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The Golden State Valkyries will take on the Atlanta Dream in the battle for the 2026 WNBA Championship.
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The WNBA Finals have arrived, and a new champion will be crowned. We’ve rounded up everything you need to know about where to watch the Dream vs. Valkyries, including budget-friendly live streaming options for those without cable.
If you don’t want to read any further, we’ve got you covered. You can live stream the Atlanta Dream vs. Golden State Valkyries series on Peacock in the US. You can access your usual streaming options from anywhere with a VPN, such as NordVPN .
Where to watch the Dream vs. Valkyries: quick links
US: NBC/USA
Peacock (from $13/month)
YouTube TV (free trial)
Access subscriptions from anywhere: NordVPN (30-day money-back guarantee)
When: October 17-31, 2026 at the latest
Game 1: Atlanta at Golden State on Saturday, October 17 at 3:30 p.m. ET / 8:30 p.m. GMT / 3:30 a.m. AWST (NBC/Peacock)
What channels are the WNBA Finals on?
The WNBA Finals will air on NBC and the USA Network. Games 1 and 4 will air on NBC, while Games 2 and 3 will be broadcast on USA. Games 5-7, if necessary, will air on USA.
Where to watch the Dream vs. Valkyries in the US
WNBA fans can live stream the entire series on Peacock in the US. Sports-friendly subscriptions start at $13 a month for Peacock Premium, but viewers can unlock ad-free on-demand content and a full NBC live stream by upgrading to Peacock Premium Plus for $20 a month.
If you’d prefer a service with channels beyond NBC and USA, or you’re simply seeking a service with a free trial, YouTube TV is one of our top live TV recommendations. The streaming platform carries NBC, USA, and 100+ other channels in its Main plan, which costs $83 a month. However, a limited-time deal will knock your first five months down to $68 a month after a free trial. NBC and USA are also available in the cheaper Sports plan, which carries 30+ channels.
For the WNBA Finals, we recommend YouTube TV over live TV services like Sling and Fubo because they lack some necessary channels. Fubo doesn’t carry USA, and NBC is only available in select markets on Sling.
How to watch the Dream vs. Valkyries from anywhere
WNBA fans traveling abroad can still access their usual streaming options with the help of a VPN, or virtual private network. VPNs are handy cybersecurity tools that let people temporarily alter the virtual location on their electronic devices. This way, their favorite websites and apps work from anywhere the same way they would back home. Since the services we’ve highlighted above require US payment methods, this option will work best for Americans who are currently traveling away from home.
If you’re not sure where to start with VPNs, NordVPN is a great place to begin. It’s one of the best VPN services we’ve tested, thanks to its impressive speeds and massive selection of global servers. Plus, it comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee if you find that it’s not what you’re looking for.
How to use a VPN
Sign up for a VPN if you don’t already have one.
Install it on the device you’re using to watch.
Turn it on and set it to the location of your streaming service.
Create an account with your streaming service if you don’t have one.
Enjoy the games.
See also: How to watch MLB games | Where to watch Kansas City Chiefs games | How to watch college football
When did the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries last play?
The Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries played each other three times during the 2026 regular season, and the Valkyries won all three games. The most recent match-up between the two teams, which was hosted in Atlanta on July 4, saw the Valkyries pull off an 88-83 victory.
Who is favored to win the 2026 WNBA Finals?
Ahead of the start of the 2026 WNBA Finals, the Valkyries are the narrow favorites to win the championship. On DraftKings (at the time of writing before Game 1), the Valkyries are the -115 favorites, while the Dream are -105.
WNBA Finals schedule
The WNBA Finals will run from October 17 until at least October 24. The series will run until Halloween night, October 31, at the absolute latest. You can find a full schedule for all seven potential games below. An asterisk (*) denotes games that will only be held if necessary.
Game 1: Atlanta Dream at Golden State Valkyries on Saturday, October 17 at 3:30 p.m. ET (NBC/Peacock)
Game 2: Atlanta Dream at Golden State Valkyries on Monday, October 19 at 8 p.m. ET (USA/Peacock)
Game 3: Golden State Valkyries at Atlanta Dream on Thursday, October 22 at 8 p.m. ET (USA/Peacock)
Game 4: Golden State Valkyries at Atlanta Dream on Saturday, October 24 at 3:30 p.m. ET (NBC/Peacock)
Game 5: Atlanta Dream at Golden State Valkyries on Monday, October 26 at 8 p.m. ET (USA/Peacock)*
Game 6: Golden State Valkyries at Atlanta Dream on Thursday, October 29 at 8 p.m. ET (USA/Peacock)*
Game 7: Atlanta Dream at Golden State Valkyries on Saturday, October 31 at 8 p.m. ET (USA/Peacock)*
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