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Tune In for YXC 2026 Broadcasts 

Get ready to celebrate the incredible creativity, storytelling, and talent of Hawaiʻi’s youth at YXC 2026! Whether you’re cheering on a finalist, reliving your favorite moments, or discovering inspiring student work for the first time, we invite you to tune in to our upcoming broadcasts.

You can watch all programs on Channel 53 and if you’re on the go, you can also catch the broadcasts on the ʻŌlelo mobile app.

🏆 YXC 2026: Awards Show on ʻŌlelo53

  • May 6, 2026 – 6:30 PM
  • May 8, 2026 – 4:30 PM
  • May 10, 2026 – 11:30 AM
  • May 12, 2026 – 10:00 AM

🌟 YXC 2026: Winners Show on ʻŌlelo53

  • April 11, 2026 – 10:00 AM
  • April 12, 2026 – 10:30 PM
  • April 14, 2026 – 4:30 PM

You can watch all the finalist videos anytime on our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnr53rBAcZic2m7PP71wW-EazZgsOcAtf&si=JJpTGk4_p_Qd0E1w

Looking for more local programming? Explore everything you can watch on ʻŌlelo here: https://olelo.org/tune-in/

We extend a heartfelt mahalo to everyone who made YXC 2026 possible: our talented student participants, dedicated teachers, supportive parents, and generous sponsors. Your passion and commitment continue to make this program a powerful platform for youth voice and creativity across Hawaiʻi.

 

← Return to ʻŌlelo Youth Xchange 2026

If you are flying in from a neighbor island and plan to use the free rail pass and shuttle transportation on Wednesday, please email youthxchange@olelo.org with the following:

  • Airline
  • Flight number
  • Arrival time in Honolulu
  • Number of students and chaperones in your group

Morning Arrival & Airport Meeting Details

8:30 AM – Meet at Lelepaua (Airport) Rail Station

From Terminal 1 (Hawaiian / Interisland):
Exit baggage claim near carousel #9 → crosswalk → parking structure elevator → 4th floor → follow walkway → concourse bridge → station entrance.

From Terminal 2 (Southwest / Domestic / International):
Follow signs to elevator between carousels #18 & #17 → 3rd floor → cross skybridge → follow walkway → concourse bridge → station entrance.

Travel Timeline (Morning)

8:30 – 9:00 AM – Meet at Lelepaua Station

9:00 AM – Distribute HOLO Cards + Station Tour

9:30 AM – Depart via Skyline rail for Hālaulani Station (LCC)
9:50 AM – Arrive at Hālaulani Station
10:00 AM – Bus departs from Hālaulani Station for Okinawa Center

10:30 AM – Arrive at Hawaii Okinawa Center / Registration
11:00 AM – YXC event begins + Lunch

If you miss the airport departure, you may meet the group at Hālaulani Station to catch the bus to the Hawaii Okinawa Center. After the event, buses will return to Hālaulani Station. Participants are welcome to join at any point based on their schedule.

Return Schedule (Afternoon)

2:00 PM – Event concludes
2:00–2:15 PM – Board bus
2:15 PM – Depart for Hālaulani Station
~2:30 PM – Arrive at Hālaulani Station

After the Event

From there, you may return to the airport via rail or continue exploring!

Students may continue exploring the Skyline system:

  • Kalauao (Pearlridge) Station
  • Kualakaʻi (East Kapolei) Station

Share Your Experience!

Instagram: @hnl.transit
Facebook: @HonoluluRailTransit
Twitter/X: @hnlskyline

#hnlrail #hnlskyline #holowithus #ridethesky

← Return to ʻŌlelo Youth Xchange 2026

YXC 2026 Air Dates: Watch the Finalists, Winners, and Awards Show on ʻŌlelo 53

The 2026 ʻŌlelo Youth Xchange brings together some of the most powerful and creative student storytelling from across Hawaiʻi. If you are unable to attend in person, you can still experience the excitement from home.

All YXC 2026 programming will air on ʻŌlelo 53, featuring finalist showcases, the winners program, and the Spotlight Awards broadcast.

YXC 2026 Finalists Marathon

Get a first look at this year’s selected student work during the Finalists Marathon.

Also available on YouTube: Watch the full playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnr53rBAcZic2m7PP71wW-EazZgsOcAtf

Air Dates:

  • April 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM
  • April 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
  • April 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM
  • April 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM

YXC 2026 Winners Show

Watch the top projects from this year’s competition in the Winners Show.

Air Dates:

  • April 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM
  • April 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
  • April 12, 2026 at 10:30 PM
  • April 14, 2026 at 4:30 PM

YXC 2026 Spotlight Awards

Celebrate the students behind the work during the YXC 2026 Spotlight Awards.

Air Dates:

  • May 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM
  • May 8, 2026 at 4:30 PM
  • May 10, 2026 at 11:30 AM
  • May 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM

How to Watch

All programs will air on ʻŌlelo 53. Viewers can tune in on cable or check local listings for additional streaming availability.