Will Taylor Swift Make an Appearance at the American Century Championship? Here’s How to Watch the Star-Studded Tournament Live
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The American Century Championship isn’t just a golf tournament — it’s where the fairways meet the red carpet, the NFL meets the NBA, and Charles Barkley meets… whatever his swing is doing this year. Now in its 36th year, the celebrity-studded event takes over Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, transforming the Lake Tahoe shoreline into a three-day playground for pro athletes, Hollywood stars, comedians and musicians who trade their day jobs for tee times.
This year’s roster is loaded: defending champ Mardy Fish, Steph Curry seeking revenge, NFL rivals Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes, plus Travis and Jason Kelce bringing brotherly banter—and maybe a certain pop star in the gallery. Will Taylor Swift make a Tahoe cameo to support her boyfriend? No one knows, but it’s reason enough to tune in this weekend. Add Aaron Rodgers, Tony Romo, Annika Sorenstam, and Hollywood names like Miles Teller and Ray Romano, and you’ve got a leaderboard as unpredictable as Barkley’s backswing.
With bragging rights and an elevated $750,000 purse on the line, the stakes are high—even if the swings aren’t. Here’s how to catch every shot, viral moment, and possible Swift sighting from Lake Tahoe.
How to Watch the 2025 American Century Championship
The 36th American Century Championship runs July 11–13 at Edgewood Tahoe, with three rounds of live coverage and plenty of chances to spot your favorite celebrities on the fairways. Live broadcasts begin Friday, July 11, and continue through Sunday, July 13, with coverage on NBC, Golf Channel, and Peacock. Whether you’re parked on the couch, streaming on your phone, or casually following along to see if Taylor Swift makes a cameo, here’s how to tune in.
Peacock will exclusively stream Friday’s opening round live, with NBC and Golf Channel handling live broadcasts on Saturday and Sunday. You can also stream NBC and Golf Channel through services like FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling TV.
If you don’t have cable and want to stream the tournament online, Peacock is your best bet. Starting at $7.99/month (ad-supported) or $13.99/month (ad-free), Peacock offers live coverage of all three rounds—including exclusive access to Friday’s opening round—and on-demand replays.
Hulu + Live TV includes NBC and Golf Channel in its $89.99/month package, offering live coverage of the tournament. Subscribers also get access to Hulu’s extensive on-demand library, making it easy to switch between live sports and favorite shows.
For a more budget-friendly option, Sling TV’s Blue package starts at $45/month, with NBC available in select markets. Golf Channel can be added for $11/month. New subscribers get 50% off their first month, making it an even better deal.
For those wanting a cable-like experience, FuboTV includes NBC and Golf Channel starting at $79.99/month and offers a 5-day free trial for new users.
All of these streaming services let you watch the American Century Championship live on your phone, laptop, tablet, or smart TV—no cable required.
