FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 1, 2026
August on South Florida PBS: Where Music, Exploration, and Storytelling Come Together
From unforgettable concerts and award-winning documentaries to Summer of Space programming and family favorites, South Florida PBS delivers a month of entertainment, exploration, and discovery.
Miami, FL — Miami, FL — South Florida PBS (WPBT, WXEL, and the Health Channel) invites viewers to experience an exciting August lineup celebrating legendary music, groundbreaking discoveries, and inspiring storytelling. This month features iconic concert specials, thought provoking documentaries, Summer of Space programming, educational content for families, and trusted health information that informs and empowers our community.
Looking for even more? PBS Passport gives members on demand access to the final season ofGrantchester, plus acclaimed series including Bergerac, Professor T, Magpie Murders, and The Marlow Murder Club.
Coming this September, South Florida PBS debuts The Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks, an internationally acclaimed 360-degree immersive experience, co-written and narrated by Tom Hanks, that brings the Apollo missions and the future of NASA's Artemis program to life.
Tickets go on sale August 20 at SouthFloridaPBS.org/Immersive.
PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS:
August premieres showcase extraordinary stories from around the world.
- POV: The Gas Station Attendant follows a daughter retracing her father's remarkable journey from India to America through personal recordings and home movies.
- Monday, August 3 at 9 PM on WPBT
- Monday, August 3 at 9 PM on WPBT
- Resolve to Solve with Miles O'Brienexplores innovative solutions to today's climate challenges through science, technology, and human ingenuity.
- POV: How to Build a Librarytells the inspiring story of two women transforming a former whites only library in Nairobi into a vibrant cultural center.
- Monday, August 24 at 10 PM on WPBT
- Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World celebrates the life and legacy of one of America's most beloved poets.
- Tuesday, August 25 at 9 PM on WPBT
SPOTLIGHT ON MUSIC:
Celebrate the artists who have shaped generations with unforgettable concerts and performances. Featured specials include:
- Billy Joel: The 100th Live at Madison Square Garden
- Saturday, August 8 at 6 PM on WPBT
- Saturday, August 8 at 6 PM on WPBT
- Fleetwood Mac: The Dance
- Vicente Fernández: Un Azteca en el Azteca
Thursday, August 13 at 8 PM on WPBT | Thursday, August 20 at 8 PM on WXEL
- Elvis '56
Saturday, August 15 at 8 PM on WPBT | Sunday, August 16 at 11:30 PM on WXEL
- Carpenters: Close to You
- Saturday, August 15 at 5:30 PM on WXEL
- Dolly Parton: Here I Am
- Monday, August 17 at 10:30 PM on WPBT
- Monday, August 17 at 10:30 PM on WPBT
- Great Performances at the Met: Eugene Onegin
- Great Performances: Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2026
IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES:
Continue the adventure beyond the screen with South Florida PBS's immersive experiences.
Experience Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks, an extraordinary 360 degree immersive experience that transports audiences from the Apollo missions to NASA's Artemis program through breathtaking visuals and cinematic storytelling.
Visitors can also explore Colosseum: The Legendary Arena, stepping into the world of Ancient Rome, or experience Napoleon: The Immersive Saga, an unforgettable virtual reality journey through one of history's most influential leaders.
For tickets and information, visit SouthFloridaPBS.org/immersive.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
South Florida PBS continues to connect with families throughout South Florida through educational outreach and community events.
Miami Kids Magazine Back to School Fair
- Saturday, August 8
- 11AM - 1:30PM
- Sunset Place - 5701 Sunset Dr., South Miami, FL 33143
Ferrogosto Summer of Italy Celebration
- Friday, August 14
- 5PM - 8PM
- South Florida PBS Cornelia T. Bailey Center - 3401 S. Congress Ave Boynton Beach, FL 33426
KIDS & EDUCATION:
KidVision continues to inspire young learners through engaging educational programming.
Families can enjoy KidVision Full STEAM Ahead: Space, KidVision Mission: Space Adventures, KidVision Art Room, and year round learning opportunities through the KidVision Kids Club.
For more information, visit KidsClub.KidVisionPreK.org.
HEALTH CHANNEL HIGHLIGHTS:
This month, the Health Channel spotlights trusted medical experts and inspiring stories on health, wellness, and prevention. Ask the Doc: No Appointment Needed, airing weekdays at 12:30 PM, explores routine heart care for pets and preventive veterinary care.
Viewers can also tune in to LivingMinute.TV, and watch Seconds Matter: Protecting Children from Drowning, an educational video for parents on how water safety starts with awareness, preparation, and taking action before an emergency happens.
Stream anytime at AllHealthTV.com
ABOUT SOUTH FLORIDA PBS:
South Florida PBS is Florida’s largest public media company, including Public Broadcasting stations WXEL-TV, serving the Palm Beaches and the Treasure Coast and WPBT2, serving Miami-Dade and Broward counties, and the Health Channel, the only 24/7 channel dedicated to health in the nation. South Florida PBS connects organizations and institutions across our region and preserves South Florida's history. Leading the way in this global society, South Florida PBS is committed to creating and presenting award-winning programs focused on kids, education, arts and culture, health, environment, science, and civic engagement.
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