither plan costs extra for Olympic events; they are part of your regular subscription.

The free Peacock Free tier does not include Olympic coverage. If you want to watch the Games on Peacock, you need at least a Premium subscription.

Olympic coverage on Peacock changes based on which Games are happening and when. NBC holds the U.S. broadcast rights, and Peacock streams the events that NBC shows. During Summer and Winter Olympics, Peacock typically offers live streams of events, replays, and highlights—though the exact lineup depends on the broadcast schedule NBC sets.

Key Takeaways

  • Peacock Premium and Premium Plus both include Olympic events at no extra cost when the Games air.
  • The free Peacock tier does not carry Olympic coverage; you must pay for at least Premium.
  • Premium includes ads; Premium Plus removes ads and adds offline downloads for the same events.
  • Olympic content on Peacock follows NBC's broadcast schedule, so available events and timing vary by year.

What you get with Premium versus Premium Plus

Both paid plans unlock the same Olympic events and the same full Peacock library. The choice between them comes down to two things: whether you want to skip ads and whether you want to read content.

Peacock Premium costs less per month and includes all Olympic streams, live events, replays, and highlights. You will see ads during playback, and you cannot read shows to watch offline. This plan works well if you are comfortable with ads or plan to stream while connected to the internet.

Peacock Premium Plus removes ads from most content and lets you read episodes and events to your device. You can then watch them without an internet connection—useful if you travel or want to watch Olympics offline. Premium Plus costs more per month than Premium, but the Olympic content itself is identical.

How Olympic coverage works on Peacock

When the Summer or Winter Olympics happen, NBC broadcasts events across its channels and platforms. Peacock streams many of those same events live, plus replays and highlight packages. You can usually find Olympic content in a dedicated section on the Peacock home screen during the Games.

Not every Olympic event appears on Peacock—NBC decides which sports and matches to broadcast, and Peacock carries those broadcasts. Popular sports like gymnastics, swimming, track and field, and ice skating typically get heavy coverage. Less-watched sports may have fewer live streams or only replays available.

The schedule changes day to day during the Games. Peacock shows live events as they happen, then adds replays so you can watch on your own time. If you miss a live stream, you can usually find a replay in the Olympics section within hours.

Checking if Olympics are currently on Peacock

Olympic events are only on Peacock when the Games are actually happening. The Summer Olympics occur every four years (most recently in 2024), and the Winter Olympics happen every four years on a different schedule (most recently in 2022). Between Games, there are no Olympic events to watch on Peacock.

To see if Olympics are currently streaming, open Peacock and look at the home screen. During the Games, there is usually a dedicated Olympics section or banner at the top. If you do not see one, the Games are not currently on. You can also search "Olympics" in the Peacock search bar to see what Olympic content is available right now.

Switching between Premium and Premium Plus

If you start with Premium and later want to remove ads or add downloads, you can upgrade to Premium Plus anytime. Log into your Peacock account, go to Account Settings, and select your subscription plan. Peacock will charge you the difference for the remainder of your billing cycle.

You can also downgrade from Premium Plus to Premium if you decide the extra features are not worth the cost. The change takes effect at the start of your next billing cycle, so you will keep Premium Plus until then.

Other ways to watch Olympics on NBC platforms

Peacock is not the only place to watch Olympics on NBC. The main NBC channel broadcasts prime-time Olympic events on cable and over-the-air TV. CNBC, USA Network, and other NBC-owned channels also show specific sports during the Games.

If you have a cable or satellite TV subscription that includes NBC, you can watch those broadcasts on your TV. If you want to stream from your phone or computer without Peacock, you can use the NBC app or NBC.com—though you will need to sign in with a cable or satellite TV account to access most content there. Peacock is the main streaming home for Olympics on NBC, but it is not the only option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to pay extra to watch Olympics on Peacock?

No. If you already have Peacock Premium or Premium Plus, Olympic events are included at no extra cost. You only need a paid Peacock subscription—the free tier does not carry Olympics.

Can I watch Olympics on Peacock Free?

No. Peacock Free does not include Olympic coverage. You need at least Peacock Premium to watch the Games.

Will Premium Plus let me read Olympic events to watch offline?

Yes. Premium Plus includes offline downloads, so you can read Olympic replays and highlights to your phone or tablet and watch them without internet. Premium does not offer this feature.

What if I only want to watch Olympics and do not care about other Peacock content?

You still need a Peacock Premium subscription to access Olympics. Peacock does not offer a plan that includes only Olympic events. However, Premium includes thousands of other shows and movies, so you get access to the full library along with the Games.

When are the next Olympics on Peacock?

The next Summer Olympics will be in 2028 in Los Angeles. The next Winter Olympics will be in 2026 in Italy. Peacock will carry NBC's broadcasts of both Games when they happen.