Entertainment
12 January 2026Netflix cordially invites fans in Melbourne to get masquerade ready for a new fairytale season
Join us from 31st January - 1st February at 362 Little Collins St
Dearest gentle reader, as anticipation swells for Bridgerton Season 4: Part 1 debuting on January 29 - with rising Aussie star Yerin Ha taking the lead as the masked Lady in Silver - Netflix is inviting Melbourne fans to unmask their own fairytale at The Bridgerton Masquerade Parlour.
Open Saturday 31st January and Sunday 1st February, members of the Melbourne ton are invited to:
Step into Regency-era opulence: Explore a luxurious Bridgerton-inspired space, filled with DIY and guided pampering stations to help esteemed guests perfect their masquerade look.
Capture the moment: Pose for stunning photos throughout the Parlour and take home their own fairytale portrait in the Masquerade Ballroom set.
Live the fantasy: Enjoy the company of fellow members of society and get ready for the new season in true Bridgerton style.
The Bridgerton Masquerade Parlour is located at 362 Little Collins St, entry is free and will operate on a first come, first serve basis.
Yerin Ha makes her debut in this new season as determined and captivating Sophie Baek, opposite Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton. Despite his elder and younger brothers both being happily married, Benedict is loath to settle down - until he meets a captivating Lady in Silver at his mother's masquerade ball. Part 1 drops on 29 January, followed by Part 2 on 26 February.
ABOUT BRIDGERTON
Bridgerton captivated viewers around the world when Netflix and Shondaland debuted the iconic series in 2020. Each of its three seasons rank among Netflix’s Most Popular while the fan beloved prequel, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, dominated the Global Top 10. The franchise has amassed a global fandom that caters to an underserved romance audience, piercing the cultural zeitgeist with unparalleled success and igniting trends as fans celebrate their love of the series through memes, music, books, fashion, decor and more. Live experiences like The Queen's Ball: A Bridgerton Experience and a growing collection of consumer products, have catapulted the Bridgerton name into an extraordinarily sought-after lifestyle brand, delighting fans by allowing them to enjoy their favourite story in-person. With Season 4, the franchise will continue to offer fresh ways for its passionate fan base to immerse themselves into the Bridgerton universe both on and off screen.
ABOUT BRIDGERTON S4
RELEASE DATE: Part 1 on Netflix January 29, 2026; Part 2 on Netflix February 26, 2026
EPISODE COUNT: 8
SHOWRUNNER/EP: Jess Brownell
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers, Tom Verica, and Chris Van Dusen
SERIES REGULARS: Luke Thompson (Benedict Bridgerton), Yerin Ha (Sophie Baek), Jonathan Bailey (Anthony Bridgerton), Victor Alli (Lord John Stirling), Adjoa Andoh (Lady Danbury), Julie Andrews (Lady Whistledown), Lorraine Ashbourne (Mrs. Varley), Masali Baduza (Michaela Stirling), Nicola Coughlan (Penelope Bridgerton), Hannah Dodd (Francesca Stirling), Daniel Francis (Lord Marcus Anderson), Ruth Gemmell (Violet Bridgerton), Florence Hunt (Hyacinth Bridgerton), Martins Imhangbe (Will Mondrich), Claudia Jessie (Eloise Bridgerton), Luke Newton (Colin Bridgerton), Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte), Will Tilston (Gregory Bridgerton), Polly Walker (Portia Featherington), Emma Naomi (Alice Mondrich), Hugh Sachs (Brimsley)
ADDITIONAL KEY CAST: Simone Ashley (Kate Bridgerton), Isabella Wei (Posy Li), Michelle Mao (Rosamund Li), and Katie Leung (Lady Araminta Gun)
