The 2026 Major League Baseball season has reached its high-stakes summer stretch, and the Chicago Cubs are grinding through a crucial NL Central divisional battle. After a tough home stand against the Astros, the North Siders hit the road for a pivotal divisional set. To help you track every out of the 162-game marathon, we have updated our signature Free 2026 Chicago Cubs Printable Schedule (PDF) with finalized broadcast information, local time zones, and summer pitching rotations. For the official source, see the Chicago Cubs schedule at MLB.com.
- Season: 162 games from late March through September 2026, plus the postseason for playoff qualifiers.
- National TV: FOX and FS1 (Saturdays and the World Series), NBC and Peacock (Sunday Night Baseball and the Wild Card round), TBS (Tuesday nights), Apple TV+ (Friday nights), and Netflix (Opening Night and special events).
- Local and streaming: most games air on your team regional sports network; out-of-market games stream on MLB.TV.
2026 Chicago Cubs Schedule: Summer Divisional Stretch
Last Updated: August 15, 2026
When is the next Chicago Cubs game on TV? The Chicago Cubs open a 1-game home series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday, August 16, 2026. First pitch is set for 3:00 PM ET (2:00 PM CT). The game broadcasts on ABC and is available out-of-market on MLB.tv.
Next Up: 1-Game Home Series vs St. Louis Cardinals
| Sun, Aug 16 | 3:00 PM ET | ABC | Series Opener |
Fan Note: Right after the St. Louis Cardinals series, the Chicago Cubs host the Chicago White Sox (Aug 17 – 19). Use the printable download above to print your road-trip tracker.
Remaining 2026 Chicago Cubs Schedule
The full remaining 2026 Chicago Cubs schedule, broken out by month. All times are Eastern. Times and TV are subject to change.
August 2026
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 3 | vs Los Angeles Dodgers | 8:05 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Tue, Aug 4 | vs Los Angeles Dodgers | 8:05 PM ET | TBS |
| Wed, Aug 5 | vs Los Angeles Dodgers | 2:20 PM ET | MLB Net |
| Thu, Aug 6 | vs Toronto Blue Jays | 2:20 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Fri, Aug 7 | @ Kansas City Royals | 8:10 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sat, Aug 8 | @ Kansas City Royals | 7:10 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sun, Aug 9 | @ Kansas City Royals | 2:10 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Tue, Aug 11 | @ Washington Nationals | 6:45 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Wed, Aug 12 | @ Washington Nationals | 6:45 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Thu, Aug 13 | @ Washington Nationals | 4:05 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Fri, Aug 14 | vs St. Louis Cardinals | 2:20 PM ET | Apple TV |
| Sat, Aug 15 | vs St. Louis Cardinals | 2:20 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sun, Aug 16 | vs St. Louis Cardinals | 3:00 PM ET | ABC |
| Mon, Aug 17 | vs Chicago White Sox | 8:05 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Tue, Aug 18 | vs Chicago White Sox | 8:05 PM ET | TBS |
| Wed, Aug 19 | vs Chicago White Sox | 2:20 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Fri, Aug 21 | @ Seattle Mariners | 10:10 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sat, Aug 22 | @ Seattle Mariners | 9:40 PM ET | FOX |
| Sun, Aug 23 | @ Seattle Mariners | 4:10 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Mon, Aug 24 | @ Arizona Diamondbacks | 9:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Tue, Aug 25 | @ Arizona Diamondbacks | 9:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Wed, Aug 26 | @ Arizona Diamondbacks | 3:40 PM ET | ESPN Unlmtd |
| Fri, Aug 28 | vs Cincinnati Reds | 2:20 PM ET | ESPN Unlmtd |
| Sat, Aug 29 | vs Cincinnati Reds | 2:20 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sun, Aug 30 | vs Cincinnati Reds | 7:20 PM ET | NBC/Peacock |
| Mon, Aug 31 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | 7:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
September 2026
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | 7:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Wed, Sep 2 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | 7:40 PM ET | MLB Net |
| Thu, Sep 3 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | 7:15 PM ET | FOX |
| Fri, Sep 4 | @ Miami Marlins | 7:10 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sat, Sep 5 | @ Miami Marlins | 4:10 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sun, Sep 6 | @ Miami Marlins | 1:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Mon, Sep 7 | @ Milwaukee Brewers | 2:10 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Tue, Sep 8 | @ Milwaukee Brewers | 7:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Wed, Sep 9 | @ Milwaukee Brewers | 7:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Fri, Sep 11 | vs Pittsburgh Pirates | 2:20 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sat, Sep 12 | vs Pittsburgh Pirates | 2:20 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sun, Sep 13 | vs Pittsburgh Pirates | 2:20 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Mon, Sep 14 | vs Atlanta Braves | 7:40 PM ET | MLB Net |
| Tue, Sep 15 | vs Atlanta Braves | 7:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Wed, Sep 16 | vs Atlanta Braves | 7:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Fri, Sep 18 | @ Cincinnati Reds | 6:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sat, Sep 19 | @ Cincinnati Reds | 6:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sun, Sep 20 | @ Cincinnati Reds | 1:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Tue, Sep 22 | vs Miami Marlins | 7:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Wed, Sep 23 | vs Miami Marlins | 7:40 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Thu, Sep 24 | vs Miami Marlins | 2:20 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Fri, Sep 25 | @ Boston Red Sox | 7:10 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sat, Sep 26 | @ Boston Red Sox | 7:15 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
| Sun, Sep 27 | @ Boston Red Sox | 3:05 PM ET | Marquee Sports Net |
Key Series to Watch in 2026
The 2026 schedule is packed with high-stakes divisional battles and exciting interleague matchups:
- Crosstown Classic: The Cubs face the White Sox in a split series, visiting Guaranteed Rate Field in mid-May and hosting at Wrigley in mid-August.
- The Cardinals Rivalry: The first major series against St. Louis takes place at Busch Stadium starting May 29.
- West Coast Trip: The Cubs head to Los Angeles to face the Dodgers for a high-profile weekend series starting April 24.
- Season Finale: The Cubs close out the regular season on the road against the Boston Red Sox at historic Fenway Park (Sept 25–27).
How to Watch and Listen to the Cubs
Most Chicago Cubs games in 2026 will be broadcast on Marquee Sports Network. However, keep an eye on the schedule for national broadcasts on FOX, FS1, ABC, Apple TV, and Peacock.
For those listening on the radio:
- English: 104.3 The Score
- Spanish: Univision TUDN / WPPN 106.7
2026 MLB Resources & Fan Guides
- 2026 MLB Standings: Division Races and Playoff Picture
- 2026 MLB Full Season Schedule & Printable Master
- New York Mets 2026 Schedule & Printable
- MLB Playoff Bracket & Postseason Format
Chicago Cubs Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Cubs’ home stadium? The Cubs play their home games at historic Wrigley Field, located on the North Side of Chicago.
Is there a printable version of the schedule? Yes! You can download our high-quality, one-page PDF schedule right here at SportsBrackets.net to keep on your fridge or at your desk.
Where can I watch Cubs games if I don’t have Marquee? Select games are broadcast nationally on networks like FOX and ESPN/ABC. Additionally, some exclusive games are streamed on Apple TV+ and Peacock.
