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

Country Music

Sunday, September 15, 2019 - 8:00pm

on WXXI-TV

Step back in time and journey through the compelling history of a truly American art form with this new eight-part, 16-hour film.

Country Music: I Can't Stop Loving You (1953-1963)

Wednesday, September 18, 2019 - 8:00pm

on WXXI-TV

Visit Memphis during the era of rockabilly, and see how Patsy Cline rises to stardom in Nashville.

Inside Balmoral

Thursday, September 19, 2019 - 10:30pm

on WXXI-TV

This series covers the dramatic moments and historical events that occurred within the walls of Balmoral Castle as Queen Elizabeth and her family lived there.

Peg + Cat "The Polka Dot Planet Problem"

Friday, September 20, 2019 - 8:30am

on WXXI Kids 24/7

Peg needs help from a new friend who is different from herself.

Great Performances | Now Hear This: Vivaldi: Something Completely Different

Friday, September 20, 2019 - 9:00pm

on WXXI-TV

Scott Yoo crosses Northern Italy, chasing the story of Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons.”

Molly of Denali: new PBS KIDS series

WXXI Kids 24/7

WXXI-TV

WXXI-TV is pleased to bring our youngest fans the first nationally distributed children’s series to feature a Native American lead character.

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.

NOVA: Addiction On-Demand

NOVA joins scientists and sufferers alike as they probe the mysteries of addiction.

On-Demand: Second Opinion: Addiction to Pain Medications

Watch on-demand: What usually starts innocently enough as taking pain medication appropriately prescribed by a doctor, can turn into a deadly addiction for some.

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: