How to Watch Thunder Over Louisville Fireworks at Home

Tune in to live TV and radio broadcasts to enjoy the annual air show and fireworks display.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 9:39pm

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph of a blurred, colorful fireworks display in the night sky, captured through a rain-streaked lens and conveying the celebratory energy of the event.Vibrant colors and soft, hazy light capture the magic of Thunder Over Louisville's annual fireworks show, which can be enjoyed from the comfort of home.Louisville Today

The 37th annual Thunder Over Louisville festival is back this year, featuring an air show and one of the nation's largest fireworks displays. For those not wanting to brave the crowds, the fireworks show will be broadcast live on local television station WLKY and radio stations Q103.1 and MIX 106.9, allowing viewers to watch and listen from the comfort of home.

Why it matters

Thunder Over Louisville is a beloved annual event that draws large crowds to the Louisville waterfront to celebrate the kickoff of the Kentucky Derby Festival. The live broadcast gives those unable to attend in person the opportunity to still enjoy the festivities.

The details

The fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday. WLKY will carry the live broadcast on television as well as stream it online. Radio listeners can tune in to Q103.1 from 3-9:30 p.m. for the full show and soundtrack, and then switch to MIX 106.9 at 9:30 p.m. for the fireworks.

  • Thunder Over Louisville is back for the 37th year after last year's cancellation due to flooding.
  • The fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

The players

WLKY

The local television station that will carry the live broadcast of the Thunder Over Louisville fireworks show.

Q103.1

One of the radio stations that will broadcast the full Thunder Over Louisville show and soundtrack.

MIX 106.9

The radio station that will air the live fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.

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The takeaway

For those unable to attend the Thunder Over Louisville festivities in person, the live television and radio broadcasts provide an opportunity to still experience the excitement of the annual air show and fireworks display from the comfort of home.