Weekends with Yankee Celebrates 10 Years on Public TV with New Season

Award-winning series about New England culture, food, and natural beauty returns this spring.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The lifestyle series Weekends with Yankee is celebrating its 10th season on public television, continuing to explore the people, places, food, and traditions that define New England. The new season premieres in April and will feature a mix of signature travel, food, history, and outdoor adventure stories, as well as encore episodes highlighting fan favorites from earlier seasons.

Why it matters

Weekends with Yankee has become a beloved staple of public television, providing viewers across the country an insider's look at the unique culture and natural beauty of the New England region. The show's milestone 10th season marks a remarkable achievement in public television programming and demonstrates the enduring appeal of the series' authentic, cinematic storytelling.

The details

Hosted by Emmy Award-winning explorer Richard Wiese and Yankee magazine senior food editor Amy Traverso, Weekends with Yankee Season 10 will blend new stories with returning fan favorites. Highlights include behind-the-scenes looks at Tanglewood and the Fryeburg Fair, adventures with naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts, and explorations of New England's food traditions, from lobster rolls to French-inspired cafes.

  • Weekends with Yankee Season 10 premieres on April 4, 2026.
  • The series has been on the air for 10 years, since its debut.
  • Yankee magazine, which produces the series, recently celebrated its 90th anniversary.

The players

Weekends with Yankee

An award-winning national public television lifestyle series about New England.

Yankee

The beloved magazine of New England, which recently celebrated 90 years as the authoritative voice of the region.

Richard Wiese

The Emmy Award-winning host of Weekends with Yankee and the television personality behind Born to Explore.

Amy Traverso

The senior food editor of Yankee magazine and co-host of Weekends with Yankee.

Brook Holmberg

The publisher of Yankee magazine.

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What they’re saying

“For 10 years, Weekends with Yankee has showcased the people and places that make this region extraordinary. Season 10 honors that legacy while continuing to uncover new stories that surprise and inspire.”

— Brook Holmberg, Publisher, Yankee (PRWeb)

“Reaching 10 seasons is a remarkable achievement in public television. The trust Yankee has built over 90 years, combined with its award-winning storytelling, continues to resonate with audiences nationwide who value authentic, beautifully told stories about New England.”

— Laurie Donnelly, Executive Producer, Weekends with Yankee (PRWeb)

What’s next

Weekends with Yankee Season 10 will premiere on April 4, 2026 and continue airing on public television stations nationwide. The series will also be available on streaming platforms like PBS Passport, CREATE, and Amazon Prime.

The takeaway

Weekends with Yankee's milestone 10th season is a testament to the enduring appeal of the series' authentic, cinematic storytelling about the unique culture, food, and natural beauty of the New England region. The show's longevity and continued success on public television highlight the value that audiences place on high-quality, regionally focused programming that celebrates local communities and traditions.