CROSSING SOUTH Season 15 Premieres Early on KPBS Passport

New episodes stream free a week before TV debut, offering behind-the-scenes access and flavors of the Baja California region.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 5:21pm

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An abstract, high-contrast close-up photograph featuring a luxurious, glittering texture in rich, vibrant colors, conveying the glamour and excitement of a live entertainment event.The new season of "Crossing South" on KPBS promises an immersive journey through the sights, sounds, and flavors of Baja California.San Diego Today

KPBS is giving viewers early access to the 15th season of its popular travel series "Crossing South" through its KPBS Passport streaming service. The new 10-episode season will begin streaming on April 16, a week before the TV premiere on April 30. Viewers can expect an insider's look at the Tijuana airport, a world-class surf competition in Rosarito, the Tijuana jazz festival, conservation efforts for the Snowy Plover bird, and more culinary and cultural highlights from the Baja California region.

Why it matters

"Crossing South" has built a loyal following over its 15-season run, offering KPBS viewers an engaging window into the vibrant culture and cuisine of Tijuana and the surrounding Baja California area. The early streaming access on KPBS Passport provides an added incentive for viewers to sign up for the service, which offers on-demand access to a wide range of PBS programming.

The details

The new season of "Crossing South" will take viewers on a journey through Baja California, from exploring the Tijuana airport's air traffic control tower to witnessing the excitement of the Mexican Open Surf Contest in Rosarito. Viewers will also get a behind-the-scenes look at the San Diego/Tijuana Jazz Festival, learn about conservation efforts for the Snowy Plover bird, and discover the region's rich culinary offerings, from traditional fish tacos to Michelin-recognized cuisine.

  • The new season of "Crossing South" will begin streaming on KPBS Passport on April 16, 2026.
  • The TV premiere of the new season will air on KPBS on Thursdays at 9:30 p.m. beginning April 30, 2026.

The players

KPBS

A public media station serving the San Diego region, which produces the travel series "Crossing South" and offers the KPBS Passport streaming service.

Centurion5 Productions

The award-winning production company that produces "Crossing South" for KPBS and CreateTV.

Jen

A web producer at KPBS responsible for program promotion, membership-related activities, and editing the KPBS community calendar.

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What’s next

Viewers can sign up for KPBS Passport to gain early access to the new season of "Crossing South" starting on April 16, 2026, a week before the TV premiere on April 30.

The takeaway

The early streaming access for "Crossing South" Season 15 on KPBS Passport provides an enticing incentive for viewers to sign up for the service, which offers a wide range of on-demand PBS programming in addition to this popular travel series.