MAFS fans can relax, the drama-filled reality series is set to return to screens in January for its 13th season.
The next instalment of Married At First Sight promises the same high-stakes chaos viewers love, along with the hope of a few genuine romance success stories along the way.
From original favourites Michael Brunelli and Martha Kalifatidis to more recent matches like Rhi Disljenkovic and Jeff Gobbels, MAFS couples have kept audiences hooked year after year.
What is MAFS?
Married At First Sight is an insane social experiment that sees relationship experts John Aiken, Mel Schilling and Alessandra Rampolla pair two strangers together.
The couples then tie the knot in front of all of their friends and family after meeting for the first time at the altar (wild). The premise of the show thereafter is to watch along as the pairs navigate life as newlyweds… and it’s never straight-forward!
When will MAFS Australia 2026 air?
The 13th season of MAFS Australia will start on February 2, 2026, at 7:30pm on Channel Nine.
Who is in the MAFS Australia 2026 cast?
Channel Nine have not revealed the cast for MAFS Australia 2026, however, Daily Mail leaked a potential cast list in August- let’s take a look:
- Alissa Fay, Influencer
Rebecca Zukowski, Leasing Manager
Gia Fleur, Unknown
Julia Vogl, Confidence Coach
Brook Compton, Model
Rebecca ‘Bec’ Zacharia, Socialite
Melissa Akbay, Influencer
Anita Karungalekar, Sports Presenter
Rachel Gilmore, Recruitment Specialist
Stella, Eyebrow Technician
Chris Nield, AFL Player
Grayson McIvor, Recruitment Agency Owner
Daniel Hewitt, Melbourne Real Estate Agent
Scott McCristal, Businessman
Luke Fourniotis, Farmer
Filip Gregov, Motivational Speaker
Micah Lomu, Mortgage Broker
David Momoh, Brand Strategist
Steve Powell, Unknown
Who are the MAFS Australia 2026 experts?
Much to every MAFS lover’s delight- the dynamic trio that is relationship expert Mel Schilling, clinical sexologist Alessandra Rampolla and relationship expert John Aiken will make a return.
Similarly to last season, the trio will be in charge of interviewing and matching the singles- whilst also helping them navigate their new relationship.
The MAFS experts are to thank for many of the iconic scenes we know and love thanks to part of their role including having to confront the badly behaved contestants during the “couch sessions.”
Where are the MAFS weddings filmed?
In 2025, the MAFS weddings took place in stunning locations including: Carriageworks in Sydney, Sydney Town Hall, Gunner’s Barracks in Sydney, Greyleigh, and Linneaus House in Berry.
The couples accomodation is generally also provided for at the One Global Resorts Green Square in Sydney.
What is the prize for MAFS Australia?
Unlike other reality TV shows like Love Island Australia or Big Brother Australia, MAFS does not gift contestants with a cash prize at the end of the series.
However, taking part in the popular series often results in contestants going on to have successful careers in the public eye as influencers or OnlyFans models.
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