Where to watch the World Darts Championship: TV, live stream, and free options

The PDC World Darts Championship returns to Alexandra Palace in London from 11 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. In the UK, Sky Sports shows the PDC World Darts Championship live, with streaming via Sky Go or Now. In the US, live coverage is on ESPN+ and ESPN2, with PDCTV as an international option. 

This guide covers where to watch the World Darts Championship, focusing only on the tournament, not the separate World Seniors Darts Championship. It includes the broadcasters and streaming platforms, subscription prices, and where to watch highlights online. 

We will also help you watch the championship online while travelling with a Holafly eSIM offering unlimited data, 5G speeds, and 24/7 customer support.

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TL;DR: Where can you watch the World Darts Championship?

Broadcast rights are confirmed season by season. But based on previous years, the broadcasters are usually: 

• UK: Sky Sports has live TV coverage, and you can stream it through Sky Go or Now.
• US: The broadcast rights moved to ESPN under a multi-year deal with the PDC starting with the 2026 season.
• Global: Viewers in countries without exclusive local broadcasting agreements can watch live coverage through PDCTV (PDC.tv) or the PDCTV app, subject to regional blackout restrictions.

Note: PDCTV live streaming is restricted in countries with exclusive broadcasting agreements, including the UK and Ireland (Sky Sports) and the DACH region (DAZN/Sport1). Availability in other countries depends on local broadcasting rights. Restrictions for the 2026/27 championship are yet to be confirmed. Check PDCTV for the latest availability before subscribing.

Where to watch the World Darts Championship in the UK

UK fans have several ways to follow the tournament, from a seat at Alexandra Palace to a pub screen or your phone. Sky Sports holds the UK rights, so live pictures are shown there. There are cheaper and free ways to keep up, too. Here are the main options.

Watch the World Darts Championship in person

The 2026/27 tournament is at Alexandra Palace. This year, the tournament is moved from the West Hall to the Great Hall for the first time. Tickets were allocated by ballot this year, so check the PDC’s official ticketing page for returns. Read more details on our complete PDC World Darts Championship guide. 

• Dates: 11 December 2026 to 3 January 2027
• Venue: Alexandra Palace, Great Hall 
• How to get there: Alexandra Palace is located in North London. You can easily reach the venue via public transit, using local rail stations (Alexandra Palace or Wood Green/Hornsey) or shuttle buses that run during event days. 

Watch on TV with Sky Sports or a TV provider

Sky Sports is the exclusive UK broadcaster of live PDC World Darts Championship coverage. You can watch live coverage through the following options:

• Sky Sports (Darts/Main event): Sky Sports Arena rebrands as Sky Sports Darts for the tournament. Key matches are also shown on Sky Sports Main Event. It requires a Sky TV plan with the Sky Sports pack.
• Sky Sports+: Supplementary coverage, red-button options, and studio features are accessible via Sky Sports+.
• NOW: Stream contract-free using a NOW Sports Day or Month Membership.
• Virgin Media and EE TV: Access channels by adding the Sky Sports HD add-on (Virgin) or NOW Sports Pass (EE TV) to your existing package.

Stream without a TV subscription

NOW is the primary way to stream the PDC World Darts Championship in the UK without a traditional long-term TV cable contract. NOW offers two flexible options for accessing the Sky Sports channels broadcasting the tournament:

• Sports Day Membership (£14.99 one-off): Grants 24-hour access to all Sky Sports channels, ideal for watching a specific day or final session.
• Sports Month Membership (£34.99/month flexible, or £27.99/month Saver): Provides a full month of access without requiring a satellite dish or long-term TV contract. 
• NOW also offers targeted non-football/Multi-Sport month tiers starting around £19.99/month.

The NOW app is widely supported across modern streaming platforms:

• Smartphones and Tablets: iOS (iPhones/iPads), Android phones and tablets via the official NOW app.
• Web browsers: Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox via the NOW web player on Windows and Mac.
• Smart TVs and streaming devices: LG, Samsung, Sony (Google TV/Android TV), Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Roku, Chromecast, and major gaming consoles (PlayStation and Xbox).

Note: Discover how much data streaming consumes to ensure you have enough data to watch each session, particularly if you want to use roaming in the UK. 

Watch at a sports bar or pub

Local pubs and sports bars allow fans to experience the PDC World Darts Championship live with a crowd. Here is how to find them:

• Use FANZO (app and website): FANZO is the leading sports bar finder tool in the UK. You can search specifically for the PDC World Darts Championship fixture list to find nearby pubs broadcasting Sky Sports live. FANZO filters venues by distance, audio setup, outdoor screens, and available drink deals.
• Check major sports bar chains: Nationwide UK chains, such as Greene King, Belushi’s, Stonegate (We Love Sport), and Flaming Grill Pubs, usually show every session of the tournament on dedicated Sky Sports screens.
• Book in advance: Demand is particularly high for evening sessions and the finals. Once you locate a venue, reserve a table early, especially if travelling in a group.

Watch for free

While full live sessions require a subscription, you can access official highlights, match clips, and audio commentary for free through these official platforms:

• Official PDC Channels (YouTube and website): The PDC YouTube Channel and PDC.tv upload free session-by-session video highlights, nine-darter moments, key match clips, and post-match player interviews shortly after every session ends.
• Broadcaster platforms and social media: Official UK rights holders like Sky Sports regularly publish free match recap videos, analysis clips, and big-checkout highlights across their website, YouTube channel, and official social media platforms (X, TikTok, and Instagram).
• Live audio commentary: Free live audio commentary for selected PDC major tournament matches is often accessible through the official PDC Match Centre (on PDC.tv) or broadcast radio stations such as talkSPORT, which frequently carries live session updates and radio coverage.

Where to watch the World Darts Championship outside the UK

World Darts Championship is one of the world’s major sporting events, with fans from outside the UK. Since the UK broadcasters only allow local viewers to watch the events, it’s essential to know how to watch live sports from another country. 

• US: ESPN2 and ESPN+
• Germany, Austria, Switzerland: DAZN (rights renewed). Sport1 was free-to-air last season, but 2026/27 isn’t confirmed yet.
• Netherlands: Viaplay
• Belgium: VTM
• France: L’Équipe
• Australia: Fox Sports and Kayo 
• New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ 
• Other countries: PDCTV, where there’s no local rights holder

How to find your country’s rights holder:

• Check the “where to watch” or broadcast partners page on the PDC’s official site (pdc.tv), which lists broadcasters by territory.
• Look at your national sports channel or streaming service’s schedule or darts page, once the tournament listings go live.
• Search the PDC’s social channels and the official announcement for your country.
• If your country has no local broadcaster listed, check whether PDCTV is available there.

Rights can change between seasons, so confirm closer to 11 December.

Tips for watching the World Darts Championship

A little preparation means you won’t miss a leg. These tips cover the basics, whether you’re watching on TV or streaming.

• Check local broadcast times before each session. The tournament runs afternoon and evening sessions, and the schedule changes as rounds progress. Note the start time in your own time zone.
• Set up subscriptions and streaming apps in advance. Create your account, sign in, and add your payment details before the first match, not minutes before a big one.
• Check whether the service offers replays or catch-up. Coverage varies by broadcaster and plan, so confirm what’s available if you might miss a session.
• Test the service and your device before the match starts. Open the stream, check that sound and picture work, and update the app if needed.
• Use a reliable internet connection for live streaming. NOW lists a minimum broadband speed of 2.5Mbps for Sky Sports channels, but a faster, stable connection is safer, ideally wired or close to your router.
• Check official broadcaster schedules if match times change. Overruns and long matches can push later games back, so the broadcaster’s schedule is the most reliable source.

Watch the World Darts Championship wherever you are with Holafly eSIM

If you’re in the UK and want to watch the World Darts Championship on your phone, having a reliable connection is essential. If you’re using your local SIM card, you may need to use a UK VPN or purchase a UK SIM card to change your IP.

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• Reusable eSIM, with one installed eSIM to reuse in supported destinations.
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