Broadcast, Cable & Satellite

Provider PBS Create World Showcase PBS KIDS
Broadcast 13.1 13.2 13.3 13.4 13.5
Verizon 513 474 473 475 476
Xfinity 813 1147 — 1148 1146
DirecTV 13 — — — 288
DISH Network 13 — — — —
Armstrong MyWire 113 96 97 98 99
Aurora by HickoryTel 105 106 107 108 —
Charter Spectrum 1016 990 991 992 —
Citizens Fiber 13 98 93 99 83
Consolidated Communications 705 14 12 16 —
Frontier 13 61 62 63 —
Jefferson County Cable TV 117 118 — — —
Laurel Highland Broadband 413 — 168 — 169
MCTV 11 117 115 116 —

WQED’s Website

  • Watch the main channel livestream for free at WQED Livestream.
    • This stream is available only within WQED’s viewing area. Viewers outside of WQED’s viewing area will get their local PBS station livestream. Not sure what livestream you’ll receive? Check your IP location here.
  • Watch the WORLD channel livestream at World Channel Livestream.
  • Watch the Create channel livestream at Create Channel Livestream.
  • Stream on-demand local WQED shows and PBS favorites.
  • Watch WQED+, an added member benefit with extended access to an on-demand library of PBS favorites.

STREAM ONLINE

WQED+ App

 

WQED+ is a modern, all-in-one streaming experience created for our members, featuring:

  • Curated collections of PBS classics with Pittsburgh originals
  • Personalized recommendations that learn what you love
  • High-definition streaming on every device

On WQED+, you can stream thousands of award-winning documentaries, beloved PBS dramas and local originals — on demand, wherever you want to watch. A donation of at least $5/month or $60/year unlocks everything WQED+ has to offer.

The WQED+ app is available in most popular app stores. It’s easy to get started:
1 – Download the app,
2 – Sign in or create your PBS account,
3 – Donate if you haven’t already to unlock the full offering, and start watching!

Available on AppleTV, Roku, FireTV, GoogleTV, IOS, Android, LG and Samsung

 

Roku

  • Download the WQED Roku Channel for three free livestreams:
    • WQED Main channel
    • WORLD channel
    • Create channel
  • Download the PBS App  for access to free WQED and PBS shows on-demand and WQED Passport.
  • Download the PBS KIDS Channel to watch the 24/7 PBSKIDS livestream and on-demand PBSKIDS shows with new episodes added weekly.

STREAM ON ROKU

Prime Video

  • A Live Stream of WQED HD Channel 13.1 is available on Amazon Prime Video and the Prime Video App on your favorite device or Smart TV
    • Find the stream under Live TV within the Entertainment category list
  • An Amazon Prime membership is not required to stream WQED live on the Prime Video App

Stream on Prime Video

YouTube and YouTube TV

  • On WQED’s FREE YouTube Channel, you’ll find full-length documentaries, digital shorts, and more! New content uploaded daily!
  • WQED is also livestreaming on YouTube TV. Those who pay to subscribe to YouTube TV will be able to watch WQED.
    • WQED’s livestream on YouTube TV is available only within WQED’s viewing area. Viewers outside WQED’s viewing area will get their local PBS station livestream.
  • YouTube TV also includes episodes and on-demand WQED-produced shows and PBS favorites.
WQED YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Hulu + Live TV

  • WQED is livestreaming on Hulu + Live TV. Those who pay to subscribe to Hulu + Live TV will be able to watch WQED’s stream.
    • WQED’s livestream on Hulu + Live TV is available only within WQED’s viewing area. Viewers outside of WQED’s viewing area will get their local PBS station livestream.

Get Hulu + Live TV

PBS Kids

  • Watch PBS KIDS on the 24/7 livestream!
  • Download the free PBS KIDS Video App that gives kids and parents access to thousands of free videos, including full episodes and clips from PBS KIDS shows.
  • Download the PBS KIDS Channel on Roku or the PBS KIDS App on Amazon Firestick to watch the 24/7 PBS KIDS livestream and on-demand shows with new episodes added weekly.

Having Trouble?

For over-the-air reception, check the signal strength available in your area using the FCC’s website. You may not be able to tune stations listed below 75%.

Need more help? Check out WQED’s tips for over-the-air reception here.