How to Watch Upcoming Columbus Aviators Games for Free (Legally & Easily)

Last updated: May 6, 2026

If you’re trying to catch the Columbus Aviators this 2026 UFL season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Aviators enter this stretch at 2-4 (1st in null). They have 4 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with CLB @ STL on May 8, 2026. Below, for each game we break down exactly which network is carrying it, which streaming services include that network, and — importantly — which of those services offer a free trial so you can watch without spending a dime.

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How to Watch Columbus Aviators vs St. Louis Battlehawks on May 8, 2026

Kickoff: Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM CDT Venue: The Dome at America's Center, St. Louis, MO Week: 7 Season: Regular Season TV: FOX
Free on TV in nationwide: FOX — no subscription needed, just an antenna

You can watch Columbus Aviators vs St. Louis Battlehawks for free with Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, Fubo Elite, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.

How to Watch Columbus Aviators vs Birmingham Stallions on May 17, 2026

Kickoff: Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 12:00 PM CDT Venue: Protective Stadium, Birmingham, AL Week: 8 Season: Regular Season TV: FOX
Free on TV in nationwide: FOX — no subscription needed, just an antenna

You can watch Columbus Aviators vs Birmingham Stallions for free with Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, Fubo Elite, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.

How to Watch Birmingham Stallions vs Columbus Aviators on May 23, 2026

Kickoff: Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM CDT Venue: Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OH Week: 9 Season: Regular Season TV: ABC
Free on TV in nationwide: ABC — no subscription needed, just an antenna

You can watch Birmingham Stallions vs Columbus Aviators for free with Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Hulu with Live TV, Fubo Elite, DirecTV Stream Ultimate, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.

How to Watch Louisville Kings vs Columbus Aviators on May 31, 2026

Kickoff: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM CDT Venue: Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OH Week: 10 Season: Regular Season TV: FOX
Free on TV in nationwide: FOX — no subscription needed, just an antenna

You can watch Louisville Kings vs Columbus Aviators for free with Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, Fubo Elite, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.

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Streaming Services That Carry Columbus Aviators Games

Service Price Free Trial
Fubo $73.99/mo Free for 7 Days
DirecTV Stream $86.99/mo Free for 5 Days
Sling TV $45.99/mo No
Hulu with Live TV $82.99/mo Free for 3 Days
Fubo Elite $89.99/mo Free for 7 Days
DirecTV Stream Ultimate $109.99/mo Free for 5 Days
YouTube TV $82.99/mo Free for 7 Days

How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Columbus Aviators Game?

To cover every network carrying Columbus Aviators games this season, you'd need 1 service:

Sling TV: $45.99/mo
$45.99/mo total

But you don't need to pay all that. These services offer a free trial:

Fubo — free for 7 days
YouTube TV — free for 7 days
DirecTV Stream — free for 5 days
Hulu with Live TV — free for 3 days

That means you can watch Columbus Aviators for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.

The Cheapest Way to Watch Columbus Aviators (Without Free Trials)

If you want to catch every Columbus Aviators game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 1 service at $45.99/mo:

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Record: 2-4
1st in null

Last updated: May 6, 2026

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