The Burrata Festival 2026 is a three-day celebration of fresh Italian burrata at Prahran Market, 163 Commercial Road, South Yarra, from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 November 2026. Presented by Prahran Market and That’s Amore Cheese, it kicks off with a ticketed Opening Night party on Friday evening, followed by two free festival days packed with burrata specials, live cheese-making, tastings and Italian entertainment.

What’s on at the Burrata Festival

• Opening Night Party (Fri 13 Nov, 6pm–9pm): a drink and an Italian canapé on arrival, roaming cannoli, live music from Solo Antico, a live mozzarella-making demonstration by That’s Amore, gin tastings from Imbue Distillery and first access to burrata dishes from market traders.
• Free festival days (Sat 14 & Sun 15 Nov): burrata specials across the market, free tastings and the self-guided Burrata Trail.
• Live cooking demos: cheesemaker Giorgio Linguanti makes burrata at 10am both days, plus demos from Wendy Ali-Akil (Sat 2pm) and MasterChef Australia 2026 finalists (Sat 12pm, Sun 12pm and 2pm).
• Live music: Bella Ciao (Sat 12pm–3pm) and the Melbourne School of Tarantella (Sun 12pm–3pm).
• Mozzarella-making classes: Sat and Sun at 12pm and 2pm – these have sold out, so keep an eye out for any released spots.

Event details at a glance

• Dates: Friday 13 – Sunday 15 November 2026
• Venue: Prahran Market, 163 Commercial Road, South Yarra VIC 3141 (Opening Night is in Market Square – enter via Commercial Road)
• Cost: Saturday and Sunday are free to attend. Opening Night tickets are $20 (First Release) or $30 (General Admission), with limited capacity.
• Tickets: Book Opening Night on Eventbrite
• Best for: cheese lovers, Italian food fans, couples and families

Why burrata lovers shouldn’t miss it

Burrata – a pouch of fresh mozzarella filled with creamy stracciatella – is best eaten within hours of being made, and this festival is a rare chance to see it stretched and filled in front of you. Pair it with Prahran Market’s fresh produce, bread and deli traders for an easy weekend of Italian-style grazing in one of Melbourne’s best-loved food markets.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Burrata Festival 2026 in Melbourne?

The festival runs from Friday 13 November (Opening Night, 6pm–9pm) to Sunday 15 November 2026 at Prahran Market.

Is the Burrata Festival free?

Yes, the Saturday and Sunday festival days are free. Only the Friday Opening Night party is ticketed ($20–$30).

Where is Prahran Market?

Prahran Market is at 163 Commercial Road, South Yarra, about 5km south-east of the Melbourne CBD and close to Prahran and South Yarra train stations and the Route 72 tram.

Details are sourced from That’s Amore Cheese and Prahran Market and may change – please check the official event page before you go.