WXXI-TV

WXXI-TV, a PBS member High Definition station, features award-winning children's shows, public affairs, science and nature as well as being one of the most active local program producers in New York State.

Where to watch

WXXI-TV can be viewed over-the-air on Digital Television channel 21.1 as well as on Spectrum Cable channels 11 (Standard Definition) and 1221 (High Definition). Some programming is available on-demand in the WXXI Video Player

Upcoming on WXXI-TV

The American St. Nick

Friday, December 14, 2018 - 8:00pm

on WXXI World

WXXI remembers Pittsford native Richard Brookins, who played the lead role in this documentary that tells the amazing true story of war, honor, luck and love.

GREAT PERFORMANCES: Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga

Friday, December 14, 2018 - 10:30pm

on WXXI-TV

Savor a selection of songs from the collaborative classic jazz recording Cheek to Cheek.

Lidia Celebrates America: Holiday for Heroes

Saturday, December 15, 2018 - 12:00pm

on WXXI-TV

In the uplifting special, Lidia Celebrates America: Holiday for Heroes, Lidia meets with veterans who reflect on their service.

America Reframed: Deej

Tuesday, December 18, 2018 - 8:00pm

on WXXI World

A nonspeaking young man dreams of autistic civil rights.

4 Wheel Bob

Monday, January 14, 2019 - 9:00pm

on WXXI-TV

This film tells the story of Bob Coomber, an intrepid adventurer who sets out to be the first wheelchair hiker to cross the 11,845 foot Kearsarge Pass in the Sierra Nevada.

Future West: Roadtrip Nation On-Demand

In Roadtrip Nation: Future West, three Arizona-based college students travel around the state to explore the creative and original ways residents are pushing innovation to its limits.

180 Days: Hartsville On-Demand

Watch On-Demand: In 180 Days: Hartsville features a small town in rural South Carolina, where the entire town is trying to make an exceptional use of their elementary school system with exceptional results, despite the odds.

TED Talks: War and Peace On-Demand

What does it take to bring about peace?

The Ground War On-Demand

Ground War explores the transformative technological advances that have defined battlefield combat through the ages. From the gladius to the AK-47, from the chariot to the tank, from the trebuchet to the howitzer, and from the battle ramp to the star fort, the series follows the fascinating punch and counterpunch of battle tactics and new technologies. Watch Episodes On-Demand

A Salute to the Troops: In Performance at the White House: On-Demand

Join President and Mrs. Obama for an all-star tribute to the men and women who serve the United States.

Dropping Back In On-Demand

Dropping Back In features half-hour programs which introduce people that left school and are now reconnecting to education and training opportunities. The stoies show the issues they face and the people and programs helping them to succeed in continuing their education and furthering their work opportunties. Part of WXXI's American Graduate: Getting to Work Initiative:

Workplace Essential Skills On-Demand

Workplace Essential Skills features half-hour programs which introduce people to skills needed to find a job and succeed in the workplace. Watch On-Demand or On-air. Part of WXXI's American Graduate: Getting to Work Initiative: