Sky Sports is gearing up for an action‑packed Big Weekend that will run from May 1 through May 4, bringing together the premier competitions from football, Formula 1, cricket, golf and rugby league. Every match, race and tournament will be broadcast live, offering fans a non‑stop marathon of sport. Football fans can look forward to several marquee fixtures. In the Premier League, the historic rivalry between Manchester United and Liverpool will be reignited, while title‑chasing sides Arsenal and Manchester City also have their crucial games on Sky Sports’ schedule.
The Championship reaches its dramatic climax, with promotion battles and relegation fights playing out in the final round. Over in the women’s game, Manchester City has the chance to seal the Women’s Super League crown, and the Scottish Premiership will feature high‑stakes clashes among Hearts, Rangers and Celtic as they vie for the league title. On the motor‑sport front, the Formula 1 calendar resumes with the high‑octane Miami Grand Prix, promising a spectacular display of speed and strategy on the streets of Miami. Tennis enthusiasts will be treated to the Madrid Open finals, while cricket lovers can tune in to the Indian Premier League action, featuring teams such as the Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings.
Golf fans will not be left out either, with the DP World Tour’s Turkish Airlines Open, the PGA Tour’s Cadillac Championship, and events from the Ladies European Tour and LPGA Tour all part of the lineup. To get the best viewing experience, Sky Sports recommends using the Chrome browser, which provides a more accessible video player. For those who prefer a flexible, contract‑free way to watch, the NOW streaming service offers instant access to all twelve Sky Sports channels, every Sky Sports+ stream, and a host of additional content. NOW is an app‑based platform that works on more than 60 devices, allowing users to sign up and start streaming immediately.
If you only want to watch the Big Weekend, you can purchase a NOW Day Membership for £14.99. This membership activates as soon as you buy it and remains valid for a full 24‑hour period, during which you can watch every live event on the schedule. The Day Membership cannot be paused, but it provides a cost‑effective solution for a single day of intensive sport.
For longer‑term viewers, NOW also offers a 6‑Month Saver Membership and a Flexible Month Membership. Prices and details are available on the NOW website, where you can also find the latest promotional offers. Memberships come with different streaming options: the standard plan allows viewing on one device at a time, NOW Boost expands that to two simultaneous streams, and NOW Ultra Boost permits up to three devices to watch concurrently.
Upgrading to Boost brings several enhancements: Full HD picture quality, Dolby Digital 5.1 sound for compatible audio systems, an additional device slot, and ad‑free on‑demand content. Ultra Boost takes the experience further with up to 4K UHD HDR video, Dolby Atmos sound, two extra device slots, and the same ad‑free library. Before upgrading, be sure to check that your television or streaming device supports these advanced formats.
To add Boost or Ultra Boost to your existing Sports Membership, simply log into the "My Account" section of the NOW website and follow the prompts. Detailed information about the service, including device compatibility and troubleshooting tips, can be found via the provided links on the site. Stay connected with Sky Sports on WhatsApp for real‑time news, video highlights, feature stories, expert analysis and more.
Below is a sample schedule of the key events you can expect during the Big Weekend, organized by day and time: **Day 1 (May 1)** - 11:30 am: Turkish Airlines Open – DP World Tour golf - 12:00 pm: Manchester United vs Brighton – Women’s Super League - 12:30 pm: Championship final day fixtures - 3:00 pm: Wigan Warriors vs Bradford Bulls – Super League rugby - 3:00 pm: Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians – IPL cricket - 3:30 pm: Madrid Open – Women’s singles final - 4:00 pm: Cadillac Championship – PGA Tour golf - 5:30 pm: Arsenal vs Fulham – Premier League - 6:00 pm: Catalans Dragons vs Leigh Leopards – Super League - 8:00 pm: Huddersfield Giants vs Warrington Wolves – Super League - 9:00 pm: Miami GP Qualifying session **Day 2 (May 2)** - 11:00 am: Turkish Airlines Open – DP World Tour golf (second round) - 11:00 am: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders – IPL match - 12:00 pm: Hibernian vs Celtic – Scottish Premiership - 12:00 pm: Manchester City vs Liverpool, Tottenham vs London City – Women’s Super League fixtures - 2:00 pm: Bournemouth vs Crystal Palace – Premier League - 3:00 pm: Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings – IPL clash - 3:30 pm: Manchester United vs Liverpool – Premier League showdown - 3:30 pm: Madrid Open – Men’s singles final - 4:00 pm: Cadillac Championship – PGA Tour golf continuation - 1:00 pm: Aston Villa vs West Ham – Women’s Super League - 3:00 pm: Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest – Premier League - 3:00 pm: Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants – IPL match - 5:30 pm: Hearts vs Rangers – Scottish Premiership - 8:00 pm: Everton vs Manchester City – Premier League **Day 3 (May 3)** - Additional fixtures across all sports, including late‑night qualifying sessions for the Miami Grand Prix, further IPL games, and the concluding rounds of the Madrid Open. **Day 4 (May 4)** - Final day of the Championship, decisive Premier League matches, and the closing ceremonies for the golf tournaments.
Throughout the weekend, NOW also runs a "Super 6" competition, giving viewers a chance to win a £250,000 prize pool. Entry is free, and participants can submit predictions on selected matches and races. In summary, Sky Sports’ Big Weekend delivers a dense schedule of elite sport across multiple disciplines, all accessible via the NOW streaming platform.
Whether you opt for a single‑day pass, a month‑to‑month plan, or a longer‑term saver, you’ll have the flexibility to watch live action, re‑watch highlights, and enjoy premium audio‑visual quality on the devices that suit you best.